Corporate Controller

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51722

Corporate Controller – Manufacturing Organization – Hybrid

A fast-growing, private equity–backed manufacturing organization is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead and scale the accounting function during a period of significant growth. This is a highly visible role within a dynamic, company reporting directly to the CFO, the Corporate Controller will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls while serving as a key business partner to senior leadership and board of directors.
 

If this is something you would be interested in learning more about, please apply today!
 

Why Join:
Own and lead the accounting function for a PE-backed organization with strong momentum.

High-impact, highly visible role partnering closely with the CFO, executive leadership, and Board of Directors.

Opportunity to build, optimize, and standardize processes across a multi-entity environment, including acquisitions.

Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus eligibility, strong 401(k), and comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model: 3 days on-site and 2 days remote.

The ideal candidate for this role has:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

CPA with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.

Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing and developing teams.

Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with a passion for process improvement and scalable solutions.

Public accounting background preferred; private equity–backed experience a plus.

 

Key Responsibilities:
Own and lead all accounting and control activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP.

Manage the monthly close process in partnership with FP&A, department leaders, and external accounting resources.

Oversee general accounting, billing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions.

Establish, maintain, and enhance formal internal control policies and procedures.

Coordinate and oversee external audits, serving as the primary liaison with audit firms.

Prepare and present financial reports, analyses, and special projects for management and the Board of Directors..

Set up reporting processes for newly acquired entities and manage purchase accounting, including opening balance sheets and fair value assessments.

Drive change management initiatives to streamline and consolidate accounting operations across multiple divisions.

Finance Systems Manager

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51693

Finance Systems Manager – Global Manufacturing Organization – Hybrid

A fast-growing global manufacturing organization is seeking a Finance Systems Manager to oversee the design, implementation, and oversight of finance systems and process controls. This role offers high visibility and the opportunity to collaborate with senior finance leaders, IT teams, and business stakeholders to ensure financial data integrity, compliance, and process efficiency. The Finance Systems Manager will play a pivotal role in guiding system enhancements, embedding effective controls, and supporting process improvements across a complex, global environment.

***If this is something you would be interested in learning more about, please apply today!***

***Open to a post-busy season start date!***

Why Join:

Influence and improve finance systems and accounting processes across a global organization.

Work alongside senior leaders, IT specialists, and cross-functional teams to strengthen compliance, enhance processes, and protect data integrity.

Opportunities to grow your career within a stable, innovative company at the forefront of manufacturing and technology.

Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus eligibility, strong 401(k),and comprehensive benefits.

Hybrid work model: 3 days on-site and 2 days remote.
 

The ideal candidate for this role has:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

6+ years of directly relevant accounting experience; Big 4 or Tier 1 public accounting experience preferred.

U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.

Strong familiarity with IT systems, automated controls, and system implementations

Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills, with a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and optimize finance and accounting systems to ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and audit requirements.

Lead initiatives to streamline and automate finance processes, including implementing system upgrades or enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Guide system deployment projects, collaborating with stakeholders to design processes that incorporate strong controls and safeguard data integrity.

Manage transitions during system changes, ensuring accurate data migration and maintaining uninterrupted compliance.

Evaluate current processes and system capabilities to identify gaps, implement improvements, and define necessary internal controls.

Perform risk assessments on finance operations, recommending actionable solutions to strengthen control effectiveness.

Partner with audit teams to provide documentation, facilitate reviews, and drive corrective action plans to resolution.

Act as a key advisor to finance, IT, and operational teams on system-related control matters and best practices

Internal Controls Manager

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51692

Internal Controls Manager – Global Manufacturing Organization – Hybrid

A fast-growing global manufacturing organization is seeking an Internal Controls Manager to lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls across the business. This role provides high visibility and the opportunity to collaborate with senior finance leaders, business units, and auditors to strengthen financial processes and compliance. The Internal Controls Manager will be instrumental in maintaining control integrity, driving process improvements, and supporting strategic initiatives across a complex international organization.

***If this is something you would be interested in learning more about, please apply today!***

***Open to a post-busy season start date!***

Why Join:

Play a key role in shaping and enhancing internal control practices in a dynamic, global environment.

Work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive accountability and compliance excellence.

Opportunities to grow your career within a stable, innovative company at the forefront of manufacturing and technology.

Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus eligibility, strong 401(k),and comprehensive benefits.

Hybrid work model: 3 days on-site and 2 days remote.

The ideal candidate for this role has:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

5+ years of directly relevant accounting experience; Big 4 or Tier 1 public accounting experience preferred.

U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.

Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills, with a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, maintain, and enhance internal control frameworks to ensure organizational compliance and accountability.

Lead training and education initiatives to reinforce awareness of internal controls and SOX requirements across the company.

Work closely with business leaders and process owners to implement, refine, and document control procedures, including maintaining risk and control inventories.

Collect and evaluate evidence of control performance, driving cross-functional ownership and accountability.

