We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this long-term contract position, you will manage payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multi-state operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in payroll systems and regulations while contributing to the success of our organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Handle payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll systems to process employee payments and maintain records.<br>• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll reports, including tax filings and compliance documentation.<br>• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and seamless payroll operations.<br>• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and deductions.<br>• Stay updated on changes to payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.<br>• Perform audits of payroll data to identify and correct errors.<br>• Assist in special payroll projects and process improvements as needed.
<p>Payroll Specialist to handle payroll and reporting and ensure compliance with multi-state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record doing payroll for large organizations.This role requires excellent attention to detail.</p><p>For more information; email your resume to [email protected] and 630-368-1175</p><p>65k - 80k plus excellent benefits, medical, PTO and dental, 401k .</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Dayforce payroll processes for a large workforce, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and tax requirements.</p><p>• Utilize Dayforce to process bi-monthly payroll for over 2000 employees</p><p>• Maintain and update payroll records, addressing discrepancies and ensuring data integrity.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to align payroll operations with organizational goals.</p><p>• Monitor payroll system performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain smooth operations.</p><p>• Provide guidance and training to payroll staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.</p><p>• Prepare and submit payroll reports to management, highlighting key metrics and insights.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p>The Accounting Manager reports directly to the Director of Finance & Accounting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES </strong></p><p> </p><p>· Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, including AP, AR, general ledger, account reconciliation, payroll/payroll taxes, sales taxes, accruals, intercompany transactions, and both internal and external reporting</p><p>· Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L</p><p>· Prepare and analyze monthly, QTD, and YTD financial statements and related reports including, but not limited to, balance sheets, income statements, cash-flow statements, and budget-to-actual variance analyses</p><p>· Provide leadership and guidance to more junior team members within the department, and assist in the hiring, training, and retention of skilled accounting staff</p><p>· Responsible for treasury management, including the maintenance and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts, safes, and cash forecasting</p><p>· Timely filing and payment of State and Local tax obligations; supports preparation of annual tax documents </p><p>· Evaluation and implementation of accounting and internal control systems and software</p><p>· Provide financial analyses as needed, including but not limited to capital planning, pricing decisions, COGS, labor patterns, inventory variances, and vendor contract negotiations</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Sr. Payroll Consultant specializing in tax to join our team in a fully remote capacity. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a pivotal role in managing payroll processes for a large workforce. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in multi-state payroll and full-cycle payroll management to ensure compliance and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage full-cycle payroll processes for a workforce of 20,000 to 25,000 employees, including exempt, non-exempt, and California-based staff.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations, including tax filings and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to process payroll and maintain accurate employee records.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries.</p><p>• Calculate and process payroll for non-union employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Review and validate payroll data to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.</p><p>• Stay updated on payroll laws and tax regulations to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local guidelines.</p><p>• Conduct audits of payroll procedures to identify and correct inconsistencies.</p><p>• Provide detailed reporting and analysis of payroll data to stakeholders.</p><p>• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements for payroll operations.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is just around the corner’ 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><ul><li>Management of all financial accounting functions of the firm.</li><li>Leads the firm's budgeting and expense management processes, including the development of annual operating budgets and financial projections and periodic variance review</li><li>Ensures the accuracy of monthly financial reporting and assists external CPA in the preparation of financial reports</li><li>Manages all daily accounting functions: bank reconciliations, cash receipts/accounts receivables</li><li>Handles partner distribution, payroll, 401k administration, benefits administration, and expense report management</li><li>Supervises Accounting Assistant in the Accounts Payable and Billing functions</li><li>Works closely with Accounting Consultant in London client billing</li><li>Works closely with Office Manager in human resource and benefits and facilities and vendor contract management</li><li>May participate in the strategic planning of operations</li><li>Management of all billing functions of the firm.