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Director of Finance & Accounting

ExponentChicago, Illinois

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Job Description

Partner with a top PE firm to execute upon a roll-up strategy within an industry experiencing long term tailwinds. Own the accounting function within a high-profile role, working as a partner to the CEO and sponsor... with an accelerated opportunity to earn the next title.

Why We Like This

    • Acquisitive Experience w/ Top PE: Lead through an accelerated platform + bolt-on play, partnering directly with the CEO & Private Equity team to execute a proven playbook
    • Stepping Stone to the CFO Seat: This role, with an opportunity to lean into FP&A, is a notable prerequisite to a top CFO seat. With performance, big opportunities open up across the multi-billion dollar PE portfolio.
    • Strategic Impact & Exposure: Lead accounting ops for a growth story investing in the early-innings of notable industry trend (niche sports + analytics + services play).

Requirements

    • Strong Accounting Operations Expertise: Hands-on experience managing accounting ops to drive accurate financial reporting and ensure compliance—key for a consumer services environment focused on precision and control.
    • Controller-Level Leadership: Proven ability to build and manage a scalable month-end close process while delivering insightful reporting and strategic direction to the executive team.
    • Experience with Growing Organizations: Comfortable bringing process maturity and scalability to accounting functions in a fast-growing roll-up strategy expected to 10x+ over 5 years.

Responsibilities

    • Oversee accounting operations: Take charge of the full accounting cycle including general ledger, AP/AR, and fixed assets to ensure spot-on financial reporting.
    • Month-end close and reporting: Lead the month-end close process, delivering timely, accurate financials, insightful performance analysis, and board-ready reports.
    • Internal controls and compliance: Maintain and enhance internal controls with a sharp focus on compliance, especially around deferred rev rec.
    • Cash flow and treasury management: Keep a close eye on cash planning and working capital to optimize liquidity and back operational needs.
    • Team leadership and development: Build and mentor a high-performing accounting team that thrives in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple acquisitions annually and supporting a top-tier executive team.
$165,000 - $185,000 a year
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