Supporting Strategies | Chicago Northwest Suburbs
Supporting Strategies provides outsourced bookkeeping services, controller services and operational support to growing businesses.
Chicago Northwest Suburbs Team
Dee Johnson
Managing Director
(847) 232-8659
[email protected]
Dee is an investor relations and corporate communications executive with broad corporate experience in finance and communications, including 18 years in investor relations for small- and mid-cap industrial and technology companies.
After earning her Master of Business Administration from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Dee joined Cummins, a manufacturer of diesel engines, power generation systems, and filtration and air-handling equipment. She spent nearly two decades there, the last two years as Director of Investor Relations.
Dee held the same role at Belden, a signal transmission solutions provider, from 2001 to 2007, later adding oversight of corporate communications to her responsibilities. Her most recent corporate position was Vice President, Investor Relations with Rubicon Technology, a manufacturer of industrial sapphire in the northwest Chicago suburbs. She launched Supporting Strategies | Chicago Northwest Suburbs in 2018.
Dee also holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Pennsylvania (cum laude).
Yvonne Illenberg
For over 15 years and counting, Yvonne has skillfully applied data and systems analysis to identify key process improvements for businesses across industries. She has an innate ability to find root causes of problems, create innovative solutions and communicate knowledge to staff and senior leadership.
Yvonne excelled during her nine-year tenure at Moss Inc., advancing from temporary employee to Accounting Manager to Director of Accounting. She demonstrated expertise in all aspects of accounting functions and general finance management. Earlier in her career, she served as Finance/Human Resource Director for Illinois Park and Recreation Association, working closely with the CEO on finance and accounting issues as well as employee retention and training.
Yvonne holds a Master of Business Administration from the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management along with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. She is also a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Illinois and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
Providing a Full Suite of Bookkeeping and Controller Services in Schaumburg and Chicago Northwest Suburbs
In the cities and towns of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs, situated among beautiful forest and prairie preserves, people appreciate Midwestern resourcefulness, dependability and smarts.
At Supporting Strategies | Chicago Northwest Suburbs, we like to think of our operation in the same way. We provide high-quality bookkeeping and controller services in Chicago Northwest Suburbs through authentic client connections and relationships. Our bookkeeping, human resources and operational support services are flexible, tailored to your precise needs and designed to grow with your business.
Supporting Strategies provides outsourced bookkeeping and controller services throughout the Chicago Northwest Suburbs area, including in:
- Batavia
- Elgin
- Elk Grove Village
- Glendale Heights
- Schaumburg
- St. Charles
- Revenue and accounts receivable
- Expenses and accounts payable
- HR and payroll
- Bookkeeping and month-end close
- Financials, planning and analysis
Supporting Clients With Bookkeeping in Schaumburg and Chicago Northwest Suburbs
The vital suburban communities of the Chicago Northwest Suburbs are much more than commuter train stops. The local economy includes everything from manufacturing and technology to the full range of professional services, nonprofits, educational services and retail.Wherever your business is located, in whatever stage of growth, our team is ready to deliver the services you need, from startup bookkeeping to full-spectrum controller functions.
Get Started Today With Outsourced Bookkeeping and Controller Services
Ready to learn how you can strengthen your business with bookkeeping and controller services? Schedule your FREE Consultation with Supporting Strategies | Chicago Northwest Suburbs today."Hiring Supporting Strategies was the best decision I ever made. As our outsourced AP department, they quickly learned all of our vendors and took bill pay and bookkeeping off our plate so we can focus on the strategy and operations of the business. Your Accountant Michael is just the best. He epitomizes “making our lives easier. They’ve also been fun to work with – not always something you expect when working on financials!"
Stephanie Morimoto, Owner & CEO, Asutra
“Now that I am working with Supporting Strategies, I don’t have to worry about making sure my books are up to date — it just happens. It’s a great relief to no longer be saddled with bookkeeping tasks.”
Pam Valle, Founder, Valle Educational Consultants
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does outsourced bookkeeping cost?
A: Supporting Strategies provides outsourced bookkeeping and controller services. We work with businesses ranging from startups to established and growing SMBs. We’d love to talk with you about your business and your goals. The outsourced bookkeeping cost varies depending on your business size and needs. We customize our service package to meet the needs of your business today and can add services as your business grows. Contact us now for a complimentary consultation.
Q: We are looking to replace our onsite bookkeeper and haven't used an outsourced bookkeeper before. Would it be a difficult transition?
A: Supporting Strategies works with many clients who are new to using outsourced bookkeeping services. Many of our clients previously had a bookkeeper on-site. With outsourced bookkeeping, they benefit from our high-level expertise and efficient processes while saving on office space and employee costs. Plus, Supporting Strategies' team-based workflow model ensures checks and balances are always in place, minimizing the likelihood of errors.
Q: What are your bookkeeping services?
A: Supporting Strategies provides a full range of bookkeeping and controller services, including revenue and accounts receivable; expenses and accounts payable; HR and payroll; day-to-day bookkeeping and month-end close; and financials, planning and analysis. In our month-end close and review process, we make necessary journal entry adjustments, reconcile balance sheet accounts and verify accuracy of income statements.
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