Global Controller

Post Date

Jul 08, 2026

Location

Chicago,
Illinois

ZIP/Postal Code

60601
US
Sep 14, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Accounting / Finance

Req #

ATL-abf9f61c-08ca-4c3d-b39e-d1a706fd346c

Pay Rate

$73 - $91 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

This individual will serve as the senior accounting leader responsible for the organization's global controllership function. They will oversee accounting teams across multiple countries, ensuring financial statements are accurate, timely, and compliant with US GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements. Day to day, they will drive month-end and quarter-end close activities, partner with executive leadership on financial strategy, manage audit relationships, review complex accounting matters, and establish strong internal controls. They will also mentor accounting leaders across regions, support process improvements, and help build a scalable finance organization capable of supporting continued growth. Pay will range from 60-100/hr depending on experience.

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Required Skills & Experience

• 15+ years of progressive accounting and controllership experience
• Experience serving as Corporate Controller, Global Controller, VP Controller, or equivalent leadership role
• Experience overseeing multinational accounting operations
○ Europe-based accounting oversight
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Experience managing global monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Experience leading external audits
• Experience building and mentoring accounting teams
• Experience partnering with CFOs and executive leadership
• Public company experience
• SEC reporting exposure
SOX compliance experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• IPO experience
• Big 4 background
CPA

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.