Controller Consultant
Company: Resources Global Professionals (RGP)
Location: Chicago
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
RGP is a global consulting firm helping some of the most
recognized companies in the world work differently. Our success
comes from a shared belief in rolling up our sleeves and doing the
hard work of solving complex challenges, executing plans and
implementing technology to help transform organizations.Working as
a consultant you will be connected to work that matters, putting
your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the
future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by RGP and
built on tangible accomplishments.As we continue to grow and deepen
our impact on organizations around the world, we are looking for
the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested
in being part of our team, there a few things you should know:
- We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve
them.
- We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and
growth-minded.
- We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in
the success of our clients and our colleagues.If this sounds like
you, we invite you to read on and learn more.THE RGP CONSULTING
EXPERIENCERGP has a unique consulting model that provides
opportunities for consultants to work in different ways. Most
consultants work in a model where they have the flexibility and
autonomy to choose projects aligning to their experience, skills
and desired lifestyle. Other opportunities exist in team-based,
strategy and solutions work. In all models, you will feel the full
support of RGP to assist you in your work and guide you on your
chosen path.PURPOSE OF THE ROLEAs a Controller Consultant, you will
play a pivotal role in assisting clients in a variety of
challenging projects and the delivery of effective financial
processes and controls that support business objectives and
operational needs.ATTRIBUTES OF CONSULTANTS WITH RGP
- Respect for people and opinions and confidently offer your
point-of-view with clients and among colleagues
- A drive for proactively cultivating relationships with clients
and colleagues
- Optimism when faced with challenges and complex situations,
coupled with the drive to solve client issues
- Dedication to continuous improvement and development of your
skillset and talents
- A strong personal identification with RGP's values - loyalty,
integrity, focus, enthusiasm, accountability and talentKEY
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE
- Work closely with Finance Directors and other key business
leaders to provide support and drive financial objectives, make
recommendations to support development of the companys overall
business strategy and act as a true business partner to the clients
leadership
- Manage the month-end accounting close, ensuring accurate and
timely results that are in accordance with US GAAP requirements,
review and analyze internal financial data to identify issues,
opportunities and trends to provide business owners and senior
leaders with financial data that will support decision making
- Install and maintain a proper control environment and culture
to limit business risk and exposures.
- Lead people to implement change through coaching, training, and
clear objective setting in order to meet the clients short-term
needs and long-term goalsDESIRED EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors Degree in Business, Accounting or related field
required
- Masters Degree preferred
- CPA, CMA, CFE, CIA preferred
- 10-plus years of professional experience in public accounting,
related consulting and/or industry experience
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
(GAAP); SEC reporting experience is a plus. Experienced with
general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations,
financial statements, and variance analysis
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills, ability to
build relationships and foster trust at all organizational
levels
- Experience working with large ERP systems and advanced
technical skillsEqual Opportunity EmployerRGP is proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive
environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy,
sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental
disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage
all applicants to apply.
Keywords: Resources Global Professionals (RGP), Chicago , Controller Consultant, Accounting, Auditing , Chicago, Illinois
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