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207 results for Staff Accountant in Berkeley, IL

Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <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>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 Senior 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><u>Job Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Participate in global and segment-level finance groups to complete project</li><li>Perform ad hoc value-added analyses, and provide forward-looking insight and decision support</li><li>Compile and analyze the monthly, quarterly and year-end consolidated reporting packages and supporting schedules for senior leadership</li><li>Review and consolidate monthly P&amp;L variance commentary to provide enhanced management reporting that includes meaningful and actionable insights</li><li>Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to measure progress of Company against stated short-term and long-term goals</li><li>Help establish a reporting rhythm with Segment leaders in an effort to strengthen our ability to track and monitor updates to quarterly performance expectations</li><li>Contribute to the preparation of presentation materials for the Board of Directors and executive leadership</li><li>Play a key role in the development of the quarterly Operating Reviews to Global CFO, including enhancement of reporting through development of metrics that will provide management with internal and external drivers impacting financial and operational performance</li><li>Participate in the development and distribution of best practices, process documentation, and user support materials for data management tools</li><li>Demonstrate high level of customer service with business leadership and finance team</li><li>Collaborate with team to share and improve technical skills</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <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 &amp; 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>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 10000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 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><strong>Job Requirements:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Review and approval of offshore accounting staff prepared journal entries</li><li>Review and approval of related account reconciliations prepared by offshore accounting staff; drive timely resolution of reconciling items</li><li>Preparation of technically complex financial models, journal entries, public disclosures</li><li>Participant in work groups related to technological transformations including but not limited to underlying technological delivery platforms, CRM, and business intelligence toolsets</li><li>Ownership of the Current Expected Credit Loss reserve (CECL), including special reserves</li><li>Identify and execute opportunities to streamline and automate analytics, insights, and business processes relevant to revenue recognition and related financial reporting, including leveraging of artificial intelligence</li><li>Supports technical accounting revenue interpretations of sales contracts, emerging products, and revenue sharing arrangements</li><li>Integration partner for revenue recognition and financial reporting on new business acquisitions, including related accounting chartfield design</li><li>Supports external and internal audit including scoping work, internal controls testing, reviewing supporting documentation, responding to auditor inquiries</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 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>Fast-Track Career Advancement Opportunity (This position is expected to advance quickly within the company over the next few months.)</p><p><br></p><p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in the CPA industry. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the Sr. Accountant will join our team and play a key role in our operations. This role focuses on a range of accounting duties, from maintaining accurate customer records to processing applications and monitoring accounts.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Undertake account and balance sheet reconciliations</p><p>• Process bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy</p><p>• Maintain and update the general ledger periodically</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries as per business requirements</p><p>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis</p><p>• Handle the month-end close process efficiently</p><p>• Utilize NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP for various accounting tasks.</p>
  • 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 92000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $92,000-$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>Work from home options, generous vacation days every year, top tier benefits, competitive pay rates and VERY lucrative bonuses. If that sounds like something you want, keep reading.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Responsible for month-end closing procedures including bank reconciliations, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger analysis</li><li>Recording daily client transactions in Yardi and NetSuite software</li><li>Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Researching and implementing solutions for accounting discrepancies</li><li>Assist Controller with quarterly budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Contribute to other projects as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <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>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>The Position: </strong></p><ul><li>Point of contact for several of the company&#39;s registered and private funds in United States, Canada, Ireland, and Luxembourg, crossing many different fund types and jurisdictions. This role will work with the senior members of the fund administration team as well as own relationships with funds’ third- party administrators and key vendors. Preparation, review and understanding impactful issues regarding fund reporting, including net asset valuation calculations, security valuation, fund budgets &amp; expense analysis is key to this role.</li><li>Key support contact for our fund board members. Partner with each fund’s third- party administrators and external auditors to prepare and issue the funds’ financial statements and other regulatory filings, presenting issues to fund board members for review and approval.