<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong>:</p><ul><li>Manage and oversee the daily operations of the corporate accounting department, ensuring all corporate financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</li><li>Monitor, compile, and analyze detailed cash flow reports, compiling historical cash flows and forecasting future cash requirements to ensure optimal liquidity for the organization’s operations. This includes analyzing cash flow trends, predicting future cash needs, and advising on cash management strategies.</li><li>Oversee income tax preparations for multiple entities, ensuring timely filing, compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and advise on tax strategies and implications of business decisions. This involves staying updated on tax laws and coordination with our external tax preparers and advisors.</li><li>Review and analyze accounting data to produce accurate financial reports, which are essential for strategic planning and decision-making.</li><li>Enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles to ensure that all financial activities align with legal standards and company policies.</li><li>Monitor systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting department, if necessary.</li><li>Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy, providing guidance and leadership to the accounting team.</li><li>Maintain treasury management relationships and administer banking activity including account maintenance and ensuring compliance with banking requirements.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a highly skilled Tax Manager to join our client in the western suburbs. This role is pivotal in overseeing tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for a diverse range of clients, including individuals, corporations, and partnerships. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities, strong technical expertise, and a commitment to fostering client relationships and supporting the development of less experienced staff.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage complex tax engagements, including federal, state, and local tax returns for various entities.</p><p>• Provide strategic tax planning advice and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Conduct in-depth research on tax laws and changes, delivering accurate and timely guidance to clients.</p><p>• Mentor and supervise less experienced staff, offering training and performance feedback to support their growth.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional services and resolving tax-related concerns.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to develop integrated solutions for clients and support business development initiatives.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to firm policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.</p><p>• Utilize Lacerte Tax Software to prepare and review tax filings efficiently and accurately.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘The holiday season 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>The Accounting Manager supervises all general accounting functions. Responsibilities will include the coordination of daily accounting operations, directing the monthly close process, coordinating the entity’s treasury operations and the preparation of accurate GAAP basis monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. Specific job duties will include:</p><ul><li>The coordination of daily financing activities with the Company’s operations team, various mortgage loan brokers, title companies, and warehouse lenders. </li><li>The preparation of quarterly operating and cash forecasts, and various financial analyses as requested from time to time by the Company’s Controller.</li><li>General supervision of the accounting team including assisting where necessary with daily general ledger posting activities. This will include the preparation of interest rate lock derivative calculations, various pricing analyses, sales commission and production bonus calculations, and the periodic mark-to-market valuation of the loans held for sale inventory.</li><li>Reviewing and maintaining all balance sheet reconciliations, and ensuring that all intercompany account balances and all bank account balances are reconciled.</li><li>Working with accounting team to document policies and procedures, and to establish proper controls to deter fraud.</li><li>Responsible for accurate financial management reporting including consolidated financial statements when appropriate.</li><li>Responsible for disbursements review and control, including payroll, shared services, debt reporting, lender covenants, and income tax reporting. </li><li>Helping to train, develop and build the accounting team, providing guidance as needed. </li><li>Working with a third party valuation company to independently value retained mortgage servicing rights. </li><li>The ability to read and to comprehensively discern the appropriate accounting recognition of various legal agreements including MLPAs, AMAs, and forward purchase and sale agreements. </li><li>Effectively and efficiently coordinate the distribution of financial information to support regulatory compliance reporting and field examinations by warehouse lenders, tax professionals, independent audit firms, and various other third party professionals. </li><li>Provide direction and supervision over: 1) The Monthly Accounting Close Process and recognition of revenue, 2) Reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts to various corporate business units. 3) Administration of treasury functions with Corporate and BU accounts.</li><li>LOS System (Encompass), GL System (NetSuite), Document Management System.</li><li>Needs to be very well organized, and know where all supporting information is located. </li><li>Directs and coordinates all loan transfers to the servicing group.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and reconcile <strong>general ledger</strong> accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely month-end and year-end closes.</li><li>Prepare and post <strong>journal entries</strong>, accruals, adjustments, and recurring entries.</li><li>Oversee <strong>payroll tax processes</strong>, including preparation, review, and timely submission of <strong>Form 940 (FUTA)</strong> and <strong>Form 941 (Quarterly Federal Tax Return)</strong>.</li><li>Collaborate with payroll providers or internal teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with federal and state payroll tax regulations.</li><li>Manage <strong>fixed asset accounting</strong>, including capitalization, depreciation schedules, asset disposals, and reconciliations.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of <strong>financial statements</strong> and supporting schedules.</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>GAAP</strong> and internal accounting policies.</li><li>Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and the development of internal controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Trust Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. As a key member of the trust operations team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the integrity of trust account transactions and supporting internal teams with operational needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process trust account transactions while ensuring compliance with bank policies and industry regulations.</p><p>• Conduct daily reconciliations of trust accounts and promptly address any discrepancies.</p><p>• Collaborate with trust officers and internal teams to provide exceptional client service and resolve operational inquiries.</p><p>• Monitor trust activities to ensure adherence to fiduciary standards and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and contribute to initiatives that enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Utilize tools such as Bloomberg, SunGuard, and Microsoft Excel to manage financial data and reporting.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation and posting of journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.</p><p>• Perform cash reconciliations to ensure accurate account balances.