</li><li>Tracks and reports on timekeeper hours</li><li>Prepares prebills and reviews edits by billing partner(s)</li><li>Verifies the accuracy of billing entries and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepares invoices for submission to clients via various Ebilling platforms or by email, dependent on client requirements</li><li>Monitors accounts receivable and collection efforts</li><li>Submits budgets per client requirements</li><li>Works closely with billing partners on bill appeals</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role combines responsibilities in both accounting and human resources, requiring someone who is skilled at managing financial operations while supporting HR functions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment that includes both office and manufacturing settings.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer payroll processes, employee benefits, 401(k) plans, and maintain accurate employee records.</p><p>• Manage key HR tasks such as onboarding, terminations, performance reviews, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.</p><p>• Facilitate union relations, oversee grievance handling, and support contract negotiation processes.</p><p>• Monitor safety initiatives, including workers’ compensation cases, safety reporting, and compliance with safety standards.</p><p>• Coordinate employee engagement activities, such as recognition events, and ensure timely completion of HR audits.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, perform account reconciliations, and support month-end close activities.</p><p>• Manage vendor invoicing, customer collections, and cash receipt postings.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly financial and operational reports for management review.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger, process accruals, and ensure accuracy in journal entries.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary - $75-85K</p><p>Medical and Dental Vision 401K</p>
<p>We’re proud to be partnering with a long-standing, mission-driven nonprofit client of Robert Half on this impactful HR leadership opportunity. If you're a strategic HR professional looking to make a difference while growing with a fast-paced organization, this role offers both purpose and progression. As HR Manager, you’ll serve as a key advisor and operational lead across all areas of Human Resources. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership to align HR strategy with organizational goals, while managing day-to-day HR functions with precision and care. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and brings a proactive, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude. Hybrid, Chicago, IL</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead performance management cycles, coaching supervisors on feedback, goal setting, and development</li><li>Design and implement learning pathways, especially for people managers</li><li>Oversee compensation benchmarking, annual evaluations, and career pathing frameworks</li><li>Manage benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance across multiple states</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison for payroll, leave, labor relations, and HR policy interpretation</li><li>Partner with Finance to manage HR budgets and reporting</li><li>Supervise one HR Generalist, with additional team growth expected</li><li>Maintain relationship with Insperity and ensure data integrity </li><li>Drive initiatives around job architecture, succession planning, and internal mobility</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, with a focus on maintaining the integrity of financial processes and facilitating month-end close activities. This role involves managing a team, implementing process improvements, ensuring compliance, and providing valuable insights to internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and lead the accounting department, supervising basic accounting functions including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), Payroll (P/R), General Ledger (G/L), and tax payments.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives within the accounting department to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries and monthly general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Assist in establishing and documenting internal controls to maintain a robust control environment, overseeing adherence to control procedures.</li><li>Monitor and assess departmental activities, optimizing procedures and resource allocation while upholding a high level of precision.</li><li>Lead the development and growth of the accounting team, providing coaching, performance management, and development planning.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Finance, Planning & amp; Analysis (FP& A) to provide analysis, support, and insights to internal stakeholders and executive leadership.</li><li>Generate supporting schedules for audits and tax-related activities, ensuring accurate and timely information.</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘When is it okay for me to start making everything pumpkin spice flavored?’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager supervises all general accounting functions. Responsibilities will include the coordination of daily accounting operations, directing the monthly close process, coordinating the entity’s treasury operations and the preparation of accurate GAAP basis monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. Specific job duties will include:</p><ul><li>The coordination of daily financing activities with the Company’s operations team, various mortgage loan brokers, title companies, and warehouse lenders. </li><li>The preparation of quarterly operating and cash forecasts, and various financial analyses as requested from time to time by the Company’s Controller.</li><li>General supervision of the accounting team including assisting where necessary with daily general ledger posting activities. This will include the preparation of interest rate lock derivative calculations, various pricing analyses, sales commission and production bonus calculations, and the periodic mark-to-market valuation of the loans held for sale inventory.