<p>We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to oversee vendor collaboration and ensure seamless project execution, particularly in compliance and segregation of duties initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a background in JD Edwards, Procure to Pay, or Order to Cash processes, and will be comfortable working onsite 1-2 days a week to coordinate with business stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with external vendors to oversee development efforts and ensure alignment with project goals.</p><p>• Manage compliance and segregation of duties projects to address potential risks and prevent fraud.</p><p>• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure efficient communication and project progress.</p><p>• Organize and lead onsite meetings with business stakeholders to establish project requirements and expectations.</p><p>• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful completion.</p><p>• Utilize Agile Scrum methodologies to drive development processes and ensure adaptability.</p><p>• Implement and manage Content Management Systems (CMS) as needed for project requirements.</p><p>• Provide regular updates and reporting to senior leadership on project progress.</p><p>• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.</p><p>• Ensure all project activities align with industry best practices and compliance standards.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Application Development Project Manager/Lead to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee technology-driven projects, ensuring seamless execution from initial discovery to final implementation. This is a long-term contract position, ideal for professionals with a strong IT project management background and a passion for delivering impactful solutions in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the lifecycle of application development projects, including planning, execution, and delivery.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications.<br>• Facilitate Agile and Scrum ceremonies, ensuring effective communication and coordination among cross-functional teams.<br>• Evaluate, recommend, and implement enterprise technology solutions tailored to organizational needs.<br>• Oversee Mobile Device Management platform implementations, leveraging hands-on experience for optimal results.<br>• Partner with IT, security, and business teams to drive alignment and promote adoption of new solutions.<br>• Maintain project documentation and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.<br>• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, fostering collaboration and productivity.<br>• Address potential risks and challenges proactively, ensuring smooth project progression.<br>• Communicate project updates effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
<p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead our Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in MDM methodologies, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven ability to drive large-scale data projects to successful completion. This is a strategic role based in Chicago, offering an opportunity to influence data strategy and business outcomes for a dynamic, growth-oriented organization.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead end-to-end project management for MDM implementations, including scoping, planning, execution, and delivery.</li><li>Collaborate with data governance, IT, business stakeholders, and external partners to define MDM requirements and solutions.</li><li>Oversee data standardization, data quality, and integration efforts to ensure master data consistency and reliability.</li><li>Drive business process improvements tied to MDM across functional areas including finance, operations, and customer insights.</li><li>Develop robust project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations; proactively manage risks and resolve issues.</li><li>Communicate project status, milestones, and ROI impact to executive leadership and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Promote data stewardship and adoption of MDM best practices across the organization.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Apply:</strong></p><p>Join a forward-thinking leadership team passionate about leveraging data for business impact in one of the nation’s top metropolitan centers. Help shape the future of our data strategy, work with cutting-edge technology, and accelerate your career in a high-visibility role.</p><p><strong>Ready to take the lead on major data initiatives in Chicago? Submit your application or request a consultation with our team today.</strong></p>
Sr. Systems Manager (Hands-On / FinTech) Location: Chicago, IL or Overland Park, KS (Hybrid – 2 days onsite) Industry: Financial Markets / Global Exchange Employment Type: permanent <br> The Opportunity We are looking for a highly technical Sr. Systems Manager to join a leading global financial exchange network. This is a newly created position designed for a "builder" who thrives on optimizing complex systems, automating manual processes, and owning the technical roadmap for enterprise financial systems. Unlike traditional management roles, this position is focused on systems and process architecture. You will lead a talented team of contractors as a technical subject matter expert, ensuring our financial infrastructure scales with our rapid global growth. <br> The Role As the Sr. Systems Manager, you will be the primary architect and engineer for our IBM TM1 (Planning Analytics) environment. We are looking for a candidate who wants to "get under the hood"—customizing systems, building robust data processes, and eliminating manual tasks through automation. <br> Key Responsibilities: System Customization: Lead the technical design and customization of IBM TM1 to meet complex business logic requirements. Automation & Engineering: Develop and maintain scripts (Python or PowerShell) to automate system tasks, data loads, and environment management. Data Engineering: Write complex SQL queries and manage data pipelines to ensure high performance and data integrity across systems. Process Architecture: Evaluate current workflows and build scalable, automated processes to replace legacy manual efforts. Technical Oversight: Act as the technical lead for a team of 10+ contractors, providing "dotted line" mentorship and code/architecture reviews. Why Join Us? You will be at the heart of the global economy, helping to build the infrastructure that powers transparent and inclusive markets. We offer the space for big ideas, a culture of collaboration, and a commitment to helping our people grow as they solve some of the industry's most complex challenges.