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213 results for Accountant in Chicago, IL

Accountant - Entry Level
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 26.60 - 30.80 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Des Plaines, Illinois. This is a Contract-to-long-term position that offers an excellent opportunity to grow your accounting skills while contributing to a dynamic organization. The role begins onsite and may transition to a hybrid or fully remote arrangement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable (AP) transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Handle account reconciliations to verify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Assist with accounts receivable (AR) tasks, including invoicing and payment tracking.</p><p>• Record and review accounting entries to ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Peachtree for various tasks.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and statements under supervision.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to support general ledger (GL) maintenance.</p><p>• Conduct intermediate-level Excel tasks, including creating pivot tables and formulas.</p><p>• Support the controller and team with additional accounting duties as assigned.</p>
  • 2025-10-09T20:58:56Z
Accountant - Tax
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Tax 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>The Accountant position reports to the Accounting Manager of the Individual/Foundation Group and works well with all of the other professional service providers.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>• Maintenance of general ledgers, including preparation of accounting entries for the day to day transactions and other activity.</p><p>• Preparation of electronic tax work papers and tax returns for individuals, foundations and partnerships, including analysis of tax issues.</p><p>• Preparation 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> </p>
  • 2025-10-09T15:58:47Z
Senior Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 128000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-25T21:09:12Z
Staff Accountant
  • St Charles, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in St. Charles, Illinois. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and a solid background in accounting principles.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes efficiently to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Manage and maintain the general ledger to reflect all financial transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Assist in month-end closing activities, ensuring all tasks are completed on time.</p><p>• Analyze financial data to support decision-making and maintain financial integrity.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting operations and processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>- Medical</p><p>- Dental</p><p>- Vision</p><p>- STL</p><p>- LTD</p><p>- 401k</p><p>Salary</p><p>90k</p>
  • 2025-09-25T20:54:34Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 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 Staff 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>The accounting team has been instrumental in building new reporting, process improvement, launching new initiatives and supporting our increasing employee base. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in the financial close process and will be responsible for preparing accounting journals, reviewing and entering client invoices, preparing allocation files, and performing month-end balance sheet account reconciliations. The Staff Accountant should have relevant professional experience, be entrepreneurial, poised, and able to communicate with junior and senior executives both inside as well as outside the firm. This position will report to the Accounting Manager.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Support the accounting department through direct coordination with other Staff Accountants, the Accounting Manager, and the Controller</li><li>Prepare journals (prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, revenue recognition, etc.) and balance sheet reconciliations as part of the month-end and quarter-end close processes</li><li>Assist the A/R Coordinator with preparation of client and intercompany invoices when needed</li><li>Assist with the accounts payable process by preparing and importing allocation files into our accounting system, NetSuite</li><li>Reconcile daily bank activity and perform broader bank reconciliations during month-end close</li><li>Assist with the year-end audit and budgeting processes</li><li>Document relevant US processes and procedures and update current documentation, as needed</li><li>Assist with special projects and provide support to other positions in the department, as needed</li></ul><p> <em>To apply to this hybrid position, please email [email protected]</em></p>
  • 2025-10-03T16:18:50Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role is integral to ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial operations. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and have a passion for maintaining organized financial records, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and classify financial transactions using QuickBooks to ensure accurate bookkeeping.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable processes, including reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and maintaining vendor records.</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable tasks such as generating invoices, recording payments, and following up on outstanding balances.</p><p>• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank and credit card statements to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain comprehensive and organized financial documentation for internal and external use.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports for internal review and decision-making.</p><p>• Apply cost allocation methods and manage grant-related financial activities with precision.</p><p>• Utilize Excel or Google Sheets for data analysis and reporting tasks.</p><p>• Collaborate effectively within a small team environment to support organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary: 70,000 - 80,000</p><p>Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision</p>
  • 2025-09-24T19:49:43Z
Staff Accountant
  • Midlothian, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Midlothian, Illinois. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial records, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and supporting the organization’s overall accounting operations. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong understanding of accounting principles.</p><p><br></p><p>SALARY: $90k - $130k</p><p><strong>Benefits: MED, VISION, DENTAL, 401k</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file corporate tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.</p><p>• Manage sales tax filings and resolve any related discrepancies.</p><p>• Record and reconcile journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Oversee the general ledger to ensure proper account balances and classifications.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to gather necessary financial data for reporting purposes.</p><p>• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely reporting.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze financial transactions to maintain accuracy and integrity.</p><p>• Provide support for audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvements within accounting operations.</p>