</li><li>Coordinate effectively with teams across the firm in sales, client service, legal, operations, and corporate finance regarding all fund-related items, including overall fund operating procedures, client inquiries, product development, management and performance fee calculations, legal document review, and revenue and expense projections.</li><li>Construct analyses regarding product development, and new initiatives, for senior management review, exercising sound business judgement and understanding of our products.</li><li>Assist portfolio management teams regarding ad hoc portfolio reporting requests or investor related questions.</li><li>Work effectively with all members of the fund administration team across all products to ensure consistency of reporting and processes and assist the team on projects on projects related to all funds in scope, include private hedge funds, US Registered funds, Irish UCITS, Canadian funds and Luxembourg funds as needed. </li><li>Utilize Advent Geneva portfolio accounting system to manage monthly performance reporting process </li><li>Consistently review the functions’ processes to ensure efficiencies and highlight opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Partner with each fund’s third- party tax preparers to generate investor tax deliverables, answering any investor driven questions related to them.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 83000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary for this position is $75,000 to $83,000 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><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage all subsidiary accounting, including intercompany transactions and consolidation for subsidiaries and providing subsidiary financial statements and assisting with consolidated reporting.</li><li>Review reconciliations, journal entries, and schedules prepared by staff accountants, ensuring compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Review and approve Accounts Payable, ensuring compliance with internal policies.</li><li>Ownership of program accounting, including tracking and reporting program-related revenues and expenses.</li><li>Works across department lines to ensure program grants are recorded and drawn down in accordance with grant agreement and budget guidelines.</li><li>Performs journal entries and account reconciliations for complex accounting transactions, such as loan loss reserves estimates. </li><li>Assist CFO and/or Director of Accounting with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and schedules.</li><li>Research new company changes or ventures and how they will be impacted by GAAP.</li><li>Gathers necessary account information and documents needed to perform annual audits, and assists external auditors.</li><li>Maintains knowledge of generally acceptable accounting practices and procedures.</li><li>Complete other tasks as required.</li></ul>
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 105000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $105,000-$120,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The role focuses on management information, planning and financial reporting, working across the whole finance team and supporting both the London and US teams. Priorities will shift with the needs of the business, offering a varied and evolving workload.</p><p> </p><p>Few roles offer the chance to see an insurer’s finance function built from the ground up. This one will suit an accountant who wants the full picture rather than one corner of it, and who is at their best when learning something new.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><ul><li>Prepare management information and reporting for the senior team and the Board</li><li>Support the annual planning process, building and maintaining planning, forecasting and scenario models covering P&amp;L, balance sheet and cash flow</li><li>Develop expense, premium and cash flow tracking and reporting as the business grows</li><li>Prepare analysis and commentary on business performance</li><li>Support the preparation of group and entity reporting under US GAAP and local GAAP, including consolidation and intercompany accounting</li><li>Assist with US statutory reporting for the US insurance entity</li><li>Support the month-end close, including journals, accruals and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Support year-end audits and the preparation of statutory accounts for group entities</li><li>Contribute to the documentation of accounting policies, processes and controls</li><li>Act as the day-to-day point of contact between the finance team and the outsourced accounting provider</li><li>Review the work delivered, ensuring the ledger is accurate, complete and up to date</li><li>Help define and refine the processes between the company and the provider as transaction volumes grow</li><li>Work with the Finance Systems Lead to design, build and test finance processes and systems</li><li>Identify opportunities to simplify and automate processes</li><li>Contribute to projects as the business grows, including new systems, entities and markets</li><li>Support the wider finance team at peak periods, including tax and finance operations</li></ul><p><strong><u> </u></strong></p>
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 95000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $95,000-$100,000, 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>Spring is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy it? You don&#39;t have to be a &#39;people person&#39; to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Purpose: </strong>The Broker-Dealer Regulatory Reporter is responsible for compiling, analyzing, and submitting accurate regulatory reports to relevant agencies, including the SEC, FINRA and CME, ensuring the brokerage firm adheres to all securities trading regulations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Data Collection and Analysis:</strong> Gather trade data from internal systems, analyze trading activity to identify potential compliance concerns related to market manipulation, insider trading, best execution, and other regulatory requirements. </li><li><strong>Report Generation:</strong> Prepare and submit various regulatory reports including daily, weekly, and monthly reports such as CFTC FORM 1-FR, FINRA FOCUS, and other required filings based on specific regulatory guidelines. </li><li><strong>Compliance Monitoring:</strong> Monitor trading activity for potential violations of regulatory rules and internal policies, escalating issues to compliance officers when necessary. </li><li><strong>Regulatory