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Marketing Operations Activations Manager to join a dynamic, fast-growing organization in Cicero, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee the execution of marketing strategies and campaigns that enhance customer engagement and drive measurable outcomes. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy managing cross-functional projects, this position offers an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Implement B2B marketing initiatives to enhance customer engagement, boost order frequency, and increase basket size.<br>• Coordinate and execute marketing campaigns based on detailed briefs, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.<br>• Lead product-focused marketing projects, including new product introductions, label updates, and compliance modifications.<br>• Collaborate with the Sales team to support retail programs such as displays, promotions, and specialized requests.<br>• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), create dashboards, and deliver actionable insights to inform decisions.<br>• Analyze and refine marketing workflows, processes, and standard operating procedures for improved efficiency.<br>• Facilitate marketing operations during acquisitions by supporting data and system integration efforts.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $150,000-$160,000 and it comes with benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401k & time off. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Tax Manager. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p>This person will work within the team as a key member and responsibilities will include but not limited to:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Supporting portfolio company finance teams (including direct interaction with CFOs, controllers, and FP& A managers) with tax reporting and supporting calculations, such purchase price allocations, transaction cost analysis, and coordinating tax work within required timelines.</li><li>Provide guidance and assistance with technical tax questions and research.</li><li>Understanding the necessary action items and processes needed to accomplish such benefits including purchase price allocations and tax step-up computations.</li><li>Participate in both sell side and buy-side tax due diligence for platform acquisitions, add-on acquisitions and carve outs and gather information, data, legal agreements, etc. for the service providers.</li><li>Monitor transaction tax benefits and tax refunds due after sale of portfolio company.</li><li>Assist coordination of service providers for provisions and compliance.</li><li>Review and summarize purchase agreements for tax deliverables.</li><li>Prepare special tax projects (like transaction tax benefit analysis) for certain acquisitions.</li><li>Provide technical assistance with new federal and state law changes.</li><li>Assist in coordinating the flow of K-1s for the fund in a timely manner.</li><li>Provide IRS audit support and project management.</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $150,000-$160,000 and it comes with benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401k & time off. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Tax Manager. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p>This person will work within the team as a key member and responsibilities will include but not limited to:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Supporting portfolio company finance teams (including direct interaction with CFOs, controllers, and FP& A managers) with tax reporting and supporting calculations, such purchase price allocations, transaction cost analysis, and coordinating tax work within required timelines.</li><li>Provide guidance and assistance with technical tax questions and research.</li><li>Understanding the necessary action items and processes needed to accomplish such benefits including purchase price allocations and tax step-up computations.</li><li>Participate in both sell side and buy-side tax due diligence for platform acquisitions, add-on acquisitions and carve outs and gather information, data, legal agreements, etc. for the service providers.</li><li>Monitor transaction tax benefits and tax refunds due after sale of portfolio company.</li><li>Assist coordination of service providers for provisions and compliance.</li><li>Review and summarize purchase agreements for tax deliverables.</li><li>Prepare special tax projects (like transaction tax benefit analysis) for certain acquisitions.</li><li>Provide technical assistance with new federal and state law changes.</li><li>Assist in coordinating the flow of K-1s for the fund in a timely manner.</li><li>Provide IRS audit support and project management.</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role is $155,000 - $160,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>Upgrade your new year with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>As our Sr Accounting Manager you will report to the NA Accounting Director. You will lead the accounting operations of specific business units and activities. You will manage a team of accounting professionals, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, and improving projects.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Team Leadership & Development: Lead a diverse team of accounting professionals across multiple sites, encouraging a collaborative culture. Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback and development opportunities.</li><li>Close Process Management: Oversee the accounting close process to ensure accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and JBT Marel standards. Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews, oversee audits, and ensure the integrity of financial transactions.</li><li>Process Improvement & Strategy: Lead strategic projects for the Accounting CoE, focusing on standardization, optimization, and process improvement. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and, leveraging technology and automation tools.</li><li>Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing: Collaborate with CoE leadership to lead process enhancements and facilitate knowledge sharing and cross-training within the team. Share and implement best practices in accounting with other leaders.</li><li>Project Management & Technology Implementation: Lead close improvement initiatives, develop project plans, and coordinate efforts. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of accounting software and ERP systems to improve operations.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 and it comes with benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401k & time off. