Vice President, Corporate Controller

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Oak Brook, IL, USA
Hybrid
200K-500K Annually
Senior level
Automotive • Hardware • Internet of Things • Mobile • Software • App development • PropTech
We make access simple and secure.
The Role
The Vice President, Corporate Controller oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance, driving improvements and advising senior leadership while ensuring accuracy in financial information.
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Chamberlain Group (CG) is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Powered by our myQ technology, we make access simple and secure for millions of homeowners, businesses, and communities worldwide. Our flagship brands, LiftMaster®  and Chamberlain® , are found in 51+ million homes, and 14 million+ people rely on the myQ®  app daily.

Job Summary

The Vice President, Corporate Controller is a strategic global financial leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance functions. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information while driving continuous improvement across accounting processes and systems. The VP, Corporate Controller, serves as a key advisor to senior leadership and plays a significant role in supporting corporate strategy, risk management, and long term financial planning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic direction for the accounting organization and act as a key financial advisor to the CFO and executive leadership team.

  • Lead the development and execution of accounting policies, procedures, and systems aligned with company objectives.

  • Partner with cross functional leaders to support business growth, operational efficiency, and financial decision making.

  • Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, inventory, and cost accounting.

  • Ensure timely and accurate month end, quarter end, and year end close processes.

  • Strengthen and maintain a robust internal control environment in compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.

  • Direct the preparation and accuracy of all financial statements and management reporting.

  • Manage external financial audits and act as the primary liaison with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies.

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and all relevant statutory reporting obligations.

  • Lead initiatives to optimize accounting processes, enhance automation, and improve reliability and speed of financial reporting.

  • Partner with IT and finance leadership to implement and maintain financial systems and tools.

  • Build, mentor, and develop a high performing accounting team.

  • Establish clear goals, professional development plans, and succession strategies.

  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

  • Comply with health and safety guidelines and rules; managers should also ensure compliance across their teams.

  • Protect Chamberlain Group’s reputation by keeping information confidential.

  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

  • Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed.

Supervision Exercised

  • Motivate and lead a high performance team by attracting, developing, engaging and retaining team members

  • Drive the performance management and compensation processes by communicating job expectations, monitoring and evaluating performance, providing feedback and facilitating employee development per the company’s policies

  • Maintain transparent communication by appropriately communicating organization information to team through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, appropriate email, IM and regular interpersonal communications

  • Lead and motivate individuals and teams to create a workplace culture that is consistent with the CG mission, vision and values.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA strongly preferred.

Experience:

  • 12+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.

  • Experience in a complex, multi entity, or global organization preferred.

  • Prior public accounting or Big 4 experience is a strong plus.

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The pay range for this position is $200,000.00 - $500,000.00; base pay offered may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. In addition to base pay, also offered is a comprehensive benefits package and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). This position is eligible for participation in a short-term incentive plan subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.

Chamberlain Group wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you’ll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We’re committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.  

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence [email protected].


NOTE: Staffing agencies, headhunters, recruiters, and/or placement agencies, please do not contact our hiring managers directly.

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The Company
HQ: Oak Brook, IL
5,769 Employees
Year Founded: 1900

What We Do

Chamberlain Group is a global leader in intelligent access and Blackstone portfolio company. Our innovative products, combined with intuitive software solutions, comprise a myQ ecosystem that delivers seamless, secure, access to people's homes and businesses. Our recognizable brands, including LiftMaster® and Chamberlain® , are found in 50+ million homes, and 10+ million people rely on our myQ® app daily to control and monitor their homes, communities and businesses, from anywhere. Our patented vehicle-to-home connectivity solution, myQ Connected Garage, is available in millions of vehicles from the leading automakers.

Why Work With Us

At CG, our ONETEAM is united by our mission to make access simple. As a pioneer in the smart access industry, you'll have the opportunity to develop products that make a direct impact on the daily lives of millions of people -- allowing them to seamlessly and securely access their homes, communities and businesses.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

We seek to balance individual, collective and business needs while leveraging the benefits of working remotely and working in the office.

Typical time on-site: Not Specified
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Our headquarters is located in the Chicagoland area. Oak Brook is home to many global company headquarters that offers great restaurants, world-class shopping and hotels. Our office is set in a peaceful, natural space that offers a walking path to enjoy the outdoors.

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