Updates:</strong> Stay informed about changes in securities regulations and industry best practices, updating reporting procedures accordingly. </li><li><strong>Data Validation:</strong> Perform quality checks on data accuracy to ensure the integrity of regulatory reports. </li><li><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Work with various departments including accounting, trading, compliance, operations, and legal to gather information and address regulatory concerns. </li><li><strong>Audit Support:</strong> Assist internal and external auditors with regulatory reporting related inquiries. </li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Calumet City, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accountant to join a client of ours. This role supports core government accounting operations, contributes to the annual budget and audit process, and helps maintain accurate financial reporting across multiple functions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, departments, and the public in a detail-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Collaborate with finance leadership in preparing and coordinating the organization’s annual operating budget.</li><li>Compile, review, and organize financial schedules and supporting documentation for the annual external audit.</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Review general ledger activity and analyze financial information for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.</li><li>Support accounting operations across multiple functional areas, which may include accounts payable, payroll, cash receipts, general ledger maintenance, and utility billing.</li><li>Develop a working understanding of the organization’s financial software and related transaction-processing workflows.</li><li>Provide day-to-day direction and support to designated finance staff, with an emphasis on accounts payable and cash receipt activities.</li><li>Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting procedures, improve workflow efficiency, and enhance internal controls.</li><li>Contribute to effective financial planning, responsible resource management, and compliance with established policies and procedures.</li><li>Maintain clear communication regarding assignments, progress, issues, and deadlines.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments and with external partners to support accurate and timely financial operations.</li><li>Participate in knowledge sharing, cross-training, and professional development activities that strengthen departmental effectiveness.</li><li>Uphold high standards of professionalism, ethical conduct, accountability, and service in performing assigned duties.</li><li>Carry out additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and objectives of the position.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
  • 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Consultants</strong> with Staff Accountant experience to join our growing consulting practice in Chicago. This opportunity is ideal for accounting professionals who enjoy working in dynamic environments, gaining exposure to different industries, and supporting organizations with their accounting and financial operations.</p><p>As an Accounting Consultant, you will work on a variety of client engagements, assisting with day-to-day accounting responsibilities, month-end close, financial reporting, and process improvements.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries, maintain general ledger accounts, and assist with month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Perform balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and account analysis to ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Assist in preparing financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other general accounting functions as needed.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to support audits, special projects, and other client initiatives.</li><li>Adapt to different accounting systems, business environments, and client needs across multiple engagements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why Join Our Consulting Practice?</p><ul><li><strong>Competitive salary:</strong> $60,000 – $80,000 annually.</li><li>Opportunity to gain experience across multiple industries and accounting environments.</li><li>Exposure to different ERP systems, accounting processes, and financial operations.</li><li>Ability to expand your technical accounting skills and professional network.</li><li>Variety of challenging assignments that support long-term career development.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 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 sweater weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><p>•      Prepares and reviews federal and state tax filings for partnerships, corporations, and individuals </p><p>•      Provides the first-level review of workpapers with the opportunity to consider and identify key tax issues that have not been identified by other DFMC teams </p><p>•      Performs research and analysis of critical tax issues and summarizes findings for the Tax Group </p><p>•      Utilizes technical expertise gained through tax research and analysis to recommend tax treatment for tax issues that arise during discussions with the Tax Group and other DFMC teams </p><p>•      Prepares and reviews foreign filings (Forms 5471, 8865, 926, FBAR), tracks foreign filings, and documents analysis to support positions taken for foreign filings </p><p>•      Interacts with portfolio companies to assist with tax planning, structuring and administration. </p><p>•      Collaborates with other DFMC groups and develops relationships that are crucial to the success of DFMC’s tax compliance season each year<strong> </strong></p><p>•      Educates other DFMC teams through trainings as new tax reform topics and other tax issues become relevant </p><p>•      Collaborates with the IT team to produce and implement new technology and procedures that will increase efficiency in the tax return preparation process  </p><p>•      Reviews notice response packages to send to various taxing authorities and assists with any federal, state and local tax audits  </p>
