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170 results for Entry Level Accountant in Chicago, IL

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>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Senior 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>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly/quarterly consolidated financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Comprehensive Income, Shareholders’ Equity Statement and Statement of Cash Flows)</li><li>Assist with the monthly consolidation and elimination process</li><li>Assist with the preparation of Bank Reporting and related processes</li><li>Assist in analyzing monthly, quarterly and annual region/country financial information to ensure compliance with Global Accounting Policies and GAAP</li><li>Assist with the implementation of system, financial reporting and general process enhancements which ensure the consistent application of best practices across all locations</li><li>Assist in preparation of footnote related schedules for External filings</li><li>Review and perform analytics and explain variances on regional and consolidated financial results</li><li>Assist with coordination of collection from international finance teams of required financial and non-financial information for external reporting, effectively communicating underlying requirements and concepts</li><li>Lead special projects and assist with ad hoc requests, as needed</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2025-12-09T14:49:14Z
Tax Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this Corporate Tax Manager position is $130,000-$135,000 base, plus bonus land it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this Corporate Tax Manager hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>· Manage the preparation and review of foreign, federal, state, and local tax returns, estimates, and extensions</p><p>· Review and prepare the quarterly and annual tax provision, closing, and reporting processes, including provision calculations, and effective tax rate analysis</p><p>· Assists in documenting and maintaining transfer pricing and cross-border transaction models in accordance with the Company’s policies and coordinates with external advisors.</p><p>· Analyzes tax exposures, including determining appropriate tax reserves</p><p>· Conducts tax research and assists with implementing new accounting pronouncements with tax accounting implications.</p><p>· Acts as an internal resource for various operating functions, determining tax requirements and strategies to ensure compliance with all tax laws.</p><p>· Addresses inquiries, notices, and tax audits conducted by various governmental agencies.</p><p>· Projects and monitors sources and uses of cash taxes, including estimated tax payments.</p>
  • 2025-12-12T19:04:16Z
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>
  • 2025-12-09T15:28:44Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to essential accounting processes and collaborate with various departments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and experience with QuickBooks, along with the ability to work independently and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with the sales department to provide billing support and ensure timely invoicing.<br>• Manage accounts receivable processes, including collections and follow-up to maintain cash flow.<br>• Apply cash receipts accurately and efficiently to appropriate accounts.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure financial records align with bank statements.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks for day-to-day accounting tasks and reporting.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable operations as needed.<br>• Assist in month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Participate in software implementation efforts, ensuring smooth transitions and system optimization.
  • 2025-12-16T14:29:07Z
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>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><u>Responsibilities: </u></strong></p><ul><li>Conducts moderately complex accounting activities and participates heavily in monthly close process.</li><li>Evaluates existing processes and reconciliations for improvement. Implements efficient solutions and necessary process changes as identified.</li><li>Works on smaller elements of large, complex accounting projects. Leads smaller, less-complex accounting projects.</li><li>Brings inconsistencies and problems to the attention of management.</li><li>Works closely with company-wide departments to ensure accounting information is represented accurately and timely.</li><li>Exercises sound business acumen and judgment. Understands the financial operations of departments, divisions, and business units supported.</li><li>Works to ensure internal controls are executed in compliance with the Company’s SOX program.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-09T15:38:59Z
Associate Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 85000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $90,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘The new year is almost 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>·      Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances.</p><p>·      Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues.</p><p>·      Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility.</p><p>·      Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.</p><p>·      Prepare the monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for use in internal and external reporting. Assists in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with FP& A.</p><p>·      Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller’s Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals.</p><p>·      Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>POSITION SCOPE </strong></p><p>·      Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.</p><p>·      Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</p><p>·      Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</p><p>·      Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.</p><p>·      Work output has considerable impact on the work of other financial functions, reporting and decision making processes. Impact on earnings focuses on appropriate utilization / development of resources.</p><p>·      Work with various parties, both within the Controller’s Group as well as other areas of the company, to accomplish goals, resolve issues and enhance and improve processes. Contact with others requires tact and persuasiveness.</p><p>·      Work is varied and somewhat difficult in nature, but usually involves limited responsibility. Requires moderate exercise of judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to select the most appropriate course of action.</p>
  • 2025-12-15T14:23:57Z
Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 32.30 - 37.40 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in accounting processes, and providing essential support to various departments. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a strong background in accounting, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide billing support by coordinating with the sales department to ensure accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Manage accounts receivable, including following up on outstanding payments and overseeing collection efforts.<br>• Process cash applications to maintain accurate records of incoming payments.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure proper alignment of transactions and balances.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the integrity of financial records.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks software for efficient tracking and reporting of financial data.<br>• Collaborate with team members to execute month-end close procedures.<br>• Monitor and manage accounts payable, ensuring timely payments and accurate recordkeeping.<br>• Participate in software implementation projects to streamline accounting processes, if applicable.
