Contract Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Contracts Manager

Des Plaines, IL
remote
Temporary / Contract
57 - 66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Contracts Manager to support a Contract assignment with a chemicals manufacturing organization in Des Plaines, Illinois. This role will focus on strengthening oversight of independent dealer agreements, evaluating contractual obligations, and helping the business address compliance concerns in a structured and proactive way. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong commercial contracting experience, and a forward-thinking approach to improving how contract information is organized and used. Responsibilities: • Review independent dealer agreements to interpret key terms, identify obligations, and highlight areas requiring stronger compliance follow-through. • Assess dealer performance against contractual commitments and help determine when formal enforcement actions or notices are appropriate. • Prepare clear written communications to notify dealers of non-compliance issues and outline required corrective actions. • Compare contract provisions with applicable dealership or franchise-related laws across multiple states to support compliant enforcement strategies. • Draft, revise, and redline contract language while assisting with negotiations tied to dealer relationships and related commercial agreements. • Organize and centralize contract records within the company’s contract management platform to improve visibility and long-term oversight. • Partner with internal stakeholders to create practical processes for tracking contract status, risk exposure, and enforcement activity. • Contribute ideas for more innovative and efficient contract management practices, including better use of systems and performance-related data.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $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]. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:· Prepare and process payroll for exempt and non-exempt multi-state employees across all entities· Calculating commission payments· Efficiently perform all necessary functions to process in-house payroll in a timely fashion. This includes but is not limited to analyzing, preparing, and submitting payroll data for all employees, benefit deductions, and tax withholdings· Administer and evaluate timesheets and resolve any timesheet discrepancies· Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, payroll practices and procedures· Resolve payroll issues· Uphold payroll policies to staff· Process quarterly, fiscal and calendar year-end reports and assist with fiscal year-end accruals for general ledger posting· Plan direct, and coordinate payroll activities and resources to ensure payroll deliverables are completed on time and within budget
2026-11-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Wheaton, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 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]. 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. Key Responsibilities The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul>
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Grant Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Grant Accountant to support audit-related accounting activities for a client in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist with experience handling grant funding, reconciliations, and month-end processes in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide dependable accounting support during a critical period. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to keep grant and general ledger records accurate and up to date. • Reconcile accounts across cash activity, credit cards, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to support clean financial reporting. • Assist with month-end close tasks, including reviewing balances, identifying discrepancies, and resolving accounting issues promptly. • Track grant-related transactions and help ensure expenditures are recorded in alignment with funding requirements and internal guidelines. • Support payroll-related accounting and cost allocation activities to improve the accuracy of expense reporting. • Compile documentation and financial details needed for audit requests and respond to follow-up items in a timely manner. • Review daily and periodic financial activity to confirm transactions are properly classified and supported. • Partner with internal stakeholders to maintain organized records and improve consistency in accounting processes.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Northbrook, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities:• Manage complete property accounting activities for a commercial real estate portfolio, including monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.• Prepare and review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions to ensure timely and accurate processing.• Maintain general ledger accuracy through proper account coding, accruals, and supporting documentation.• Produce property-level financial statements and assist with variance analysis for management review.• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts while resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.• Partner with property management teams to support budgeting, tenant activity, and ongoing financial operations across the portfolio.• Utilize Yardi and other accounting platforms to enter, track, and report financial data effectively.• Support audit preparation by organizing records, responding to requests, and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices.
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. Responsibilities: • Process a high volume of monthly disbursements, including vendor payments, utility invoices, and recurring property-related checks across a large residential portfolio. • Maintain accurate rent roll activity and support financial administration for approximately 400 units, ensuring transactions are recorded completely and on time. • Post revenue and cash receipts for owned properties and assist with co-payment and related income activity for additional sites. • Communicate with property partners and other external contacts to address payment questions, resolve account issues, and keep records current. • Assist with month-end close by preparing entries, reviewing accrual-based activity, and reconciling general ledger balances tied to property operations. • Partner regularly with the Asset Management department and the Comptroller to provide financial information and support ongoing property performance tracking. • Use Yardi and advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables, to analyze data, organize reporting, and improve day-to-day accounting accuracy. • Manage a varied workload with strong attention to detail, prioritizing deadlines effectively while identifying and correcting discrepancies independently.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
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] 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. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:<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>
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

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