Job Category: Accounting & Finance

M&A Accounting Manager

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51535

We’ve been engaged by a dynamic construction organization with a top-tier finance and accounting team to identify a newly added accounting manager – but this isn’t your typical accounting manager role. This person will be a “corporate mercenary” involved in operational accounting, M&A integrations, FP&A and operational cross-functional work, and special projects focused on value creation/process improvement.

The organization is growing quickly both organically and through acquisitions and there is tons of interesting work to be done. This is a fantastic role to build leadership skillsets, take ownership over significant parts of the business, and see/do a variety of things in a short amount of time. The role reports to a Controller we’ve known for years who is a high-EQ leader with a track record of developing talent, and also has a Big 4 & top-tier consulting background.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of exeprience, ideally a Big 4 accounting foundation, and experience with M&A integration and complex accounting issues. CPA preferred.

Director-Institutional Sales

  • Location: Madison, Wisconsin
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51527

We are working with a $1B Midwestern asset manager who is seeking its first dedicated Institutional Sales Director to accelerate the firm’s expansion into the consultant and institutional investor market. This is a rare ground-floor opportunity to build an institutional presence for a respected, performance-driven investment firm with long-standing PM leadership and a strong retail foundation.

As the inaugural salesperson, you will shape the go-to-market strategy, develop consultant and allocator relationships, and drive new mandates across the U.S. You’ll partner closely with senior portfolio managers, gain deep insight into high-quality core equity strategies and play a pivotal role in elevating the firm’s institutional visibility.

What Sets This Apart:
Wide-open territory. Direct PM access. Thoughtful compensation with strong performance upside. Meaningful runway to build something lasting.

***We are looking for Mid-West based candidates only at this time

If interested, please apply or send your details to: jamende@skywatersearch.com

Senior Finance Manager

  • Location: Madison, Wisconsin
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51510

Incredibly unique strategic finance leadership role for a growing CPG org near Madison, Wisconsin. This is with a company that has a track record of hiring up-and-coming talent and stretching them into leadership roles — if you’ve ever wanted to be CFO, this is the place to get the right experience.

Our client is seeking someone who can own the entire P&L, lead a team, present to the board, and build processes/models from scratch. This will be heavily involved in commercial finance/partnership across the sales organization as well, so will have a direct hand in driving revenue growth and optimizing company results. The organization has Fortune 500 leadership across the board and high standards for the talent they hire.

They have an incredibly meritocratic, highly collaborative culture and you’ll work under a CFO who is a high-EQ leader that is heavily focused on growing and mentoring his team. You would be second-in-command for the entire finance org so from a visibility and growth perspective, it does not get better than this.

The best part? I’m looking for up-and-comers for this. The ideal candidate will have either public company FLDP/rotational program OR PE-backed FP&A experience, and currently be a Finance Manager who is looking to take the next step up.
 

Finance Manager

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51479

SkyWater Search Partners is partnering exclusively with a long-standing Twin Cities client in the CPG space to hire a finance manager. The company, with over $1.5 billion in revenue, has continued to grow both organically and through strategic acquisitions. If you thrive in fast-paced environments that offer opportunities to add value, gain exposure to executives, and take on challenges that foster growth, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Controller

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51471

We’re working with a fast-growing, independent marketing agency headquartered in Minneapolis that helps national brands connect authentically with their audiences through storytelling and creative strategy. The team is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and moving fast – expanding service lines, investing in new tools, and gearing up for their next phase of growth.

They’re now looking for a Controller to take ownership of the financial function and help steer the company into its future. This is a leadership seat that blends strategic insight with hands-on execution – perfect for someone who enjoys building structure, modernizing systems, and shaping financial strategy in a creative, high-energy environment.