  • 2025-12-29T14:39:07Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000.00 - 100000.00 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>The holidays are 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><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>
  • 2025-12-12T19:04:16Z
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>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Street Festival 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>The Position: </strong></p><ul><li>Point of contact for several of the company'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 & 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>
  • 2025-12-09T15:04:52Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Rosemont, 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>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘The holidays are here!’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.  </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>The Sr. Corporate Accountant will work closely with the manager and director of Corporate Accounting to support the operations of the Company’s corporate segment and ensure the accurate and timely reporting of the segment’s monthly financials. The Sr. Corporate Account is responsible journalizing corporate activity, reconciling corporate accounts, investigating and resolving reconciling items and preparing analysis of changes in account positions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> Specific Job Function:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and enter journals related cash receipts and payments, operating expense accruals, prepaids, fixed and intangibles assets, corporate allocations and other corporate related activities</li><li>Prepare detailed and organized account reconciliations and investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner</li><li>Analyze and understand significant changes in account balances and prepare clear and concise explanations for monthly segment review</li><li>Prepare and provide requested documentation to internal and external auditors</li><li>Identify and implement month end close and internal control enhancements</li><li>Partner with financial systems team members to maintain and update accounting system’s applications, chart of accounts, and reporting hierarchies</li><li>Implementation new accounting systems and policies within the Corporate segment</li><li>Complete special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-09T15:28:44Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Highland, IN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 22.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Northwest, Indiana. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting various accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes, along with excellent organizational and analytical skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable tasks, including invoicing and payment tracking.</p><p>• Enter financial data into accounting systems with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts to ensure all records are accurate and up to date.</p><p>• Generate and analyze financial reports to support decision-making.</p><p>• Assist with invoice processing and verify proper documentation.</p><p>• Perform routine checks to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.</p><p>• Provide general accounting support to the team as needed.</p><p>• Utilize Excel for data analysis and reporting tasks.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>This position will offer a pay range between $23/hour and $25/hour. This is a 40-hour/week role with flexible work hours available. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance and paid time-off.</p>
  • 2025-12-26T21:13:41Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Hobart, IN
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 92000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end close processes, including the preparation and review of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and related financial reporting activities</li><li>Perform revenue recognition analysis and post necessary adjustments to ensure accurate financial close</li><li>Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial accounts; maintain and reconcile balance sheet accounts; conduct variance analysis to support financial accuracy</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with accounting standards</li><li>Contribute to the development and review of the annual operating budget</li><li>Support quarterly, interim, and year-end internal and external audit processes</li><li>Respond to ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>401K</li><li>PTO</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-05T17:48:50Z
Senior Tax Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 125000.00 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>The holidays are here! Time to fall into a job that role you'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 & 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>
  • 2025-12-12T19:04:16Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Audit, review and compilation engagements</li><li>Financial statement preparation</li><li>Preparation of tax returns</li><li>Tax planning</li><li>Tax research</li><li>Tax compliance</li><li>Qualified plan audit experience is a plus</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
  • 2026-01-05T17:48:50Z
Sr. Project Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Will support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information.</li><li>This individual will be responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits.</li><li>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.</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2025-12-09T17:08:36Z
Senior Fund Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary for this position is up to $125,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. </em></p><p><br></p><p>Upgrade your cold weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Point of contact for funds across the company's funds platform, including 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 & expense analysis is key to this role.</li><li>Key support contact for the company's 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 company 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 funds, US Registered funds, Irish UCITS, Canadian funds and Luxembourg funds as needed.  </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>
  • 2025-12-12T14:28:52Z
Assistant Controller - one day a week in office!
