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Financial Reporting Analyst

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 96000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $96,000 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]. Role OverviewThe Financial Reporting Analyst is responsible for collecting, inputting, and maintaining required information in the financial statements within SEC filings (Form 10-K, Form 10-Qs, and 8-Ks), as well as our international and statutory reporting requirements. In addition, this position supports the financial reporting team in the research and implementation of new and existing accounting pronouncements and assists with various special projects, process improvement and automation, and supporting timely and accurate financial reporting for our internal and external stakeholders. Job Description:<ul><li>Collects information, prepares, and/or maintains the quarterly and annual reports on Forms 10-Q and Form 10-K</li><li>Collects information, prepares, and/or maintains the annual statutory filings for additional U.S. entities under U.S. GAAP and international entities under IFRS or local GAAP</li><li>Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance</li><li>Own process and procedure improvements and automation initiatives to enhance timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Prepares and maintains the quarterly related party procedures and updates, and other board reporting as needed</li><li>Assists with design and compilation of monthly reporting packages to business leadership</li><li>Support SOX controls by maintaining process documentation and execution according to risk assessment and control frameworks</li><li>Liaison with external auditors for quarterly and annual reports, as well as statutory and international reports</li><li>Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations, including new and existing accounting pronouncements and SEC guidance, to ensure compliance</li><li>Regular attendance at the workplace in a traditional office environment may be required</li><li>Performs other related duties as required or requested</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$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]. 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. Job Description:<ul><li>Assist in the preparation of the quarterly external financial statements to ensure disclosures are complete and accurate, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Equity and Statement of Cash Flows</li><li>Prepare monthly internal management flash reports</li><li>Assist in the monthly close process by preparing monthly journal entries, including preparation of account reconciliations and other supporting schedules</li><li>Perform and document the company's annual goodwill and intangible impairment testing procedures</li><li>Rollforward quarterly financial statements in Workiva</li><li>Research new accounting pronouncements and document how these will impact the company</li><li>Research SEC and US GAAP guidance including performing peer research for various disclosures as necessary</li><li>Work with auditors to answer questions and resolve questions</li><li>Monthly/quarterly analytics over the financial statements</li><li>Prioritize projects in order to meet deadlines; ability to coordinate multiple aspects of key financial reporting deliverables in a timely fashion</li></ul>Relationships and People<ul><li>Develop and maintain relationships with third party consultants, external auditors, business partners across the company, including affiliate finance personnel, Corporate FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Global Shared Services and KPMG</li><li>Work with accounting personnel from domestic and foreign affiliates to resolve issues in a timely manner</li><li>Train and develop new staff in the department, as needed</li></ul>
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$105,000 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] 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. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:The ideal candidate will leverage their analytical expertise and retail knowledge to provide actionable insights, manage financial reporting, and support business decision-making. This role requires a strong understanding of retail operations, financial planning, and accounting principles used in the retail industry.<ul><li>Complete various reports for accounting; itemize transactions on various reports into spreadsheets.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis on retail performance, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Analyze sales, margins, and inventory to provide insights that drive profitability</li><li>Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts, aligning with retail goals.</li><li>Monitor retail department budgets to ensure adherence and highlight variances</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Manage general ledger accounting and ensure compliance with GAAP</li><li>Reconcile accounts related to retail operations, including inventory and accounts payable.</li><li>Track and analyze key retail metrics such as inventory turnover, foot traffic, and basket size.</li><li>Utilize retail POS systems to extract and analyze data.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting and reporting processes.</li><li>Enhance retail reporting systems to improve data visibility for stakeholders</li><li>Accounts Receivable:</li><li> - Process and reconcile all customer invoices and payments.</li><li> - Research and resolve customer billing inquiries and disputes.</li><li> - Maintain accurate customer account records.</li><li> - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts receivable aging reports.</li><li> - Assist in the collection of outstanding debts.</li><li>Accounts Payable:</li><li> - Process and reconcile vendor invoices and payments.</li><li> - Maintain accurate vendor records.</li><li> - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts payable reports.</li><li> - Research and resolve vendor payment discrepancies.</li><li> - Assist with vendor relations.</li><li>Sales Tax:</li><li> - Prepare and file monthly/quarterly sales tax returns accurately and on time.</li><li> - Maintain accurate sales tax records and reconciliations.</li><li> - Research and stay updated on sales tax laws and regulations.</li><li> - Assist with audits and tax examinations.</li><li>Developing spreadsheet.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager - Financial Reporting