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job description</u></strong></p><ul><li>Accounts payable set up purchase orders, enter invoices, obtain approvals from project managers, follow up on problem invoices/vendor credits. Collate invoice with checks. Maintain subcontractors certificates of insurance</li><li>Enter weekly payroll in Sage & ADP, distribute reports to project managers for approval. Track time off, apprentice union raises</li><li>Assist with tracking cash flow and change order collection</li><li>Log, track all orders, deliveries, invoices and payments</li><li>Process sale and use/lease tax</li><li>Prepare budget entry in the online system</li><li>Service dispatch, billing, and collections. Provide customers with certificates of insurance</li><li>Order office supplies and equipmentMedical/Dental, 401k & time off</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role is $105,000-$110,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances. Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues. (40%)</li><li>Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements. (20%)</li><li>Prepare the monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for use in internal and external reporting. Assists in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with FP& A. (20%)</li><li>Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller's Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals. (10%)</li><li>Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP. (10%)</li></ul><p><strong>JOB SCOPE</strong></p><ul><li>Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.</li><li>Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</li><li>Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</li><li>Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.</li><li>Work output has considerable impact on the work of other financial functions, reporting and decision making processes. Impact on earnings focuses on appropriate utilization / development of resources.</li><li>Work with various parties, both within the Controller's Group as well as other areas of the company, to accomplish goals, resolve issues and enhance and improve processes. Contact with others requires tact and persuasiveness.</li><li>Work is varied and somewhat difficult in nature, but usually involves limited responsibility. Requires moderate exercise of judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to select the most appropriate course of action.</li><li>May participate in planning processes at project and departmental level.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $130,000-$135,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>This position requires the individual to have the ability to work effectively with external auditors, divisional business finance leaders and other functional members of the US Accounting COE team. </li><li>Review, process, gather, and compile accounting transactions and documents throughout the month for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with general accounting principles and established internal control policies and procedures. </li><li>Ensure 100% month-end close completeness each month for the revenue team. </li><li>Ensure complete reconciliation of balance sheet accounts while properly classifying revenue transactions for management reporting requirements. </li><li>Ensure financial integrity and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close processes. </li><li>Review journal entries and other month-end close tasks for the revenue accounting team. </li><li>Collaborate with other divisions and departments to accomplish goals and resolve issues. </li><li>Enhance and improve processes. This department is constantly looking to improve efficiency of processes and files. </li><li>Knowledgeable of external auditor requirements (e.g. PCAOB requirements, internal control documentation requirements)</li><li>Perform internal controls</li><li>Provide training and mentorship to other team members</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $150,000-$170,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with development and maintenance of critical global accounting policies and help define ongoing process for technical accounting research and global policy setting</li><li>Monitor, understand and identify potential impact of new accounting and SEC standards on financial statements and disclosures</li><li>Assist to develop, maintain, and ensure compliance with internal controls related to global accounting policies and new accounting and reporting guidance issued by the SEC</li><li>Work closely with external auditors on complex technical issues and new guidance implementation</li><li>Respond to complex, non-routine accounting inquiries related to topics such as revenue recognition, purchase accounting, acquisitions, derivatives, leases, debt and equity transactions, share-based compensation and other matters</li><li>Develop content and facilitate training sessions for relevant accounting topics</li><li>Support key customers, including Treasury, Legal, Tax, Investor Relations, FP& A and operational teams as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $90,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>· Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances.</p><p>· Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues.</p><p>· Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.</p><p>· Prepare the monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for use in internal and external reporting. Assists in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with FP& A.</p><p>· Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller’s Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals.</p><p>· Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>POSITION SCOPE </strong></p><p>· Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.</p><p>· Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</p><p>· Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</p><p>· Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.</p><p>· Work output has considerable impact on the work of other financial functions, reporting and decision making processes. Impact on earnings focuses on appropriate utilization / development of resources.</p><p>· Work with various parties, both within the Controller’s Group as well as other areas of the company, to accomplish goals, resolve issues and enhance and improve processes. Contact with others requires tact and persuasiveness.</p><p>· Work is varied and somewhat difficult in nature, but usually involves limited responsibility. Requires moderate exercise of judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to select the most appropriate course of action.