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We are located on the Northwest side of Chicago and currently have an opening for an Assistant Controller\nThe Assistant Controller supports the Controller in managing accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, audit readiness, internal controls, and financial analysis.\nThis is a succession-track role intended to prepare the Assistant Controller to assume the Controller position within 6 month – 1 year.\nLocation: Chicago, IL (Jefferson Park)\nHours: On Site position M-F 7:30a - 4p\nPay: $150,000\nDuties/Responsibilities:\nSupport daily accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.\nAssist in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, financial statements, reconciliations, and reporting.\nSupport budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI reporting.\nMaintain internal controls and support corporate compliance and audit requirements.\nAssist with ERP system maintenance, process improvements, and automation initiatives.\nCollaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and HR to support financial processes.\nProvide guidance to accounting staff and assume increasing Controller-level responsibilities over time.\nRequirements:\nStrong GAAP knowledge and corporate accounting expertise.\nProficiency with ERP systems (Business Central preferred) and Microsoft 365.\nExcellent analytical, problem‑solving, and financial modeling skills.\nEffective communicator with strong organizational abilities.\nDetail‑oriented with a continuous‑improvement mindset.\nEducation and Experience:\nBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).\n5–8 years of progressive accounting/finance experience; manufacturing experience preferred.\nExperience with cost accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting is strongly preferred.\nBenefits\nPaid Time Off\nHolidays\nMedical Insurance\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nLife Insurance\nShort Term/Long Term Disability\nCommuter benefits\nEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)\nHealth Savings Account (HSA)\n401k\nReferral Program\nParental Leave\nHealthy Rewards\nEOE M/F/Disabled/Vet\nThis company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status.","company":"Conxall","rawCompany":"conxall","city":"Chicago","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T11:06:28.669Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"43-3031.00","title":"Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks","slug":"bookkeeping-accounting-and-auditing-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"},{"code":"335313","title":"Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing","slug":"switchgear-and-switchboard-apparatus-manufacturing"},{"code":"335931","title":"Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing","slug":"current-carrying-wiring-device-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Assistant Controller","description":"Switchcraft, Inc. is a U.S. manufacturer of harsh environment circular connectors, cable assemblies, and interconnect solutions. 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