  • 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 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>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>The focus of this position will be on the delivery of financial services to a set of individual clients through accounting, operational activities, and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage the personal accounting for a variety of the company’s clients, both individuals and trusts. This includes preparing journal entries and finalizing personal financial statements on a monthly basis. This also includes completing a quarterly reporting package with detailed financial analyses, for example, budget vs. actual spending summaries.</li><li>Within twelve months, recommend a new personal financial report, analysis, or graphic to be included with the quarterly reporting package for the individual or trust clients which you manage.</li><li>Manage the annual financial reporting, administration of grants, and recording of documentation for a private foundation. This includes preparation of federal and state tax filings and calculation of the required minimum charitable distributions.</li><li>Within six months, assume responsibility for the company’s cash management activities. This includes initiating weekly cash transfers on behalf of our business entities and individual clients, reviewing individual investor accounts for liquidity limitations, and coordinating monthly income distributions to individual clients.</li><li>Gather and organize all annual tax information necessary for the preparation of income tax filings for our clients.</li><li>Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments for individuals and trusts.</li><li>Prepare annual extension estimates of taxable income from underlying investments.</li><li>Participate in recurring calls with external service providers (public accounting firms).</li><li>Manage the tax compliance calendar and track the ongoing progress of annual tax returns for all entities.</li><li>Prepare tax returns to be reviewed and signed by the CFO (Individual x1, Trust x1, and a Private Foundation x1). Review tax returns prepared by external service providers (Corporations x2, Partnership x8, Individuals x4, and Trusts x27).</li><li>Work closely with CFO and President in any tax planning/modeling on behalf of our clients (e.g., estate planning, charitable tax planning, etc.)</li><li>Coordinate real estate tax payments, required annual state filings for LLCs, and draft responses to federal and state income tax notices, as needed.</li><li>Within six months, manage the annual calculation of after-tax investment returns for each of our underlying partnership investments (excluding private equity).</li><li>Complete a variety of ad hoc projects working directly with the company’s President, CFO, Client Service Manager, or other team members on an as needed basis. This might include projects related to Corporate and Partnership Accounting, Private Equity &amp; Compliance, Payroll, Administration, Debt and Liquidity Planning, or other analyses requested by the company’s clients.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 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 sweater weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description: </u></strong></p><p>The Tax Group provides accounting, tax, financial management, legal and transaction support services to numerous individuals, trusts and 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 Senior Accountant position reports to the Managers in the Tax Group and provides a unique opportunity to develop and grow as a tax professional in a nurturing environment.       </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Duties &amp; Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>•      Prepares and reviews federal and state tax filings for partnerships, corporations, and individuals</p><p>•      Provides the first-level review of workpapers with the opportunity to consider and identify key tax issues that have not been identified by other teams</p><p>•      Performs research and analysis of critical tax issues and summarizes findings for the Tax Group</p><p>•      Utilizes technical expertise gained through tax research and analysis to recommend tax treatment for tax issues that arise during discussions with the Tax Group and other teams</p><p>•      Prepares and reviews foreign filings (Forms 5471, 8865, 926, FBAR), tracks foreign filings, and documents analysis to support positions taken for foreign filings</p><p>•      Interacts with portfolio companies to assist with tax planning, structuring and administration.</p><p>•      Collaborates with other groups and develops relationships that are crucial to the success of tax compliance season each year<strong> </strong></p><p>•      Educates other teams through trainings as new tax reform topics and other tax issues become relevant</p><p>•      Collaborates with the IT team to produce and implement new technology and procedures that will increase efficiency in the tax return preparation process  </p><p>•      Reviews notice response packages to send to various taxing authorities and assists with any federal, state and local tax audits </p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 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><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Set up and maintain tax workpapers and permanent files.</li><li>Prepare and review partnership, individual, fiduciary and information tax returns.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post period end, standard and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with analysis of general ledger accounts for 140-plus flow-through entities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of periodic investment activity reports.</li><li>Update bank activity for multiple accounts and report weekly.</li><li>Back-up for accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.</li><li>Maintain intercompany due to/from schedules.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and related journal entries.</li><li>Set up business and tax accounts with various governmental entities.</li><li>Project work as required.</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Project Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000-$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>We are offering an exciting opportunity in CHICAGO, Illinois, for a Project Accountant to join our team. This role is vital within our organization, focused on maintaining and reconciling accounting records, managing both Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), and ensuring the accurate completion of month-end close procedures.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Overseeing the accurate and timely processing of AP and AR</p><p>• Conducting regular bank reconciliations to maintain financial integrity</p><p>• Ensuring all general ledger entries are accurate and up-to-date</p><p>• Completing month-end close procedures in an organized and timely manner</p><p>• Leveraging accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP to streamline processes</p><p>• Regularly reviewing and updating customer credit records</p><p>• Addressing and resolving customer inquiries and concerns related to their accounts</p><p>• Monitoring customer accounts and initiating appropriate actions when necessary</p><p>• Managing and maintaining accurate customer records</p><p>• Processing customer credit applications efficiently and accurately.</p>