</p><p>• Support mutual fund transactions and maintain accurate records for compliance purposes.trust </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy and operations of our organization in Downers Grove, Illinois. This role requires a dynamic individual who can drive financial planning, ensure operational efficiency, and foster strong relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in financial leadership, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies to achieve organizational goals.</p><p>• Oversee and manage company budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with strategic objectives.</p><p>• Evaluate and execute mergers, acquisitions, and other investment opportunities to drive growth.</p><p>• Foster and maintain strong relationships with investors, stakeholders, and business partners.</p><p>• Analyze financial models to support decision-making and optimize resource allocation.</p><p>• Provide guidance and leadership to the finance team, ensuring best practices and compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Monitor and address inbound inquiries related to financial matters with professionalism and efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with key departments to align financial operations with overall business strategies.</p><p>• Ensure effective utilization of financial tools and technologies, including Ethernet systems.</p><p>• Represent the organization in high-level discussions regarding financial planning and health insurance strategies.</p><p><br></p><p>salary: 180k-250k</p><p>benefits: health, dental, vision, bonus</p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a Cost Accounting Manager for a client in the northwest suburbs. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a dynamic organization by overseeing cost accounting functions, analyzing production costs, and collaborating with operational teams to drive informed business decisions. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate cost records, optimizing inventory valuation, and supporting profitability analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and oversee all aspects of cost accounting, including the development of standard costs, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.</p><p>• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities related to inventory and cost accounting processes.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing costs and generate detailed reports comparing standard costs to actual production expenses.</p><p>• Investigate cost variances and provide actionable insights to operations and finance teams.</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process for standard costs, ensuring updates across all business units.</p><p>• Prepare schedules and documentation to support internal and external financial audits.</p><p>• Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency within cost accounting operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to assess product profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.</p><p>• Provide training, mentorship, and supervision to cost accounting staff as needed.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.</p><p><br></p><p>This role offers a salary range of $120,000-$135,000 + 10% bonus and comes with a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k with match, paid time off, sick pay and holiday pay.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688.</p>
<p>Excellent Accounting Manager role with company in growth mode. Seeking candidates from Financial Services who are looking to professionally develop and advance. The company offers a great culture, work life balance and benefits. </p><p><br></p><p>The hiring manager is open to candidates from public accounting with equipment leasing / financial services or an industry role from financial services. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage accounting operations, including accounts payable, invoicing, collections, and general ledger activities.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial data to ensure accurate entries into general ledger accounts.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations for key balance sheet and income statement items, such as cash, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate the collection and submission of financial information to the parent company.</p><p>• Support the annual financial audit by preparing necessary documentation and reports.</p><p>• Provide leadership and growth opportunities for a team of five accounting staff.</p><p>• Monitor industry trends and best practices to enhance accounting processes and ensure compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with management to prepare financial reports and address strategic business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include insurance, vacation, holiday pay, 401K and more </p>
<p>We are looking for a dynamic and strategic VP/Director of Finance to lead and optimize financial operations for a multi-location orthodontic organization based in Mount Prospect, Illinois. This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient revenue cycle management, accurate financial reporting, and robust budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of leadership, analytical expertise, and healthcare finance knowledge to support organizational growth and operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management, payroll coordination, and month-end closing.</p><p>• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance and readiness for audits while safeguarding financial health.</p><p>• Supervise revenue cycle processes, including claims processing, payment posting, and collections, with a focus on orthodontic-specific workflows such as payment plans and global fees.</p><p>• Optimize billing and insurance verification procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce denials.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to executive leadership.</p><p>• Analyze financial performance metrics across multiple locations to identify cost-saving opportunities and revenue enhancement strategies.</p><p>• Lead the budgeting process, including financial forecasting for production, expenses, and cash flow.</p><p>• Develop and manage dashboards for tracking key operational and financial metrics tailored to orthodontic practices.</p><p>• Mentor and manage finance team members, fostering growth and implementing standardized procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with senior leadership and practice managers to align financial strategies with organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary: $100-120K </p><p>Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Escrow Officer to support the successful completion of residential and commercial real estate transactions. In this Contract-to-Permanent position, you will play a key role in managing escrow files, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely closings. This role is based in Lombard, Illinois.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Open and oversee escrow files for both residential and commercial real estate transactions, ensuring all necessary documentation is accurately recorded.</p><p>• Analyze purchase agreements, title commitments, and lender instructions to verify compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare and distribute essential closing documents, such as settlement statements, deeds, and escrow instructions.</p><p>• Collaborate with buyers, sellers, real estate agents, lenders, and title companies to facilitate timely and efficient closings.</p><p>• Collect and disburse funds in accordance with escrow instructions and finalized settlement statements.</p><p>• Ensure that all documents are signed, notarized, and filed appropriately with the relevant county offices.</p><p>• Adhere to state and federal regulations, as well as company policies, to maintain compliance throughout the escrow process.</p><p>• Address and resolve any discrepancies or issues that arise during the closing process efficiently and professionally.</p><p>• Deliver outstanding customer service by maintaining clear communication and support throughout the transaction.</p><p>• Keep detailed and accurate records to facilitate audits and meet internal reporting requirements.</p>