  • Elmhurst, IL
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>ONE DAY IN OFFICE A WEEK! - OAKBROOK area -<em> Send your resume to [email protected] or call Danielle at 630-368-1175 </em></p><p>No trudging through snow - Winter does not have to be dreary. Assistant Controller to join our team in Western suburbs. In this role, you will oversee key accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail to contribute to the success of our organization.</p><p>Growing company offering Salary of 121k to 130k plus bonus -offering medical, dental, 401k match, vacation and holiday pay. </p><p><br></p><p><em>"Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. "</em></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activities, including reconciliations and adjustments.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Coordinate and support external audits by providing necessary documentation and responses.</p><p>• Develop and implement best practices for financial reporting and compliance.</p><p>• Review and enhance accounting policies and procedures to align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams across departments to ensure seamless integration of financial processes.</p><p>• Utilize ERP systems to streamline accounting workflows and reporting.</p><p>• Mentor and guide less experienced accounting staff to support their career growth.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to increase efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-01-06T16:08:56Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 48000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team near Hoffman Estates, Illinois. The ideal candidate will manage essential financial tasks, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of transactions. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the organization’s financial operations while developing your skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate and up-to-date.</p><p>• Process accounts payable by verifying and completing payments in a timely manner.</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable and oversee collections to maintain cash flow.</p><p>• Handle order entry and ensure data accuracy in all transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and issue invoices with precise attention to detail.</p><p>• Create and maintain spreadsheets to organize and analyze financial data.</p><p><br></p><p>This role will offer a starting salary of $50,000 to $55,000/year with benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance and paid time-off. </p>
  • 2025-12-26T21:04:24Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 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 in the Services industry, based in Chicago, Illinois, and we are actively searching for a diligent Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role centers around providing top-tier support for account management, enhancing cash flow through detailed reporting and analysis, and implementing processes to track E-billing progress and reduce overdue balances.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Efficiently process customer credit applications and maintain precise records of customer credit</p><p>• Directly liaise with clients to respond to queries, provide reports, and resolve invoice discrepancies and receivable issues</p><p>• Collaborate with the billing department and attorneys to address billing and collections problems</p><p>• Actively track E-billing progress, including status reporting and resolving short-paid and rejected invoices in conjunction with the Billing department</p><p>• Contribute to the creation of best practices for E-billing monitoring, collections, and A/R management to optimize processes</p><p>• Assess delinquent accounts and suggest resolution strategies</p><p>• Handle daily processing and posting of client payments</p><p>• Coordinate with attorneys on payment-related issues, ensuring proper allocation of payments</p><p>• Process suitable credits, write-offs, and discounts on client invoices</p><p>• Prepare and monitor A/R dashboards and reports, including aging, reconciliation, and collections reports</p><p>• Carry out ad hoc reporting and other assigned tasks and projects.</p>
  • 2025-12-09T22:04:10Z
Accounting & Finance Associate
  • 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>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u> </strong></p><p> </p><p>This individual will assist the Controller in all fund and company-related accounting and reporting duties. The qualified candidate must have demonstrated experience in general ledger maintenance, understanding of GAAP accounting principles, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a busy team.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u> </strong></p><p> </p><p>•       Monitor cash balances of multiple Funds, GPs, and the management company</p><p>•       Initiate wire transfers and ACH payments to vendors, investors, and employees</p><p>•       Assist with quarterly financial statement packages to investors </p><p>•       Assist in managing audit and tax engagements</p><p>•       Assist in drafting Capital Call Notices and Distribution Notices for multiple Funds and GPs</p><p>•       Review monthly bills for payment and calculate allocation of expenses</p><p>•       Create bills for quarterly monitoring fees and portfolio company reimbursements</p><p>•       Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and bank fee analysis (cash and other assets) and record journal entries for approximately 15 partnerships</p><p>•       Compile monthly cash transfer logs (external, internal and wire confirmations)</p><p>•       Create monthly restricted stock list and other compliance related items </p><p>•       Maintain various files and records, ensuring organization and relevance</p>
  • 2025-12-09T21:53:52Z
Accounting Associate
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000- $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>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘What should my new years resolution be?’ 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>This position will be focused exclusively on the equity funds managed by the firm. This is a newly created position due to continued growth of the firm; it is expected that a successful candidate will be able to expand his/her responsibilities over time.</p><p><br></p><p>• Interpret fund agreements in order to determine impact on financial reporting and partner capital accounting requirements</p><p>• Prepare fund level financial statements including balance sheet, schedule of investments, income statement, statement of changes in partners’ capital and cash flows</p><p>• Prepare required footnotes to financial statements</p><p>• Prepare investor-level capital account statements</p><p>• Prepare management fee computations</p><p>• Preparation of capital calls and distributions, including fund waterfall calculation</p><p>• Respond to limited partner inquires and additional ad-hoc requests</p><p>•Prepare required deliverables for year-end financial statement audits</p><p>• Perform quarterly closing, including quarter-end journal entries </p>