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
Project Accountant
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 40 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Project Accountant to join a hybrid team in Arlington Heights, Illinois. This position plays a key role in overseeing project-based financial activity, from contract setup through billing, collections, payables, and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of project accounting in a civil engineering environment and can ensure work is completed accurately, on schedule, and in alignment with client agreements and regulatory requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create and issue client invoices that reflect contract terms, customer billing guidelines, and internal accounting standards.</p><p>• Establish new projects in the accounting system and keep budgets, billing information, and contract-related records current throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>• Monitor project financial activity by maintaining billing records, supporting revenue recognition, and assisting with reconciliations and reporting analysis.</p><p>• Review and process invoices from subconsultants, organize supporting documentation, assist with vendor onboarding, and track insurance and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day accounts receivable and accounts payable functions tied to project operations.</p><p>• Partner with project managers and internal teams to provide guidance on billing, project financials, and related accounting questions.</p><p>• Support the Controller with additional accounting assignments, ad hoc analysis, and special projects as needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $90,000-$95,000 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>You don&#39;t have to be a &#39;people person&#39; to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p>·      Perform monthly close activities including but not limited to:</p><p>·      Prepare monthly financial reporting package to executive management</p><p>·      Work directly with the shared service center to manage and coordinate corporate month end close</p><p>·      Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and account recs for the corporate general ledger</p><p>·      Field questions/support business unit finance leads with close and consolidation questions</p><p>·      Accounting and disclosure responsibility for and/or involvement in the following areas:</p><p>·      Share-based compensation</p><p>·      Derivatives and hedging (Fx and interest rate swaps)</p><p>·      LIFO inventory</p><p>·      Self-insurance reserves</p><p>·      Debt covenant calculations</p><p>·      Pension</p><p>·      Goodwill and intangible asset impairment analysis</p><p>·      Acquisition accounting</p><p>·      Maintain and update the company’s accounting policies specific to the above areas</p><p>·      Assist in coordinating and developing training materials for quarterly global accounting and finance updates</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 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><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate month, quarter, and year end reporting activities for timely and accurate reporting</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Be a primary owner of company’s Lease Accounting and Fixed Asset processes which requires collaboration among the global businesses</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting issues</li><li>Review overall results, including performing analytics, and ensure OneStream reporting is performed timely and accurately</li><li>Ensure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they are in accordance with US GAAP and company standards.</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audit requests, and lead efforts to remediate audit and control findings.</li><li>Lead efforts to develop standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting procedures for the team</li><li>Share best practices in accounting practices with other leaders in the Accounting CoE and implement them within the team.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead the team in implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness across the close and reporting processes.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations.</li><li>Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Accounting Manager. <strong><u> </u></strong></li></ul>
  • 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
Senior Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to support a mission-driven non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist who can maintain accurate financial records, manage critical close activities, and contribute to reliable reporting. The role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where precision, accountability, and strong reconciliation skills are essential.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly close activities by preparing schedules, reviewing balances, and helping ensure financial results are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger through careful review of account activity and timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate support, ensuring transactions are recorded in accordance with accounting standards and organizational policies.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations to verify balances, investigate variances, and correct issues as needed.<br>• Complete bank reconciliations on a regular basis and follow up on outstanding items to keep cash records accurate.<br>• Assist with financial reporting by organizing accounting data and supporting the preparation of internal reporting packages.<br>• Partner with finance team members and stakeholders to improve the accuracy and consistency of accounting processes.<br>• Support audit readiness by maintaining clear documentation and ensuring reconciliations and entries are properly substantiated.
