Controller

  • Location: Greater Chicago
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48289
  • Salary: 0 - 85000 Per Year

We are exclusively partnering with our client to find their next Controller.  This is a perfect opportunity for a Staff or Senior Accountant to take the next step in their career.  You’ll have the opportunity to mentor staff and report directly to the ownership team.  You’ll be responsible for full-cycle accounting, reporting, audit prep and working closely with the third party accounting/tax firm. 

 

Manager, Global FP&A

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48286
  • Salary: 150000 Per Year

High-growth PE-backed organization near Chicago looking to hire due to growth — this is as good at is gets from an FP&A exposure perspective.

Our client is looking for a Manager of FP&A focused on global consolidations — this person will own all forecasting, budgeting, quarterly reporting and performance improvement for the organization/all of its global segments. This hire will have the opportunity to make an impact from day 1, add value and improve the business from performance/process perspective, and get opportunity for quick promotion, rotational opportunities across the business, and extensive exposure to leadership/c-suite.

Flexible hybrid schedule, strong benefit package.

Ideal candidates will have 4-9 years of FP&A experience, ideally with foundations in an FLDP/Rotational program, and global consolidations/FP&A experience. Chicago-based, no relocation offered at this time.
 

Senior/Lead Accountant

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48264
  • Salary: 100000 - 120000 Per Year

Our client is a multi-billion dollar Medical Organization and is looking to add a Senior/Lead Accountant to help build out their Operational Accounting team. 

Details:
– 2x/week on-site in SW suburbs
– Operational Accounting with AdHoc responsibilities – supporting around 20 entities of varying sizes
– Opportunities for growth within Accounting, Revenue and Finance
– Great benefits – 401K, training and development, and affordable medical insurance
– $100K-$120K salary

Ideal Candidate:
– 3-10 years of Audit and/or Industry Operational Accounting experience
– Healthcare experience a plus
– CPA a plus
– ERP system experience (Oracle a plus, but not required)
– Must be a go-getter, self-started, and creative thinker
 

Accounting Manager | Hybrid!

  • Location: Chicago
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48221
  • Salary: 0 - 120000 Per Year

I am working with a local Sporting Goods manufacturer who is looking for an Accounting Manager to join their team!

My client is looking for a CPA who has a strong technical ability and wanting the opportunity to mentor and lead a small team underneath them (previous experience not required) You will have national/international accounting exposure with a strategic, growing company in a fast-paced environment! 

Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48139
  • Salary: 0 - 100000 Per Year

SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with our client in the central metro area on an exciting opportunity for a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst. This role is a key part of the external reporting team, ensuring compliance with financial disclosure and reporting standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in SEC reporting, technical accounting, and cross-functional collaboration.
 

Senior Financial Controls Analyst

  • Location: Shakopee, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48090
  • Salary: 0 - 135000 Per Year

SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with an industry-leading company that is looking to add a Senior Financial Controls Analyst to their growing finance team. This role is highly visible, reporting directly to the Global Controller, and will play a key role in optimizing financial processes, enhancing automation, strengthening controls, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.

Senior Accountant through Manager – rotational projects w/Fortune 1000

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48018
  • Salary: 140000 - 180000 Per Year

Overview

Are you an accounting professional with a public accounting background and have aspirations to become a CFO or Controller? If you’re not exactly sure what path is best for you (Controllership, Technical Accounting, Reporting, M&A?) and would like to be able to try a lot of different things within the same company and partner with Chicago’s best companies in the process our client could be a great fit. 

You will work on complex and high profile projects in a rewarding and dynamic culture that pays at least 30% more than public accounting does.

Desired Skills and Experience

  • 3-8 years public accounting and/ or corporate accounting in large publicly traded companies
  • CPA preferred
  • Proven track of career progression
  • Communicates well at all levels, with internal and external stakeholders
  • Enthusiastic attitude, ability to pivot and possess an entrepreneurial spirit!

Risk Assurance and Advisory Manager

  • Location: New Brighton, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48016
  • Salary: 0 - 160000 Per Year

Title: Risk Assurance and Advisory Manager
Work style: Hybrid, very flexible
Base Compensation: $110,000 – $160,000 plus bonus and profit sharing

SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with one of our best clients as they continue to build out their Finance and Accounting org structure! This is a Global publicly traded company that has been growing significantly and because of that they are looking to add a Risk Assurance and Advisory Manager. We are looking for someone who is ready to drive real change in an organization while having a direct impact on a company’s success! Ideally this person will have an analytical mindset, be a great problem solver, and come with 5+ years of public accounting (audit) experience.

If you have reached a point in public accounting where you are ready to leverage your skills in a more strategic, impactful way, this could be a great opportunity to consider.

Financial Reporting Manager

  • Location: Minneapolis, MN
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #48011
  • Salary: 110000 - 135000 Per Year

SkyWater is thrilled to be exclusively partnering with one of our favorite clients (yet again!) to add a Financial Reporting Manager to their team!

Having worked with this company extensively for the past 6+ years in recruiting (and having worked with them in public accounting too!), I can’t stress how great of an opportunity it is to join this company!

Growing like crazy. Fast-paced. Fabulous group of people who are hungry to grow and develop.

My ideal candidate –

– 5+ years of experience
– Public accounting roots (and yes, I would take someone straight from public so if you are wrapping up busy season and ready to transition to industry, this one may be for you!)
– Passion for financial reporting and technical accounting – you will help drive the financial reporting process, but you will also take the lead on complex accounting matters so I need someone who isn’t going to shy away from technical accounting research!

Hybrid and super flexible. Impressive compensation package.

Please reach out if you want to hear more – CRabon@skywatersearch.com | 952.767.9025
 

Internal Audit Senior

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #47975
  • Salary: 0 - 85000 Per Year

Our client, a leading global organization, is expanding its Internal Audit team and is looking for a new team member to join. In this role, you will collaborate closely with leadership on a variety of projects, gaining both domestic and international exposure.

Role Highlights:

  • Work spans Financial, Operational, Compliance, and select IT audits
  • Occasional travel, primarily within the U.S., with some international opportunities
  • Internal Audit is viewed as a core talent development hub within the company
  • Hybrid work schedule with three on-site days per week in suburban Chicago (shuttle service provided)
  • Attractive salary and a performance-based bonus structure

This position offers a great opportunity for growth within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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