  • 2025-09-25T20:43:47Z
Project Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 95000.00 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>
  • 2025-09-30T16:04:29Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 110000.00 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>Accountabilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead co-investment processes, including equity earnings and cash forecasting, ensuring resulting information is timely, complete and accurate.</li><li>Maintain accounting and financial records, including general ledger activity.</li><li>Serve as main liaison with the company to provide timely co-investment reporting, including cash forecasts, board books, and investor specific requests.</li><li>Complete monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including the year-end audit and any tax requirements, for the company.</li><li>Maintain intensive cash process for the company to distribute funds timely to the company investor</li><li>Investor specific reports to the company investors as directed</li><li>Develop, document and maintain effective internal controls, policies and procedures over co-investment</li><li>Take initiative in identifying problems and providing suggested solutions</li><li>Assist with various special projects as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-10T19:34:13Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 145000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $150,000 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><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage corporate month end close procedures with the global finance team.</li><li>Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of global finance and general ledger reporting structure.</li><li>Assist with quarterly and annual external reporting requirements</li><li>Support implementation of new accounting standards and maintain accounting policies</li><li>Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual external reporting requirements.</li><li>Assist with implementing new accounting standards and documentation of accounting policies.</li><li>Lead the process of communicating with the external audit team.</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of accounting staff</li><li>Participate in cross-functional initiatives and process improvement efforts</li><li>Assists finance managers regarding financial results and special reporting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-29T16:19:04Z
Senior Accountant – SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary for this position is up to $115,000 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><p>The Senior Accountant, SEC & Financial Reporting will play a key role in both external and internal management reporting. This individual will work closely with their managers, as well as financial planning and analysis, treasury, tax, regional finance teams and the corporate accounting to consolidate the Company’s results. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for the preparation of the Company’s disclosures included in its 10-Q and 10-K as well as have primary responsibility to prepare reporting to government agencies and standalone entity audits. A successful candidate for this role will be strong in both technical accounting as well as analytical skills.</p><ul><li>Preparation of consolidated balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows and footnotes in accordance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements</li><li>Prepare consolidation and intercompany elimination entries</li><li>Coordinate monthly internal reporting and analysis package, including working with the business unit finance teams to streamline process and improve content </li><li>Prepare support to be provided to external auditors </li><li>Prepare separate entity external audited financial statements and footnotes</li><li>Assist with the optimization of consolidation and reporting procedures, including reducing the time to close and report results</li><li>Participate in assigned special projects as needed</li><li>Prepare consolidation and intercompany elimination entries</li><li>Participate in the preparation of materials for the Company’s Audit Committee of the Board of Directors Meetings</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-10T20:14:04Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000-$105,000 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 two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Sweater Weather is 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>Job Description:</strong></p><p>As a Senior Accountant you will be an essential member of the accounting and finance teams. This position requires someone with meticulous attention to detail, the highest ethical standards, and the ability to clearly communicate complex financial information to individuals across various departments. This role requires a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP and a passion for financial operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have the ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change, work effectively within cross-functional teams, be highly resourceful and deliver under tight deadlines.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Provide oversight to the accounting and finance operations to ensure that processes are in place to support the day to day running of the business</li><li>Performs the monthly quarterly and yearly close of the financial statements using NetSuite. This includes making the relevant accounting adjustments and analysis for the close.</li><li>Manage the banking system in-terms of making the relevant invoice payments and control over the daily movements of the cash operations</li><li>Ensure relevant internal controls are in place for the accounting and finance operations</li><li>Identify process improvements and assist in the implementation of relevant process change, policies and procedures; to enhance the existing control environment</li><li>Have a strong understanding of internal control environment relevant for a financial institution.</li><li>Have a strong understanding of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP) and research accounting issues to ensure that the accounts are in compliance with the accounting standards.</li><li>Review the work and supervise the staff accountants to ensure that the accounting team is able produce accurate financial statements and relevant analysis on a timely basis.</li><li>Assist in the audit process including, coordinating with the external auditors in-terms of queries arising during the audit process, preparing the relevant analysis for audit support and being the contact person during the audit fieldwork.</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2025-09-25T14:59:12Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $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>
  • 2025-09-23T14:58:43Z
Staff Accountant
