Corporate Controller

Posted 5 Days Ago
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Chicago, IL
Hybrid
196K-220K Annually
Expert/Leader
Healthtech
The Role
Lead core accounting operations, ensure compliance with GAAP, manage financial reporting, and optimize processes while overseeing payroll and collaborating across functions.
Summary Generated by Built In
Lead Accounting Excellence in a Mission-Driven Global Organization
Are you a high-performing accounting leader with a foundation in public accounting and a proven track record in industry? Daniels Health is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead core accounting operations, ensure compliance, and drive process improvement in a fast-paced, purpose-led environment.

Why Daniels Health?

Global Reach, Local Impact
Founded in 1986, Daniels Health is a global leader in healthcare waste management, operating across North America, Europe, Australia, and South Africa. With over 1,100 employees, we’re the second-largest provider in our space—and growing.

Innovation Backed by Financial Discipline
We’ve invested millions in R&D to pioneer sustainable containment systems and technologies. Our finance team ensures every innovation is grounded in fiscal responsibility and operational excellence.

Purpose-Driven, Performance-Focused
We believe that safety, sustainability, and sound financial governance go hand in hand. Our accounting leaders are empowered to influence operations, ensure compliance, and support our mission through precision and insight.
 
Your Impact:

Accounting Leadership & Financial Reporting
-Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely, accurate, and GAAP-compliant financial statements.
-Deliver clear and reliable financial reporting to senior leadership.
-Align accounting practices with strategic business objectives.

Internal Controls & Compliance
-Strengthen internal controls and ensure adherence to US GAAP and regulatory standards.
-Manage external audits and maintain robust financial policies and procedures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
-Partner with Legal, HR, IT, and Operations to embed financial accountability across the business.
-Ensure consistent application of accounting policies across departments and regions.

Payroll Oversight
-Oversee payroll accounting and ensure accurate cost allocations across departments.

Process Optimization & Systems Improvement
-Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and transparency.
-Leverage technology and automation to modernize accounting workflows.
 
What You Bring:

-CPA with 10+  years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and industry roles.
-Deep knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards.
-Proven leadership in managing large accounting teams and cross-functional collaboration.
-High proficiency in Excel and financial systems; ERP experience preferred.
-Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
 
Why You’ll Thrive Here:

Strategic Exposure: Report directly to the Global CFO and contribute to financial direction.
Collaborative Culture: Work in a transparent, trust-based environment with high-performing teams.
Growth & Impact: Drive measurable results in a company that values continuous improvement.
Flexibility & Connection: Enjoy a hybrid work model and meaningful travel to connect with teams.
 
Lead with Precision. Influence with Integrity. Grow with Daniels.
This is more than an accounting role—it’s a leadership opportunity to shape financial operations in a company that values innovation, accountability, and impact.

Top Skills

Erp
Excel
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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
610 Employees
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

MAKING HEALTHCARE SAFER
The philosophy that guides Daniels - striving to make a safer environment for everyone involved in healthcare.

Daniels has operations in Australia, USA, Canada, New Zealand, UK, Europe and South Africa and is widely regarded as a leader of innovation in the medical waste space. Daniels'​ flagship product - the Sharpsmart collector, was launched in 1999 and is now used in thousands of healthcare facilities around the globe. It has been peer reviewed in numerous medical journals with findings that indisputably assert it as the safest sharps collector in the world.

Through education, innovation and service, we are committed to make the healthcare industry safer for the people who work in it and continually drive the development of ecologically sustainable solutions to reduce the environmental impact of medical waste.

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