Interim Controller

$70 - $80 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 152145
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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LaSalle Network is proud to partner with a dynamic and growing real estate organization located in the heart of downtown Chicago in their search for an Interim Controller. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to make an immediate impact, overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and process improvement during a critical transition period.

Interim Controller Responsibilities:
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
  • Oversee general ledger activity, financial reporting, and compliance
  • Partner with senior leadership to deliver timely financial insights and analysis
  • Manage and mentor the accounting team, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Evaluate current processes and implement best practices for scalability and control

Interim Controller Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with prior leadership roles
  • Strong real estate or property management industry experience required
  • Expertise in GAAP and financial reporting
  • Proven ability to step into transitional roles and drive results
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style

Why You Should Apply:
  • Immediate, high-impact leadership opportunity
  • Work with a fast-paced, growing organization in an exciting industry
  • Competitive compensation with the potential for extension or permanent placement

If you're a hands-on leader with a proven track record in real estate finance, ready to make a difference in an interim capacity, we want to hear from you.
Apply today or reach out to LaSalle Network to learn more.

Thank you,

Allee Struve
Recruiting Lead – Management Consulting
LaSalle Network 
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here

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