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 50000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team near Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. This role is integral to maintaining the accuracy of financial records and supporting key business decisions through precise reporting and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles and a commitment to ensuring compliance with financial regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accurate recording of revenues, expenses, and balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Support audit processes by gathering required documentation and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to improve accounting workflows and enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, including invoicing and payment processing.</p><p>• Maintain detailed and organized financial records, both electronically and in physical formats as needed.</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of tax filings and ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.</p><p>• Develop and implement best practices for financial reporting and internal controls.</p><p>• Provide backup support for A/R and A/P processes when required.</p><p>• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as assigned by management.</p><p><br></p><p>Job Tye: Full-Time</p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)</p><p>7 Paid Holiday.</p><p>40 hours of sick time</p><p>Accrual Paid Time Off.</p><p>Life Insurance.</p><p>Supplementary benefit</p>
  • 2025-09-22T14:48:57Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 110000.00 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 Project 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>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Will support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information. This individual will be responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits. Review project budget and cost for accuracy, analyze budget variances and potential fee changes and assist in positive cash flow while meeting accounting standards and best practices.</p><p> </p>
  • 2025-10-09T15:24:33Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 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>Sweater weather is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy it? You don't have to be a 'people person' 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>In this role, you will be a key resource on the finance team through contributions to the general ledger closing process, leading transactional processes and participating in improvement projects .</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of global finance and general ledger reporting structure.</li><li>Perform as a key resource in the month end close process.</li><li>Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations.</li><li>Lead certain ongoing processes including vendor management.</li><li>Support administration of corporate card program and expense reporting software and related company policies.</li><li>Assist with the external financial statement audit.</li><li>Participate in process improvement projects within the finance team.</li><li>Reports to Senior Corporate Accountant, Assisting the Accounting Director, Tax Director, and other finance managers with cross-functional and compliance-based projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-10-03T17:24:10Z
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
  • Chicago Ridge, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our growing team in Oak Lawn, Illinois. This position will play a vital role in managing financial processes such as monthly closings, accounts payable and receivable, and preparing and analyzing financial statements. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting expertise, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to support operational and upper management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries and ensuring timely completion.</p><p>• Prepare and consolidate monthly financial statements for multiple reporting entities.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial reports through detailed review and analysis.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational management and report financial insights to upper management.</p><p>• Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and assist with special projects as needed.</p><p>• Cross-train across various accounting functions to ensure team coverage and efficiency.</p><p>• Utilize advanced spreadsheet tools, including pivot tables and V-lookups, for data analysis.</p><p>• Support process improvements and provide input on financial systems enhancements.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits Information-Medical, dental, vision, free parking, vacation time</p>
  • 2025-09-12T16:05:52Z
Sr. Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 115000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $115,000-$120,000 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><strong>Responsibilities:</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><br></p>
  • 2025-09-25T16:34:38Z
Sr. Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 115000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $115,000-$120,000 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><strong>Responsibilities:</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>
  • 2025-09-10T19:38:54Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$80,000 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>The Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Manager and reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting. Our ideal candidate is organized, pays strong attention to detail, will be able to carry out tasks both autonomously and collaboratively; has 3-4 years of experience; and has a desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with accounting in customer-facing industries such as Hospitality and Tourism preferred, but not required.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES   </strong></p><p><br></p><p>·      Assists in the day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Finance Department including financial statement presentation and analysis</p><p>·      Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and receivables</p><p>·      Assists in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts</p><p>·      Records and processes intercompany expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation, and recording of adjusting and/or reclassification journal entries, if necessary</p><p>·      Review of company books to ensure timely and accurate processing and recording all accounts payable transactions, and ensures that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures</p><p>·      Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L</p><p>·      Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify accuracy of bookkeeping for the period</p>
  • 2025-09-23T15:18:46Z
Entry Level Accountant
  • Mundelein, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a success-driven Entry Level Accountant to join our team in Mundelein, Illinois. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build foundational accounting skills in a dynamic wholesale distribution environment. The ideal candidate will contribute to essential financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in various accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable transactions, including verifying invoices and ensuring timely vendor payments.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Assist in account reconciliations by reviewing and balancing ledger accounts.<br>• Manage accounts receivable tasks, such as invoicing and tracking payments.<br>• Prepare and record accounting entries to support financial reporting.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline accounting procedures and improve efficiency.<br>• Support month-end and year-end closing processes by completing assigned tasks.<br>• Maintain organized financial documentation to ensure compliance with company policies.<br>• Respond to inquiries from vendors and internal stakeholders regarding financial matters.