  • 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
Property Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000-$100,000 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>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Property Accountant. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:</strong></p><ul><li>Responsible for month-end, quarter end and year-end close activities from balance sheet and cash account reconciliations</li><li>Manage and accounts payable and receivable activities for assigned portfolio</li><li>Produce and manage variance reports</li><li>Reconcile monthly bank statements</li><li>Manage debt and debt payments</li><li>Prepare and review properly documented journal entries.</li><li>Assist with Budgets and Forecasts as needed, working with asset management and Finance leadership.</li><li>Assist with the calculation of fees (i.e. Management and Acquisition) as needed. Identify and implement process re-engineering opportunities.</li><li>Record cash receipts, receivables and other journal entries as appropriate.</li><li>Special projects and other functions as required by manager or client.</li><li>Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual property reporting accurately and on time.</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
Property Accountant
  • Northbrook, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Property Accountant to support a commercial real estate portfolio. This is a Contract position suited for an accounting specialist with hands-on experience managing full-cycle property accounting in a private property management environment. The role begins onsite for training and may transition to a hybrid schedule based on business needs and individual circumstances. The ideal candidate brings strong systems knowledge, including Yardi, and a solid background in maintaining accurate financial records across a large portfolio.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage complete property accounting activities for a commercial real estate portfolio, including monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions to ensure timely and accurate processing.</p><p>• Maintain general ledger accuracy through proper account coding, accruals, and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Produce property-level financial statements and assist with variance analysis for management review.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Partner with property management teams to support budgeting, tenant activity, and ongoing financial operations across the portfolio.</p><p>• Utilize Yardi and other accounting platforms to enter, track, and report financial data effectively.</p><p>• Support audit preparation by organizing records, responding to requests, and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices.</p>
  • 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
Property Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 29.2885 - 33.913 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Accountant to support a growing real estate portfolio. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can manage competing priorities, maintain accuracy across high-volume transactions, and work independently while collaborating closely with the Comptroller and Asset Management team. The role focuses heavily on accounts payable activity while also supporting revenue posting, cash activity, and month-end accounting for multiple properties.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of monthly disbursements, including vendor payments, utility invoices, and recurring property-related checks across a large residential portfolio.<br>• Maintain accurate rent roll activity and support financial administration for approximately 400 units, ensuring transactions are recorded completely and on time.<br>• Post revenue and cash receipts for owned properties and assist with co-payment and related income activity for additional sites.<br>• Communicate with property partners and other external contacts to address payment questions, resolve account issues, and keep records current.<br>• Assist with month-end close by preparing entries, reviewing accrual-based activity, and reconciling general ledger balances tied to property operations.<br>• Partner regularly with the Asset Management department and the Comptroller to provide financial information and support ongoing property performance tracking.<br>• Use Yardi and advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables, to analyze data, organize reporting, and improve day-to-day accounting accuracy.<br>• Manage a varied workload with strong attention to detail, prioritizing deadlines effectively while identifying and correcting discrepancies independently.
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
Senior Tax Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$125,000 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>Time to fall into a job that role you&#39;ve always dreamed of.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>Successful candidates will be proactive, detail-oriented, collaborative, and capable of clearly communicating tax concepts. They should demonstrate strong analytical abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.</p><ul><li>Partner closely with Finance, Legal, and Operations at the company, and each vertical, to streamline cross-functional workflows.</li><li>Review federal and state income tax returns, K-1s, extensions, quarterly payments, and taxable income estimates.</li><li>Support growing verticals by coordinating nexus assessments and state/local registrations (DOR, sales/use, withholding/payroll, city/local as applicable) and build a complete compliance calendar to support the tax function.</li><li>Coordinating across various verticals and business units to ensure accurate and timely reporting and compliance.</li><li>Lead targeted multi-state sales &amp; use tax research to confirm taxability and rates by jurisdiction; maintain a concise taxability matrix, and coordinate with Finance to keep exemption certificates current.</li><li>Assist in tax registrations, state filings, and obtaining necessary tax clearances for multiple entities.</li><li>Handle federal and state tax notices, including research, response drafting, and timely resolution.</li><li>Draft and review tax workpapers and documentation supporting compliance filings and audits.</li><li>Provide support on various consulting projects, including state tax research, property tax assessments, and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including coordination with external advisors and addressing investor tax-related inquiries.</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of processes to enhance compliance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Monitor legislative and regulatory developments to ensure timely compliance with state and federal tax requirements.</li><li>Support diligence processes related to acquisitions and transaction tax matters.</li><li>Manage administrative tasks within the tax function, contributing to the efficiency of internal processes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Senior Tax Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$135,000 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&#39;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 Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Calculate and report Section 1256 gains and losses, including mixed straddle adjustments and mark-to-market entries under Section 475(f).</li><li>Manage and reconcile tax treatment of short-term and long-term capital gains across multiple trading strategies and instruments.</li><li>Prepare and review Schedule K-1s for complex partnership structures, ensuring accurate allocations of income, deductions, and partner capital.</li><li>Perform detailed analysis of investment portfolios for tax characterization and compliance with IRS regulations.</li><li>Monitor tax law changes related to financial instruments and trading activity; provide guidance on implications for clients or firm entities.</li><li>Assist in tax planning, compliance, and strategy implementation for entities making Section 475(f) elections.</li><li>Review and document tax positions, supporting workpapers, and research memos.</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
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