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $130,000-$135,000 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] The Manager of Financial Reporting will play a key role in both external and internal management reporting. This individual will work closely with Financial Planning and Analysis, Treasury, Tax, Regional Finance teams, and the Corporate Accounting team to consolidate and report the Company’s results. This individual will be responsible for the preparation and review of the disclosures included in its 10-Q and 10-K as well as assist with internal management reporting, reporting to government agencies, and standalone entity audits. A successful candidate for this role will be strong in both technical accounting and analytical skills and have strong communication skills. <ul><li>Review of consolidated balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and footnotes in accordance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements</li><li>Involvement in the internal reporting process on a monthly basis, including preparation and review of the monthly reporting package and analysis, as well as working with the business unit finance teams to streamline process and improve content</li><li>Review and prepare as necessary consolidation and intercompany elimination entries</li><li>Prepare and approve chart of account updates</li><li>Monitor and analyze accounting data loaded to the system monthly</li><li>Review support to be provided to external auditors</li><li>Review and prepare, when necessary, standalone entity external audited financial statements and footnotes on an as-needed basis</li><li>Assist with the optimization of consolidation and reporting procedures, including reducing the time to close and reporting results</li><li>Ensure XBRL reporting requirements are met, including establishing best practices</li><li>Participate in the preparation of materials for the Company's Audit Committee of the Board of Directors meetings</li><li>Supervise seniors on the team and provide direction and oversight</li><li>Participate in assigned special projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant - Reporting

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
105000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $105,000-$110,000 and it comes with benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401k & time off. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Primary Duties: · Prepare, review and coordinate SEC and FERC filings, including the preparation of consolidated balance sheets, income statements and statements of cash flows and drafting and compiling disclosures and supplemental information. Prepare and review supporting financial schedules for the 10-Qs and 10-K to ensure adequate disclosures. Maintain tie-out binders to support all filings.· Interact regularly with various teams throughout the organization as well as external auditors to coordinate the timely preparation and completion of external financial filings. Work closely with team members to ensure reporting issues are being properly addressed and communicated to business units and management.· Participate in the preparation of board presentations, investor presentations and the earnings release.· Participate in the XBRL tagging process ensure that appropriate tags are being utilized.· Assist with projects related to the optimization of reporting procedures and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.· Perform special projects requiring technical accounting research and analyses of financial information as needed. Job Description: · Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.· Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.· Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.· Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.· 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.· Work with various parties, both within the Controllers 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.· 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.· May participate in planning processes at project and departmental level.· Work under minimal supervision.
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant - Reporting

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Upgrade your sweater weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance. Job Description:The Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting will support the preparation of monthly internal management reporting as well as quarterly and annual financial reporting, including but not limited to, filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statement, etc.), standalone audit reports, and census reporting. A successful candidate for this role will have strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, and organizational skills with the ability to follow projects through to completion with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare consolidated balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows, and footnotes in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements</li><li>Assist with internal reporting activities, including preparation of the monthly CFO reporting package and related analysis</li><li>Review financial and other information submitted by divisions for financial reporting</li><li>Review debt covenant calculations</li><li>Develop process improvements and increase efficiencies in the Company’s consolidation and reporting procedures</li><li>Support the preparation and review of quarterly earnings releases and related materials</li><li>Prepare standalone entity financial statements and footnotes</li><li>Perform review of XBRL tagging to ensure reporting requirements are met</li><li>Prepare support to be provided to external auditors</li><li>Participate in special projects and accounting research as needed</li><li>Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt core values</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Financial Reporting Senior Manager

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
