Assistant Controller

Job overview

The Assistant Controller role is onsite in Northbrook, IL, with a salary range of $94,000–$125,000 per year. The position supports Bornquist’s accounting operations and financial reporting as the company represents products in commercial, industrial, HVAC, and plumbing markets. The role leads day-to-day accounting functions, close processes, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls while supporting the Controller and management’s financial decisions. It also supervises accounting staff and works across departments to improve processes and maintain accurate, timely financial information.

What you'll do

• Manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, cash management, and banking activities
• lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close
• prepare and consolidate financial statements and supporting schedules
• review reconciliations and journal entries
• implement accounting policies and internal controls
• build budgets, forecasts, and financial models
• analyze results and recommend actions
• coordinate audit schedules and fieldwork
• support tax compliance
• improve accounting systems and workflows
• supervise, train, and coach accounting staff
• act as backup to the Controller as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant controller

accounting operations

financial reporting

month-end close

budgeting and forecasting

internal controls

audit support

accounting team leadership

northbrook il

bornquist

$94,000–$125,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision options
• profit sharing
• 401(k)
• short- and long-term disability
• employee assistance program
• employee discounts
• paid time off.

Why this role

Combines accounting leadership and financial reporting with supervision of the accounting team and cross-functional coordination.

About the employer

BORNQUIST INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Electrical Apparatus and Equipment, Wiring Supplies, and Related Equipment Merchant Wholesalers. Sector: 42.