**ONLY CONSIDERING LOCAL, MINNESOTA-BASED CANDIDATES**

Senior Manager/ Director, M&A

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51427

Senior Manager / Director, M&A 
A rapidly expanding, multi-billion-dollar public company is seeking a Senior Manager/Director of M&A to lead post-acquisition integration efforts across its growing portfolio. This newly created role offers high visibility, direct collaboration with the C-Suite, and the opportunity to shape the organization’s long-term M&A strategy. You’ll partner closely with Corporate Development and Accounting leadership to ensure seamless integration, strong financial controls, and alignment with enterprise objectives.

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

Why Join:

Play a key leadership role in the integration of newly acquired businesses across a rapidly growing organization.

Work directly with the C-Suite, Corporate Controller, and Corporate Development teams on high-impact M&A initiatives.

Join a company with strong financial performance, continuous acquisitive activity, and long-term growth opportunities.

Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, comprehensive benefits, and hybrid schedule.

The ideal candidate has…

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

Significant experience in post-acquisition integration, ideally within a large, complex corporate environment.

Strong project management capabilities and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving setting.

Executive presence with the confidence to partner directly with senior leadership.

High initiative, strong communication skills, and a track record of driving results.

Controller

  • Location: Joliet, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51426

Controller Opportunity – Manufacturing Industry

A growing, publicly traded manufacturing organization is seeking a Controller to lead financial operations for one of its largest business units. This role offers high visibility, strategic involvement with leadership, and the opportunity to drive financial performance across a dynamic and expanding business. The Controller will oversee all aspects of the finance and accounting functions, providing insights that directly impact operational decision-making, profitability, and strategic growth.

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

Why Join:
Play a pivotal role in the financial leadership of a growing, high-impact business unit.
Collaborate directly with senior executives and influence key business decisions.
Opportunities for long-term career growth within a stable, growing company.
Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate for this role has… 
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
9+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years in manufacturing.
Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  • Location: Edina, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #51405

SkyWater Search Partners is proud to once again partner with Portico Benefit Services — one of our long-standing clients and one of the most mission-driven organizations we’ve had the pleasure of working with — in their search for a Deputy Chief Finance Officer.

Over the past few years, SkyWater has partnered with the Board of Directors and has helped Portico build out key members of their senior leadership team, including most of the C-suite (CEO, COO, CIO, etc.). The result has been a period of strong cultural alignment, refreshed leadership, and meaningful organizational momentum.

This Deputy CFO will provide strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of the Finance function, with the intent to succeed the current CFO at the time of her planned retirement.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced finance leader to join a mission-driven organization during a transformative era — serving as both a key strategic partner and a hands-on leader across accounting, FP&A, treasury, actuarial, and investment finance.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Deputy CFO will partner closely with executive leadership, Portico’s Board of Trustees, and external financial partners to ensure the organization’s long-term financial health and risk governance.

Manager of Technical Accounting

  • Location: Greater Chicago Area
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50987

I’m currently partnering with a global, publicly traded leader in the industrial/manufacturing space that is looking to add a Manager of External Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting to their growing finance team! This role is perfect for someone who wants to leverage their public accounting foundation (Big 4 or large public company experience) to step into a highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership.

? What makes this role exciting:
1. Lead the quarterly external reporting process and draft SEC filings
2. Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Investor Relations & Business Unit CFOs
3. Tackle complex technical accounting matters including acquisitions, divestitures, and new accounting standards
4. Opportunity to mentor and review junior team members
5. Chance to drive process improvements and use technology/tools to streamline reporting

? Ideal Background:
6–10 years of progressive accounting experience
CPA Required
Public accounting and/or large US public company experience

Senior Accounting Manager

  • Location: Chicago
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50953

I’m partnering with a good client of mine to fill a Senior Manager of Accounting role. It’s open due to an internal promotion, as is customary in this org as their entire accounting org is rotational in nature. We’ve done a ton of work with this CAO, having placed 10 people here in the last couple years. This role will report to someone who we placed earlier this year, and will have a primary M&A focus. This global organization has doubled in size the last decade and continues to grow organically and through acquisition. They are located downtown and offer an extremely flexible schedule.

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