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] 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 Financial Reporting Senior Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks. 1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees2) They have higher bonus structures3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)5) And more… Job Description<ul><li>The primary responsibilities of this role will be assisting in the management of the consolidated financial statements for public, lender and joint venture reporting under both a GAAP and IFRS basis</li><li>This role will present opportunities to work on unique/complex transactions requiring technical accounting assessments and cross-department coordination</li><li>Assist in the review of consolidated financial statements for reporting to our parent entity and third parties, which includes balance sheet, income statement, cash flows and other supporting schedules</li><li>Assist in the review of footnotes and disclosures required in our quarterly and annual reporting to bondholders</li><li>Coordinate with other groups with the Accounting Department, as well as Finance, Tax, Capital Markets, Investments and Legal to manage reporting solutions</li><li>Manage and coach staff accountants by delegating work and reviewing finished products to ensure they meet stated deadlines</li><li>Assist in performing technical research on significant transactions including preparation of the quarterly significant transaction log on both a GAAP and IFRS basis</li><li>Work with auditors to assist in quarterly and year-end audit procedures including audit requests</li><li>Maintain SOX compliance and coordinate responses to requests made by internal and external auditors</li><li>Take part of the Company's implementation and transition of new enterprise system</li><li>Research financial statement analytics to include in our quarterly results package to our parent entity</li><li>Assist with special accounting and financial reporting projects, as needed</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Lisle, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a steel manufacturing organization in Lisle, Illinois on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position supports a complex payroll accounting environment with a strong emphasis on reconciliation, audit review, payroll reporting, and financial accuracy across multiple entities. The role also contributes to selected payroll processing activities while helping address outstanding payroll work tied to post-acquisition catch-up efforts. Responsibilities:• Validate payroll calculations by reviewing employee time and pay data to confirm accurate earnings and deductions.• Reconcile payroll results to year-end reporting, including W-2 balances, and investigate variances through detailed audit work.• Examine employee tax information and assist with payroll tax analysis to support compliant reporting.• Contribute to backlog reduction efforts related to acquisition-driven payroll cleanup and reconciliation activities.• Provide payroll accounting support across 23 payroll groups, ensuring timely review and issue resolution.• Perform payroll-related cash balancing and general ledger reconciliation for transactions spanning 9 companies.• Produce and evaluate payroll reports using Cognos Analytics to identify discrepancies, trends, and outstanding items.• Apply accounting fundamentals, including debits and credits, to payroll entries, reconciliations, and reporting accuracy.• Process payroll for two smaller business units while coordinating with stakeholders to clear exceptions promptly. The hourly pay range for this position is $33 to $40/hour. 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 roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
190000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $190,000 - $200,000 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]. Responsibilities<ul><li>Own the preparation and filing of SEC reports including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial statements and disclosures.</li><li>Oversee consolidated financial reporting for a global structure of 100+ legal entities, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance across all regions and business units.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, including documentation, testing, and remediation of key controls related to financial reporting.</li><li>Coordinate with investor relations, legal, and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate filings.</li><li>Lead coordination of external audits, including planning, deliverables, issue resolution, and communication with audit teams.</li><li>Present key disclosures and financial insights to senior leadership, including the CEO and CFO.</li><li>Monitor and interpret new SEC regulations and accounting standards, providing guidance on impacts.</li><li>Benchmark peer disclosures and Non-GAAP metrics to inform reporting strategy.</li><li>Lead technical accounting for complex transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.</li><li>Manage integration of large-scale acquisitions, including financial reporting alignment, system harmonization, and internal control implementation.</li><li>Oversee complex accounting matters and related external reporting impacts.</li><li>Prepare and review technical accounting memos, transaction-related memos, pro forma disclosures, and regulatory filings.</li><li>Manage accounting policy changes and standard adoptions, including auditor communications.</li><li>Implement revenue recognition standards across diverse business models and contract types.</li><li>Review contracts for accounting implications, including leasing, financing, and foreign currency impacts.</li><li>Oversee pension accounting and coordination of actuarial valuations.</li><li>Manage hedge accounting programs and ensure proper documentation and compliance.</li><li>Review and support accounting for stock-based compensation plans.</li><li>Prepare and analyze segment reporting, including implementation of changes to reporting structures.</li><li>Conduct goodwill and intangible asset impairment reviews and reporting unit analyses.</li><li>Support restructuring accounting and related disclosures.</li><li>Lead initiatives to enhance reporting systems and automate financial processes.</li><li>Drive improvements in close timelines and reporting accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline acquisition accounting and month-end close processes.</li><li>Support financial systems optimization, including work with platforms such as Syteline, OneStream, and HFM.</li></ul>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