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $145,000-$150,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this fully remote role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description Summary</strong></p><p>The Tax Manager should be adept at developing relationships with leaders from various business units and functions within the company and outside advisors in order to understand both current and proposed activities to ensure they are accurately reporting the tax effects of business initiatives in the financial statements. This position reports to the Senior Vice President, Tax.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage preparation and/or first review of quarterly and year-end tax provision calculations for financial statement reporting purposes.</li><li>Analyze and draft narratives explaining tax balance fluctuations that can be communicated for lender reporting purposes.</li><li>Manage tax planning initiatives and prepare research and computational analysis of tax reporting around domestic, state and international tax planning initiatives.</li><li>Work closely with outside advisors to ensure sharing of information to enable timely filing of federal income tax returns and to ensure efficient transition from financial statement reporting to tax return preparation.</li><li>Analyze, document and communicate issues around valuation allowances, FIN48 reserves, permanent reinvestment for APB23 purposes, and other tax provision matters.</li><li>Work with FP& A to help develop forecasts of future effective tax rates.</li><li>Work with finance team to understand book reporting of corporate acquisitions and various business initiatives and ensure appropriate tax treatment.</li><li>Manager tax controversy matters by collaborating with various tax jurisdictions to address issues if they arise.</li><li>Mentors and leads tax department members and teams with other department leaders to maximize employee engagement and provide opportunities for growth (as applicable).</li><li>Help create internal processes to ensure efficiencies.</li><li>Trains and Develops tax department members through coaching and supervision (as applicable).</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Newark Delaware client is looking to staff a Senior Accountant with strong SEC experience. This Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts, preparing and analyzing financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP or IFRS, reconcile accounts, ensure SOX compliance, assisting with budget analysis, overseeing the month-end and year-end close processes, supervising junior accounts and providing guidance on accounting principles, and support management with financial decision-making by providing data insights. The successful candidate for this role will have sharp analytical skills, excellent time management abilities, and strong written and verbal communication skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Overseeing the monthly financial statement close process for assigned business units or functional areas, ensuring the accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.</p><p>• Assisting in the preparation, review, and analysis of account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions.</p><p>• Ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.</p><p>• Assisting in the preparation of the monthly reporting packages, including comparative analysis of current and prior period actual results for internal and external reporting.</p><p>• Collaborating with internal and external auditors, Controller's Group, and Business Units to accomplish goals.</p><p>• Participating in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP, as needed.</p><p>• Working closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.</p><p>• Proactively addressing any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</p><p>• Participating in planning processes at project and departmental level.</p><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$110,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview </strong></p><p>The Individuals/Foundations Group provides accounting, tax compliance and planning, legal, trust administration, business management, financial management, treasury, insurance, and technology services to the enterprises of two wealthy families, including business entities, trusts, individuals and foundations. The Senior Accountant position reports to the Group Leader and Sr. Manager of the Individual/Foundation Group and provides a unique opportunity for a qualified candidate to leverage his or her accounting, financial analysis and project management within the group.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Duties & Responsibilities </strong></p><p>• Maintenance and review of general ledgers, including preparation of accounting entries for the day-to-day transactions and other activity.</p><p>• Preparation and review of electronic tax work papers and tax returns for individuals, foundations and partnerships, including analysis of tax issues.</p><p>• Preparation and review of financial analysis such as tax projections, cash flow and liquidity planning and budgets.</p><p>• Preparing and maintaining periodic reports, including personal financial statements for family members, private foundation financial reports, summaries of property expenses, valuable articles and insurance policies.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘The holidays are here!’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><p><em> This Accounting Supervisor role involves various general ledger and project tasks that focus on positively impacting our business while also creating an environment for accelerated learning and development. This role is a key contributor in the day-to-day and long-term strategic initiatives of the finance team. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Business analysis of operations to identify process improvements within the accounting team</li><li>General ledger accounting work as necessary (including journal entry preparation, reconciliations, monthly account analysis, etc.)