SkyWater is assisting two elite boutique firms with their search for skilled mid-level associates with an interest in complex litigation. Candidates must have 3+ years of litigation experience at a law firm including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and excellent writing skills.
One of these firms is also looking for a go-to transactional attorney with an interest in contract drafting & review, and any & all corporate matters the firm needs assistance with. Both of these firms are open to candidates relocating to Minnesota.
Please apply here or reach out to Rylie Niebuhr at RNiebuhr@skywatersearch.com.
SkyWater has been retained by an investment firm in Chicago to identify their next Chief Financial Officer:
A great repeat client of ours, this company is a 75-year old mission-driven organization that is known for their phenomenal corporate culture, strong senior leadership team, and challenging work. One of the largest faith-based pension funds in the world, the firm employs about 300 people, managing around $25B in assets for their 100,000 members, including their retirement, investment & benefit plans. Only open due to the current CFO’s upcoming retirement, the Chief Financial Officer sits on the executive leadership team, reporting to the CEO, and oversees the firm’s financial strategy, planning, and operations, ensuring alignment with their mission and long-term growth objectives.
*** We offer a very strong overall package; including a competitive base salary, bonus incentives, and robust benefits. ***
*** We are currently only considering candidates in the Chicago area, or willing to relocate to the Chicago area. It is expected that the CFO is on-site at their HQ in Glenview ~50% of the time. ***
SkyWater has partnered with a company looking to bolster their Workday operations by hiring a Workday Analyst to join their growing team!
This company offers competitive pay, great benefits, and has a strong track record of internal promotions, raises, and cutting-edge technology usage!
If you have experience working with Workday modules and are eager to help a growing organization as they expand into new lines of business, please apply!
Publicly traded client near Chicago looking for a strategic commercial finance leader — specifically, someone to support sales and marketing finance to directly drive top-line optimization for the company. It’s a brand new role due to growth, reports directly to the Director of FP&A, and will give you the unique opportunity to directly impact a publicly traded organization. This also has tons of executive interfacing/partnership so I need someone who is polished enough to present/be at the table with C-suite for business decision making.
This is an incredibly high-exposure, high-growth role, and the person who holds this role will be well-positioned for future leadership opportunities and to gain broader finance experience across the business.
The company also continues to post strong results and works in a hybrid environment with great benefits.
Ideal candidates have 4+ years of finance experience, with 2+ of sales/marketing/product support finance experience.
SkyWater is excited to partner with a rapidly growing manufacturing company expanding its operations in the northwest metro. As they continue to scale, they are seeking an Accounting Manager to play a key role in building out and strengthening their accounting function locally.
This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and enjoys being hands-on. The Accounting Manager will oversee daily accounting activities, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, and general ledger management. This role will also be responsible for preparing and verifying financial statements.
Supervisory experience is required, as this position will manage a team of three direct reports.
This is an on-site role with flexibility located in the northwest metro of the Twin Cities. Local candidates will only be considered.
Come join a quickly expanding organization set to IPO in the next few years. We are looking for a staff accountant to join the corporate controllership team focused on operational accounting, FP&A, cross-partnership with operations, and c-suite partnership.
This reports directly to someone we placed in the organization 1 year ago — they have already been promoted and are continuing to build their team. If you want to be CFO or Controller one day this is the perfect role for you.
Ideal candidates have foundations in public accounting (audit) and their CPA certification or experience in PE-backed organizations.
Publicly traded international business who is seeking a technical accounting leader to join the business. This will be a key player in continuous business and process improvement joining a strong hiring leader and organization continually poised for growth while retaining excellent stability.
We are looking for someone who can grow and move up the ladder — this will be next in line for the Director’s seat in the near future. Very stable business with the benefit of being able to make an impact — this will also provide significant international exposure across the business and allow you to partner and work with the global business leaders.
Very competitive compensation, great benefits, and hybrid work environment.
Our client is a precision metal fabrication company based in the north metro of the Twin Cities, and have a reputation for solving complex manufacturing challenges. The company has capabilities and services which include laser cutting, bending, welding, machining, and finishing. They serve OEM customers in several industries across the U.S. such as industrial equipment, agriculture, aerospace/defense, powersports, and emerging markets. With engineering-driven solutions they have established long-term strategic partnerships. They are seeking a VP of Sales to work closely with the President and leadership group to develop strategy, drive new business, manage key relationships, and build out a team.
We have partnered with an incredible organization in the food service industry that has been providing healthy meal options for schools and their students for decades. Together, we’re looking for a Vice President of Sales, Marketing and CulinaryStrategy to charter growth, inspire teams and champion culture.
This leader should have a passion for food, experience in developing talent in sales and marketing, and a track record of driving growth. In this role, the VP will lead the development and implementation of overall sales and marketing strategies while overseeing culinary innovation and menu research and development. This leader will set the strategic direction, create a clear vision, and implement a comprehensive plan to enhance the company’s market share and brand recognition.
Most importantly, this executive-level position requires someone who shares the organization’s values of integrity, hard work and customer success.
Responsibilities include:
Sales – Develop and lead an annual sales plan and budget – Establish new business targets and strategies – Manage high-level relationships and contracts – Analyze market trends and assess the company’s competitive position
Marketing – Create an annual marketing plan that focuses on enhancing brand awareness, driving innovation, and promoting key initiatives – Oversee resource allocation to ensure goals are met and competitive advantages are maintained
Culinary Strategy – Lead the creation of unique, customer-focused culinary strategies that enhance the brand’s image, maximize long-term sales growth, and drive brand equity and customer value To succeed in this role, you must be a self-starter with a collaborative leadership style. You will provide valuable insights across the sales, marketing, and culinary departments, playing a crucial role in the company’s overall growth and development.
This company is located in North Sioux City, South Dakota. The role is primarily remote with periodic visits to headquarters.
The target base salary for this position is $150,000-$170,000 DOE.
Our client is a recognizable name in the Chicago area. They are looking to hire a Controller to lead the accounting team and report directly to the Founder/President. The organization has been helping transform the view of Chicago since they were founded 30+ years ago.
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