Financial Analyst - Entry Level,Financial Analysis,Data Analysis,Financial Markets,Bloomberg Terminal,Financial-Perform accounting and reporting related to the investment securities portfolio, including journal entries, reconciliations, dividend and tax payment processing, and securities-related accounting activities. Support ALM and financial reporting initiatives by validating and analyzing financial data, reconciling information between systems, and assisting with forecasting and balance sheet reporting. Use advanced Excel functions including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data comparisons, and large dataset manipulation to identify discrepancies and support decision-making. Combine, cleanse, and validate data from multiple sources to support regulatory, accounting, and management reporting requirements. Partner with finance leadership on ad hoc analyses, process improvements, and automation opportunities, including use of financial systems and analytical tools. Assist with financial forecasting, reporting packages, reconciliations, and special projects as needed. Preferred Qualifications bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. 3+ years of accounting or financial analysis experience. Experience with securities accounting, investment portfolios, banking, treasury, or ALM reporting preferred. Strong understanding of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and large data set analysis. Experience using data analytics, reporting, or automation tools is a plus.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support informed business decisions through accurate reporting, thoughtful analysis, and clear financial insights in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with at least 2 years of experience who can evaluate performance trends, build financial models, and respond to evolving business needs with timely ad hoc analysis. The successful candidate will partner with stakeholders to interpret results, identify key variances, and help improve financial planning and operational visibility. Responsibilities: • Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that translate data into meaningful business insights for leadership and cross-functional teams. • Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, scenario planning, and strategic decision-making. • Analyze actual results against forecasts, budgets, and prior periods to explain performance drivers and highlight risks or opportunities. • Perform detailed variance analysis on revenue, expenses, and operating metrics to support accurate financial assessments. • Gather, organize, and validate financial data from multiple sources to ensure reporting accuracy and consistency. • Partner with business stakeholders to understand financial questions, provide analytical support, and recommend practical next steps. • Monitor trends and key performance indicators to identify changes in business performance and communicate findings clearly. • Assist with process improvements related to financial analysis and reporting workflows to enhance efficiency and data reliability.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Skokie, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an entry-level accounting team member to join a wholesale distribution organization in Skokie, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to build practical experience in billing operations, financial reconciliations, and month-end accounting support while working with internal teams and offshore partners. The role is suited to someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to accurate financial processing in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review client invoices to support timely and accurate billing in accordance with established procedures. • Reconcile project-related costs and financial records to help ensure charges are complete, properly recorded, and ready for recognition. • Assist with month-end close activities by compiling accounting data, posting entries, and resolving discrepancies before reporting deadlines. • Partner with internal departments and offshore support teams to address billing questions, validate information, and maintain smooth workflow coordination. • Perform account, bank, and subledger reconciliations to identify variances and support clean financial records. • Support accounts receivable and accounts payable processes by verifying transactions, tracking open items, and helping resolve exceptions. • Maintain organized documentation for billing and accounting activities to support audit readiness and reporting accuracy.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Upgrade your sweater weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance. Job Description:• Prepares and reviews federal and state tax filings for partnerships, corporations, and individuals • Provides the first-level review of workpapers with the opportunity to consider and identify key tax issues that have not been identified by other DFMC teams • Performs research and analysis of critical tax issues and summarizes findings for the Tax Group • Utilizes technical expertise gained through tax research and analysis to recommend tax treatment for tax issues that arise during discussions with the Tax Group and other DFMC teams • Prepares and reviews foreign filings (Forms 5471, 8865, 926, FBAR), tracks foreign filings, and documents analysis to support positions taken for foreign filings • Interacts with portfolio companies to assist with tax planning, structuring and administration. • Collaborates with other DFMC groups and develops relationships that are crucial to the success of DFMC’s tax compliance season each year • Educates other DFMC teams through trainings as new tax reform topics and other tax issues become relevant • Collaborates with the IT team to produce and implement new technology and procedures that will increase efficiency in the tax return preparation process • Reviews notice response packages to send to various taxing authorities and assists with any federal, state and local tax audits