</li><li>Oversight of outsourced multiple accountants and analysts in our shared service center</li><li>Project manage multiple key initiatives for the Accounting Manager including projects that report to senior management</li><li>Assisting in oversight of internal and external audits</li><li>Analyze monthly variances and communicate findings to key stakeholders</li><li>Support monthly forecasting process, and provide input to the team</li><li>Support and lead various processes related to the annual planning and budget cycles</li><li>Lead ad-hoc projects to support and drive the business</li><li>Support and lead a team of staff accountants on the General Ledger team</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$95,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Entity Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview </strong></p><p>The Entity Group provides accounting, tax, financial management, legal and transaction support services to numerous entities holding proprietary, private equity and venture capital investments across a wide variety of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, insurance, life sciences, hospitality, healthcare and services, among others. The Accountant position reports to the Managers in the Entity Group and provides a unique opportunity for a qualified candidate to leverage his or her accounting, financial analysis, project management, and leadership skills in the oversight of several entities within the group.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Duties & Responsibilities </strong></p><p>• Will be assigned to a slate of investment entities; responsible for all aspects of such entities’ accounting, tax, legal and financial management and analysis functions.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger accounting for assigned entities including preparing journal entries for investment activity, cash disbursements, cash receipts, payment of expenses and general ledger account reconciliations.</p><p>• Prepare the tax projections and tax return workpapers for assigned entities (partnerships and corporations) including identification and resolution of tax issues with managers, in consultation with in-house tax experts.</p><p>• Provide transaction support to the family investment organizations, including drafting board packages and preparing treasury entries upon closing.</p><p>• Interpret governing documents (e.g. operating agreements and by-laws) and apply the provisions of the governing documents to the management and accounting for an entity.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day business and accounting support to certain professional service providers such as budget and projection preparation, quarterly billing, processing reimbursable expenses, etc.</p><p>• Identify, develop and assist with the execution of improvements to internal processes.</p><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Analyst to join our team on a contract basis in the west suburbs of Illinois. In this role, you will play a key part in overseeing project cost analysis and planning, ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of various initiatives. This position requires a strong background in project cost accounting and financial analysis, along with the ability to collaborate across departments to meet organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Monitor and evaluate project costs and schedules to identify performance variances and ensure alignment with planned results.</p><p>• Assist in the development and maintenance of cost performance models to support accurate financial tracking.</p><p>• Create, update, and analyze weekly reports to provide clear insights into project progress and financial status.</p><p>• Ensure the accuracy of cost planning while identifying and mitigating potential risks.</p><p>• Prepare and coordinate timely management reports for both internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Implement and monitor scopes of work, including Work Breakdown Structures, to maintain project integrity.</p><p>• Develop and update dashboards to reflect current costs and provide detailed reporting for customers and internal teams.</p><p>• Maintain historical cost data for future impact analysis and decision-making purposes.</p><p>• Evaluate and recommend improvements to cost control and financial reporting processes.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring compliance with financial requirements.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000- $140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Position Summary</u></strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager manages most accounting activities, including P& L reviews, monthly close, integration and acquisition project work, and other management duties. This position leads significant business-facing matters including the reporting and driving of key performance metrics in finance and business case development. The Accounting Manager leads staff and seniors on the Finance Team. This position is a key contact with various other managers within the company’s shared service center.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Responsibilities May Include, But Not Limited To</strong></p><ul><li>Lead change management process for staff and seniors on the Finance team</li><li>Function as the key developer of talent for the team</li><li>Manage the monthly close process including preparation of financial statements, etc.</li><li>Lead business initiatives and strategies i.e., system rollouts, integration of new acquisitions, and process improvements</li><li>Manage the governance over key systems in SAP i.e., fixed assets, treasury, leases, and other general ledger systems</li><li>Partner with the Controls department to ensure effective internal controls</li><li>Manage the external audit process</li><li>Support auxiliary audits i.e., Sales & Use Tax, Accounts Receivable Securitization, etc.</li><li>Other projects or duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000- $140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Position Summary</u></strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager manages most accounting activities, including P& L reviews, monthly close, integration and acquisition project work, and other management duties. This position leads significant business-facing matters including the reporting and driving of key performance metrics in finance and business case development. The Accounting Manager leads staff and seniors on the Finance Team. This position is a key contact with various other managers within the company’s shared service center.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Responsibilities May Include, But Not Limited To</strong></p><ul><li>Lead change management process for staff and seniors on the Finance team</li><li>Function as the key developer of talent for the team</li><li>Manage the monthly close process including preparation of financial statements, etc.</li><li>Lead business initiatives and strategies i.e., system rollouts, integration of new acquisitions, and process improvements</li><li>Manage the governance over key systems in SAP i.e., fixed assets, treasury, leases, and other general ledger systems</li><li>Partner with the Controls department to ensure effective internal controls</li><li>Manage the external audit process</li><li>Support auxiliary audits i.e., Sales & Use Tax, Accounts Receivable Securitization, etc.