Coordinate with Internal Audit to assess control effectiveness, identify gaps, and implement timely remediation plans.

Support audit processes by preparing documentation, facilitating process walkthroughs, and managing corrective action items.

Partner on strategic projects, including system upgrades, mergers and acquisitions, and other organizational changes, ensuring controls remain effective.

Stay informed of evolving financial regulations, industry best practices, and compliance standards, and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.

Technical Accounting Manager

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51691

Technical Accounting Manager – Global Manufacturing Organization – Hybrid

A leading global manufacturing organization is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of the company’s accounting policies and procedures. This role offers high visibility, strategic collaboration with senior leadership, and the opportunity to shape financial governance across a dynamic, innovative organization. The Technical Accounting Manager will oversee policy maintenance, provide guidance on complex accounting matters, and drive process improvements that impact operational and financial decision-making.

***Open to a post-busy season start date!***

***If this is something you would be interested in learning more about, please apply today!***

Why Join:

Play a critical role in maintaining and evolving accounting policies for a high-impact organization.

Collaborate directly with senior finance leaders, business units, and external auditors.

Opportunities to grow your career within a stable, innovative company at the forefront of technology and operations.

Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus eligibility, strong 401(k),and comprehensive benefits.

Hybrid work model: 3 days on-site and 2 days remote.

The ideal candidate for this role has:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

4+ years of directly relevant accounting experience; Big 4 or Tier 1 public accounting experience preferred.

U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.

Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills, with a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP, SEC rules, and authoritative guidance.

Ensure effective implementation of policies across business units and corporate departments.

Manage quarterly accounting policy certifications and policy deviation approvals.

Serve as liaison between Accounting, Financial Reporting, and business units on technical accounting matters.

Support the preparation of accounting memos, technical research, and external audit requests.

Contribute to monitoring and implementing new accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Accounting Manager

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51667

We’re working with a dynamic, fast-growing, multi-billion-dollar public company to find an experienced Accounting Manager ready to take the next step in their career. This is a high-impact opportunity with a successful and acquisitive organization that values its people and rewards performance. If you’re looking to grow with a financially strong, expanding company where you’ll be surrounded by smart, collaborative professionals who support each other. We’d love to hear from you!

 

Sr Technical Tax Manager

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51666

Salary up to 160K + bonus
Remote – Midwest applicants only please

We are partnering with a fast-growing, technology-backed tax organization to hire a Senior Technical Tax Manager. This role is ideal for someone who is highly detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and motivated by the technical challenges of tax.

You will serve as a core technical expert for the broader tax team, helping ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance across complex tax engagements.

 

Tax Manager

  • Location: Minneapolis, Florida
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51665

 

  • Salary Up to 140K + bonus
  • Midwest-Based applicants only please
  • Remote 

We’re partnering with a fast-growing, tech-enabled tax organization to hire a Tax Manager who will serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of closely held businesses, investors, and high-net-worth clients.

This is a great role for someone who enjoys client relationships as much as technical tax work and wants meaningful visibility with product, engineering, and internal technical tax experts.

This position is ideal for a tax professional who enjoys guiding clients, mentoring a team, and helping shape a modern, technology-forward tax practice.

Financial Reporting Manager

  • Location: Hopkins, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51663

SkyWater Search Partners is excited to exclusively partner again with our long-term client, a stable and growth-oriented company, to hire a financial reporting manager. In this role, you will be a key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for preparing accurate, complete, and timely financial statements, overseeing all external reporting deliverables, coordinating data collection and consolidation, and serving as a subject matter expert for GAAP matters. You will act as the primary finance contact for external stakeholders, identify opportunities to leverage technology to improve processes, and contribute to a collaborative, culture-focused team where your expertise will directly support the CAO and overall finance function.

To be considered, candidates must be local to the Twin Cities metro area.

Global Billing Senior Manager

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51661

We are partnering exclusively with our multi-billion dollar, publicly-traded fintech client to find their next Global Billing Senior Manager. This role is open due to a retirement and there will be a knowledge transfer process.  We have placed 10 people on the accounting team in the last 2 years so we know them well.  

We are looking for candidates with 10+ years of billing experience in a global shared services organization.  

Associate-Capital Formation

  • Location: New York, New York
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51649

SkyWater is partnering with a $33B and growing global alternative investment firm focused on asset-based investments in private specialty finance and real assets to add an Associate-Capital Formation to their team.

This person will play a key role on the Capital Formation team, and will support and develop business with new and existing investors and consultants as well as assist with new product initiatives. This person will work alongside and report directly to the local senior distribution team.

We are looking for someone who is intellectually curious, has strong hustle and drive with a sales-focused personality. 

Experience in institutional sales process and procedure, along with CRM tools is required. Exposure to private credit, structured products, specialty finance, consumer finance, and real asset sales is desired.

*Position is based in Midtown and requires the ability to travel.

**If you’re interested in hearing more, please contact Jamende@skywatersearch.com

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