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 plus bonus and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. The focus of this position will be on the delivery of financial services to a set of individual clients through accounting, operational activities, and reporting. Job Description: <ul><li>Manage the personal accounting for a variety of the company’s clients, both individuals and trusts. This includes preparing journal entries and finalizing personal financial statements on a monthly basis. This also includes completing a quarterly reporting package with detailed financial analyses, for example, budget vs. actual spending summaries.</li><li>Within twelve months, recommend a new personal financial report, analysis, or graphic to be included with the quarterly reporting package for the individual or trust clients which you manage.</li><li>Manage the annual financial reporting, administration of grants, and recording of documentation for a private foundation. This includes preparation of federal and state tax filings and calculation of the required minimum charitable distributions.</li><li>Within six months, assume responsibility for the company’s cash management activities. This includes initiating weekly cash transfers on behalf of our business entities and individual clients, reviewing individual investor accounts for liquidity limitations, and coordinating monthly income distributions to individual clients.</li><li>Gather and organize all annual tax information necessary for the preparation of income tax filings for our clients.</li><li>Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments for individuals and trusts.</li><li>Prepare annual extension estimates of taxable income from underlying investments.</li><li>Participate in recurring calls with external service providers (public accounting firms).</li><li>Manage the tax compliance calendar and track the ongoing progress of annual tax returns for all entities.</li><li>Prepare tax returns to be reviewed and signed by the CFO (Individual x1, Trust x1, and a Private Foundation x1). Review tax returns prepared by external service providers (Corporations x2, Partnership x8, Individuals x4, and Trusts x27).</li><li>Work closely with CFO and President in any tax planning/modeling on behalf of our clients (e.g., estate planning, charitable tax planning, etc.)</li><li>Coordinate real estate tax payments, required annual state filings for LLCs, and draft responses to federal and state income tax notices, as needed.</li><li>Within six months, manage the annual calculation of after-tax investment returns for each of our underlying partnership investments (excluding private equity).</li><li>Complete a variety of ad hoc projects working directly with the company’s President, CFO, Client Service Manager, or other team members on an as needed basis. This might include projects related to Corporate and Partnership Accounting, Private Equity & Compliance, Payroll, Administration, Debt and Liquidity Planning, or other analyses requested by the company’s clients.</li></ul>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Park Ridge, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a team supporting association-focused financial operations in Morton Grove, Illinois. This is a Contract position for a detail oriented individual who can manage day-to-day accounting activities, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders. The role will contribute to budgeting oversight for multiple associations while helping keep financial processes organized and on schedule. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring invoices, payments, and receipts are processed accurately and in a timely manner. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain complete and accurate financial records within the general ledger. • Perform bank and account reconciliations to identify discrepancies and support reliable month-end reporting. • Assist with monthly budget preparation and budget-to-actual reviews for seven associations, helping leadership monitor financial performance. • Support month-end close activities by organizing financial data, reviewing balances, and preparing routine accounting reports. • Use QuickBooks Online and Excel to maintain records, generate reports, and track financial activity across assigned entities. • Communicate with partners, staff, and support personnel to resolve accounting questions and keep financial information current. • Coordinate with the accounting assistant and other team members to ensure coverage of recurring accounting tasks and reporting needs.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description:<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>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $180,000-$200,000 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] 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. Job Description:Project and Asset Accounting<ul><li>Oversee project accounting (CapEx and OpEx), ensuring accurate tracking, cost allocations, and capitalization of project expenditures in compliance with U.S. GAAP.</li><li>Manage fixed asset accounting, including asset capitalization, depreciation schedules, impairment assessments, and disposals.</li><li>Manage intangible asset accounting, including capitalization, amortization schedules, impairment assessments, and divestitures / disposals.</li><li>Lead lease accounting under ASC 842, ensuring accurate lease classification, right-of-use asset accounting, and financial disclosures.</li><li>Collaborate with project management, finance, and operations teams to improve capital expenditure tracking and financial controls.</li><li>Mineral Reserve reporting (S-K 1300) finance support analytics and commentary</li><li>Properties & Facilities reporting finance support analytics and commentary</li><li>Sustainability & Environmental reporting finance support analytics and commentary</li><li>Support account receivable aging analysis and allowance for doubtful accounts analysis through the leveraging / addition of credit assessment, past due history, collections status, etc.</li></ul> Financial Compliance and Internal Controls<ul><li>Maintain compliance with U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and corporate accounting policies.</li><li>Develop and implement internal controls to ensure financial accuracy and mitigate risk in project and asset accounting.</li><li>Support internal and external audits, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance financial reporting accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.</li></ul> Data Analytics and Financial Insights<ul><li>Utilize data tools such as Power Query, Power BI, Alteryx, and Python to develop financial models, automate reporting, and generate actionable insights.</li><li>Improve data governance and system integration to enhance financial reporting accuracy, accessibility, and automation.</li><li>Provide data analytics and reporting support across finance, shared services, and accounting to drive strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
190000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
5+ Years of Public Accounting experienceBachelor's in Accounting or FinanceCPA a plus Benefit : Medical/Dental, 401k & PTO “Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.” to your posting. Once complete, let me know.