</li><li>Other projects or duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Communications and Design Coordinator to join a detail-oriented services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers a unique blend of internal communications, design, and event coordination, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in creating engaging content, supporting events, and ensuring that communication strategies are effectively implemented.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and manage internal communication materials across various platforms, ensuring that all messaging aligns with brand standards and engages the intended audience.<br>• Design and refine PowerPoint presentations, newsletters, intranet posts, and printed materials to support internal teams and leadership.<br>• Assist in planning and executing membership events and conferences, including creating marketing campaigns, printed collateral, and presentation materials.<br>• Work closely with stakeholders to craft compelling copy and visuals that bring ideas to life and meet organizational goals.<br>• Provide backup support for high-priority design projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.<br>• Maintain internal systems and platforms, contributing to communication plans for strategic initiatives.<br>• Coordinate the creation of event-related materials, providing on-site support when needed to ensure smooth execution.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance communication strategies and ensure consistency across all channels.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $140,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Develop the annual IT audit plan, including the annual risk assessment, in collaboration with Internal Audit leadership</li><li>Assess, manage and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity</li><li>Manage a portfolio of assigned audits and related activities, including staffing, scheduling, and coordination with the client to ensure the timely completion of the plan.</li><li>Oversee IT audits, including cybersecurity, cloud, system access controls, system implementation life cycle, and data governance</li><li>Develop audit programs and testing procedures in accordance with widely accepted IT auditing and cybersecurity standards (e.g., COBIT, NIST, CIS, CSA)</li><li>Manage and monitor the progress of the audit engagement, prioritize the workload of the audit team, and identify and escalate to the Director of Internal Audit any necessary changes to the audit as the engagement progresses</li><li>Draft complete audit reports with minimal oversight that clearly and concisely describe issues identified during the audit engagement</li><li>Ensure audit engagement quality, including adherence to Global IIA Standards and Internal Audit Department policies and standards</li><li>Deliver reviews and projects on time, within agreed budget, and in accordance with IIA Standards</li><li>Drive cross-functional assurance and compliance initiatives (such as risk assessments, monitoring approach, etc.) with other functions</li><li>Manage audits with a collaborative tone ensuring a constructive environment is maintained between the audit team and the audit client</li><li>Establish and communicate recommendations to mitigate current and emerging internal and external risks, ensuring appropriate escalation and reporting of issues impacting operations to address strategic, business and compliance objectives</li><li>Build successful relationships with client management to provide value-added consultation to influence and strengthen operational efficiencies and effectiveness, promote appropriate risk management awareness and mitigation, and provide opportunities for cost savings, and standardization and globalization of processes</li><li>Coach and manage junior staff effectively on assigned audits and projects</li><li>Contribute to the positive and team-oriented culture by maintaining cooperative relationships (assisting other project teams when necessary), facilitating the resolution of conflicts, sharing information, and accepting and providing feedback</li><li>Manage special projects as requested by management</li><li>Leverage data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness and provide insights into operational risks and efficiency opportunities</li><li>Assist the Director of Internal Audit in developing key risk indicators (KRIs) to monitor financial, operational, and IT risks.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $145,000-$150,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new SEC Reporting Manager. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>- Supervise key aspects of the SEC and FERC reporting process, including drafting disclosures, processing changes, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the document, maintaining quarterly list of disclosure items and coordinating with the printer.</p><p>- Interact with Business Units, Controller's Group, Investor Relations, Treasury, internal and external legal counsel, and the internal and external auditors to accomplish goals and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of information exchange.</p><p>- Research and appropriately apply new accounting pronouncements; benchmark SEC filings from other companies.</p><p>- Complete key financial and disclosure controls to ensure a strong control environment.</p><p>- Assist as appropriate in the supervision of staff accountants, including the review of information prepared to ensure completion of tie-out binders, checklists, etc.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $145,000-$150,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new SEC Reporting Manager. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>- Supervise key aspects of the SEC and FERC reporting process, including drafting disclosures, processing changes, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the document, maintaining quarterly list of disclosure items and coordinating with the printer.</p><p>- Interact with Business Units, Controller's Group, Investor Relations, Treasury, internal and external legal counsel, and the internal and external auditors to accomplish goals and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of information exchange.</p><p>- Research and appropriately apply new accounting pronouncements; benchmark SEC filings from other companies.</p><p>- Complete key financial and disclosure controls to ensure a strong control environment.</p><p>- Assist as appropriate in the supervision of staff accountants, including the review of information prepared to ensure completion of tie-out binders, checklists, etc.</p>