</li><li>Reviewing and maintaining all balance sheet reconciliations, and ensuring that all intercompany account balances and all bank account balances are reconciled.</li><li>Working with accounting team to document policies and procedures, and to establish proper controls to deter fraud.</li><li>Responsible for accurate financial management reporting including consolidated financial statements when appropriate.</li><li>Responsible for disbursements review and control, including payroll, shared services, debt reporting, lender covenants, and income tax reporting. </li><li>Helping to train, develop and build the accounting team, providing guidance as needed. </li><li>Working with a third party valuation company to independently value retained mortgage servicing rights. </li><li>The ability to read and to comprehensively discern the appropriate accounting recognition of various legal agreements including MLPAs, AMAs, and forward purchase and sale agreements. </li><li>Effectively and efficiently coordinate the distribution of financial information to support regulatory compliance reporting and field examinations by warehouse lenders, tax professionals, independent audit firms, and various other third party professionals. </li><li>Provide direction and supervision over: 1) The Monthly Accounting Close Process and recognition of revenue, 2) Reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts to various corporate business units. 3) Administration of treasury functions with Corporate and BU accounts.</li><li>LOS System (Encompass), GL System (NetSuite), Document Management System.</li><li>Needs to be very well organized, and know where all supporting information is located. </li><li>Directs and coordinates all loan transfers to the servicing group.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $160,000-$180,000 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 seeking a Tax and Accounting Senior Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves overseeing accounting and tax functions, including managing a team of accounting professionals, handling financial transactions, and preparing financial accounting data for multiple entities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, variance analysis, and key financial metrics for multiple entities.</p><p>• Review and ensure accuracy of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Lead a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance and training as needed.</p><p>• Manage the entire lifecycle of accounting for income taxes, including annual, quarterly, and forecasted tax rate computations.</p><p>• Oversee and review other accounting areas such as Accounts Payable, Payroll, Taxes, and Revenue operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and controls.</p><p>• Understand and manage complex partnership tax structures and transactions.</p><p>• Research tax issues and communicate implications of investment decisions to senior management.</p><p>• Coordinate compliance work, including the preparation and timely filing of tax returns for partnerships.</p><p>• Document and manage the process for quarterly estimates and filings.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor - Controller to oversee financial operation and handle project cost. In this role, you will supervise a team member and collaborate closely with department heads to optimize cash flow, manage inventory levels, and enhance cost controls. This position plays a key role in creating detailed financial analyses and reports to support company profitability.</p><p>Email your resume to [email protected] or call Danielle Tubero 630-368-1175</p><p>benefits include medical, dental, 401k , vacation and full benefit package plus bonus</p><p>salary up to 125k plus bonus. </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Strong knowledge of financial statement preparation and audits.</p><p>• Experience with account reconciliation and journal entries.</p><p>• Familiarity with inventory management and job costing analysis.</p><p>• Ability to work with international transactions and multi-currency accounting.</p><p>• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external advisors.</p><p>• Advanced proficiency in financial software and tools to streamline reporting and analysis. Supervise financial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, and general ledger maintenance, including bank reconciliations.</p><p>• Oversee month-end and year-end closings, ensuring timely creation of financial reports, revenue forecasts, and profit estimates.</p><p>• Monitor and account for inventory and cash flow projections to support operational efficiency.</p><p>• Handle job costing summaries to provide insights into project profitability.</p><p>• Track warranty claims and process adjustments to ensure compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Collaborate with a part-time bookkeeper to manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, while coordinating audits and improvements with tax advisors.</p><p>• Handle international transactions and accounting for both parts and finished goods, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong banking relationships, including negotiating terms for credit lines and other financial services.</p><p>• Assist with payroll processing and provide recommendations for currency exchange strategies based on market trends.</p><p>• Participate in special projects as needed, contributing to organizational improvements and strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration email your resume to [email protected] or call Danielle Tubero 630-368-1175</p>