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant – SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting

Chicago, Illinois
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
The salary 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] 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. Job Description: 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.<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>
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, preparing tax-related documentation, and ensuring the integrity of general ledger activity. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage routine financial processes with accuracy and consistency. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries to support monthly and periodic accounting activity. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Assist with corporate tax filings and related documentation in compliance with applicable requirements. • Manage sales tax calculations, reporting, and submission processes across assigned jurisdictions. • Review financial data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies through research and analysis. • Support closing activities by organizing schedules, substantiating balances, and updating accounting records. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information needed for tax reporting and account analysis.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Rosemont, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary for this position is up to $75,000-$80,000 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] Role Description This is a full-time role for a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, expense allocation, account analysis and reconciliation. The Staff Accountant will also provide support during the external audit process, monthly financial close, completion of government surveys, and various other tasks. This role requires the individual to be in the office Mon. – Thur. and work from home Fri., with location at Rosemont, IL.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75000 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]. About The RoleAs a Staff Accountant you will be an essential member of the accounting and finance team. 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. Job Description:• 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• 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.• Manage the banking system in-terms of making the relevant invoice payments and control over the daily movements of the cash operations• Ensure relevant internal controls are in place for the accounting and finance operations• Identify process improvements and assist in the implementation of relevant process change, policies and procedures; to enhance the existing control environment• Have a strong understanding of internal control environment relevant for a financial institution.• 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.• 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.• 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.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is up to $75,000- $80,000 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] 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. Job description The Staff Accountant will be an integral part of the team that offers a wide variety of experiences and plenty of opportunities for professional growth and exposure to upper management. The Staff Accountant’s primary responsibilities will be month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting. Also, working under the direction of the Asst Controller, the Staff Accountant will support the preparation of agency documents for pooling purposes. <ul><li>Responsible for the preparation of timely and accurate monthly financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Responsible for preparation and timely input of daily journal entries</li><li>Perform month-end close duties including assigned balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with third-party audit requests, preparation of year-end audit schedules, and footnote preparation</li><li>Assist in documentation of policies and procedures while identifying and driving improvement opportunities. Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction to accomplish objectives</li><li>Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines</li><li>Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
145000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $145,000 - $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] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. Responsibilities<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>
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Fast-Track Career Advancement Opportunity (This position is expected to advance quickly within the company over the next few months.) 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] Position Summary:The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for general ledger accounting for various reporting entities; including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules and account reconciliations, reconciling cash, and assisting with monthly financial statement analysis. The Staff Accountant will also have treasury management responsibilities including processing wires and managing bank accounts, and will assist with special projects. Responsibilities • Review and upload property level financial statements and reporting packages provided by third-party property managers in connection with the month and quarter-end close.• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for monthly general ledger close. Assist with preparation of financial statement consolidations and compilation of GAAP and tax basis financial statements for various reporting entities.• Prepare budget vs. actual variance reports. Assist in providing follow-up and documentation of significant variances.• Assist with year-end audit and tax preparation, respond to external auditor and tax preparer requests and organize work paper documentation in connection with the year-end audit process.• Assist with processing monthly capital calls and distributions, including preparation of wires, investor notices and underlying accounting entries.• Assist with the preparation and timely submission of debt compliance materials to lenders.• Support the company's Asset Management team with preparation of property-level financial analysis.• Assist with special projects assigned by management.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

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