  • 2025-12-15T14:23:57Z
Financial Analyst
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000 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>Summary</strong></p><p>The Regional Finance Analyst role is meant to oversee the Financial operations of the Central Region and partner with the local offices within the region to promote consistency and smooth workflow and expedited AR, AP and reporting functions.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Essential duties and responsibilities</strong></p><p>•              Partner with our centralized accounting team to book and reconcile journal entries</p><p>•              Month-end & Quarterly Close: prepare, format, and provide variance analysis on financial reports, maintain broker balances and other tasks as needed</p><p>•              Assist in budgeting and forecasting process</p><p>•              Prepare commission calculations each pay period to be submitted to the Regional Finance Manager</p><p>•              Submit tickets to the centralized accounting team to create invoices</p><p>•              Salesforce maintenance: track the deals and pipeline for forecasting; ensure all calculations and data entries are correct; Organize necessary documents, contracts, and agreements to support commission invoicing</p><p>•              Suggest changes or improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency; provide broker support as needed</p><p>•              Assist the Finance and Operations Director with special projects as needed</p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-12T19:04:16Z
Senior Business Unit (BU) Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000.00 - 100000.00 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>The new year is nearly here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the new year? 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>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and manage the company’s revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP standards.</li><li>Develop, document, and enforce robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Work closely with sales, legal, and operations teams to review contracts and ensure proper revenue recognition.</li><li>Support month, quarter, and year end reporting activities for timely and accurate reporting</li><li>Prepare & review journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Actively participate in monthly balance sheet reviews working with the business and SSC</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting issues</li><li>Support OneStream reporting to ensure it 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 JBT standards.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests, and participate in efforts to remediate audit and control findings.</li><li>Document standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting procedures.</li><li>Share best practices in accounting practices with others in the Accounting CoE and support the Accounting Manager to implement them within the team.</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-15T14:38:36Z
Sr Advisor, Accounting
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 125000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $125,000-$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>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate with business stakeholders to understand business priorities and initiatives, and with oversight from USM Senior Accounting Director, plan for accounting, reporting and internal control impact; provide ongoing support to business partners by addressing inquiries on accounting guidance, policies and processes</li><li>Prepare technical accounting memos for new, complex or unusual transactions for the segment and ensure that the accounting implications of actions being considered are understood by the decision makers</li><li>Responsible for monitoring minority investments for cash flow, operational and other risks that could result in impairment, supporting funding opportunities and reviewing related journal entries, account reconciliations and other supporting documents and schedules</li><li>Partner with the US Markets Senior Accounting Director to manage statutory audit processes for foreign entities from recent acquisitions including managing third party bookkeepers and working closely with external auditors and corporate secretaries</li><li>Partner with Corporate Accounting to support M& A activity. Responsible for coordinating journal entries for acquisition, divestiture and investment activity, reviewing supporting documents and schedules and supporting quality of earnings, internal and external audits/reviews and other M& A related processes and inquiries</li><li>With oversight from the Senior Director, assess the impact and collaborate with operational accounting leaders to implement and operationalize new accounting guidance, company policies and related controls</li><li>Responsible for coordination of all month-end close process activities for related technical areas</li><li>Execute on opportunities to streamline and improve accounting processes by implementing technology driven solutions</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-19T15:34:10Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Homewood, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.80 - 24.50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Homewood, Illinois. As part of the machinery manufacturing industry, this role involves handling high-volume invoice processing and maintaining vendor accounts with precision and efficiency. This is a long-term contract position that offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently in the designated accounting system.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve purchase order discrepancies by comparing item details, pricing, and quantities.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, addressing inquiries related to invoices, statements, and payments.</p><p>• Support the automated document management system and assist with special projects as required.</p><p>• Manage workflows for vendor invoices to ensure timely payment processing.</p><p>• Organize and maintain vendor accounts, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.</p><p>• Collaborate with Purchasing and Operations teams to streamline processes and address variances.</p><p>• Adhere to safety, health, and environmental regulations while promoting compliance within the workplace.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with internal and external parties to ensure transparency and accuracy in accounts payable activities.</p><p>• Prioritize tasks and manage complex workflows to meet deadlines and resolve discrepancies.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $23 to $24/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 Robert Half Benefits Website for more information.</p>
  • 2025-12-18T19:50:12Z
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