  • 2025-10-09T17:44:42Z
Senior Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 95000.00 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>Summer is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the warm weather? You don't have to be a 'people person' 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>
  • 2025-09-29T16:19:04Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 78000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$78,000 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>The Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Manager and reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting. Our ideal candidate is organized, pays strong attention to detail, will be able to carry out tasks both autonomously and collaboratively; has 3-4 years of experience; and has a desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with accounting in customer-facing industries such as Hospitality and Tourism preferred, but not required.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES   </strong></p><p><br></p><p>·      Assists in the day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Finance Department including financial statement presentation and analysis</p><p>·      Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and receivables</p><p>·      Assists in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts</p><p>·      Records and processes intercompany expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation, and recording of adjusting and/or reclassification journal entries, if necessary</p><p>·      Review of company books to ensure timely and accurate processing and recording all accounts payable transactions, and ensures that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures</p><p>·      Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L</p><p>·      Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify accuracy of bookkeeping for the period</p>
  • 2025-09-10T19:34:13Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 38.00 - 44.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Downers Grove, Illinois. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to global financial operations, drive process improvements, and collaborate with key stakeholders in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with accounting standards while supporting enterprise-wide initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting operations, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and managing month-end and year-end close processes.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounting function.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with global accounting policies and support initiatives related to new accounting standards.</p><p>• Assist the Controller’s group in executing enterprise projects that impact the global accounting organization.</p><p>• Coordinate external audit activities, prepare financial disclosures, and maintain strong relationships with auditors.</p><p>• Utilize Workday financial consolidation systems to deliver enhanced reporting and operational capabilities.</p><p>• Promote a culture of accountability, professionalism, and teamwork within the accounting team.</p><p>• Collaborate with finance and accounting leaders to develop solutions for business challenges and drive operational improvements.</p><p>• Build strong partnerships with operating and finance leaders to support organizational goals effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $40/hr to $45/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information.</p>
  • 2025-10-09T21:04:22Z
Sr. Cost Accountant
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 45.00 - 65.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our team in the south suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. This is a long-term contract opportunity within the telecom services industry, offering the chance to apply your expertise in cost accounting in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in financial analysis and cost management, alongside proficiency with Oracle Fusion.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly cost accounting reports to ensure accurate financial tracking.</p><p>• Manage and evaluate standard costs within the manufacturing environment to identify discrepancies and areas for improvement.</p><p>• Conduct detailed cost analysis to support decision-making and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cost accounting practices align with business objectives.</p><p>• Utilize Oracle Fusion to maintain and update cost accounting records and processes.</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting activities, providing insights based on cost data.</p><p>• Monitor and report on variances between actual and standard costs to identify trends.</p><p>• Support audits and compliance efforts by providing accurate and timely cost-related data.</p><p>• Implement and refine cost accounting methodologies to enhance financial reporting.</p><p>• Provide recommendations for cost-saving initiatives based on thorough analysis.</p>
  • 2025-09-17T19:43:50Z
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