<p>Global manufacturing firm has an immediate need for a Human Resources Manager. This position will provide hands-on and strategic HR support to a plant corporate facility. This role will primarly act as an individual contributor and will report to the Human Resources Director. The position works M-F on site, pays $100-$110, and offers medical, dental, vision, short and long term, and PTO.</p><p>Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><em>Hiring</em>: To include full hiring cycle in posting, pre-screening, interviewing, and on-boarding in accordance with guidelines. </p><p><em>Compensation & Total Rewards</em>: Interact with management in determining pay grades for positions and conducting market analysis to ensure pay is consistent with grade and market. Review of salaries, grades, positions periodically to ensure there is no adverse impact. Continuous improvement on reward opportunities for employees.</p><p><em>Total Benefits</em>: Understanding benefits offered and answer or direct inquiries to the appropriate resolution. Create on-going initiatives to encourage wellness and employee engagement.</p><p><em>Employee Relations: </em>Provide coaching, counseling, and conduct investigations when required to resolve employee relation issues in both union and non-union environments. Employee relations including investigations, disciplinary, terminations, and organizational restructuring.</p><p><em>Training & Development</em>: Ensure performance management is completed annually. Work with management on identifying development plans for succession planning or performance improvement and establishing training needs in line with the department needs. Conduct annual training needs analysis to set training initiatives annually. Interact with outside vendors in designing and implementing specific training needs and organize the coordination of the training.</p><p><em>HRIS:</em> Administer various employee and personnel-related databases, develop reports and evaluate procedures and technology solutions to improve HR data management and capabilities.</p><p><em>Administration:</em> Will provide direct administrative support for hourly and salary employees:</p><p><em>Payroll:</em> Support weekly and biweekly hourly payroll through Kronos and UltiPro system. On-boarding data entry of new hires into the UltiPro On-boarding module</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Des Plaines, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensure the accuracy of financial records, and support the preparation of financial reports. This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead a team, implement process improvements, and contribute to the financial health of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with the Controller to set financial goals and prepare monthly financial statements, including profit and loss reports and balance sheets.</p><p>• Oversee the accuracy and efficiency of daily accounting operations, such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash reconciliations.</p><p>• Review and resolve discrepancies in financial reports, ensuring all entries and documentation are accurate before distribution.</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entry approvals, accruals, and proper revenue and expense allocation.</p><p>• Develop expertise in all accounting functions by cross-training in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and payroll.</p><p>• Coordinate and oversee sales tax reporting for both product sales and purchases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.</p><p>• Supervise fixed asset accounting, including depreciation schedules and reconciliations to the general ledger.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of year-end financial reports, including inventory valuation and general accruals, and support the annual financial audit process.</p><p>• Identify training needs within the accounting team and implement programs to enhance skills and cross-functional knowledge.</p><p>• Monitor changes in accounting standards and tax regulations to ensure compliance and identify potential opportunities or issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include:</p><ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Vision insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Disability insurance</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>High-End Firm looking to build new team quickly due to rapid expansion.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><p>· Assist will all aspects of accounting;, financial statements, general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, revenue recognition, and various special analyses</p><p>· Manage all payments made for debts, bank loans, and other large quantities of money</p><p>· Monitor cash and funding balances</p><p>· Assist in review and analyze quarterly/annual financial reports</p><p>· Advise on financial analyses and decision-making matters with management</p><p>· Organize information and statements for audits and both internal and external auditors</p><p>· Complying with all local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, tax filings, and reporting</p><p>· Managing all aspects of the General Ledger</p><p>· Assisting in the annual budgeting process</p><p>· Ensuring company complies with all additional legal and regulatory requirements</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description </u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position</strong></p><p>This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. <strong>This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team</strong>. This position will have a close working relationship with the accounting, payroll, and finance team members as well as leadership throughout the organization.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities and core functional areas</strong></p><ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<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>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: "Winter is basically here!" and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>The position will report to the assigned Senior Accountant. This person will assist with the following responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>1. Receive mail regarding any accounting functions for assigned properties via US Mail and/or Email.</p><p><br></p><p>2. Scan and save all invoices, loan statements and bank statements in each entity’s folder via US Mail or Online download.</p><p><br></p><p>3. Seek approval for invoices that require an approval.</p><p><br></p><p>4. Enter invoices into either the bank’s PayScan system or our accounting systems (Skyline and/or AppFolio).</p><p><br></p><p>5. Update the cash sheet with deposits and payments in real time and daily for each assigned property.</p><p><br></p><p>6. Record cash receipts from tenants into our Skyline system. AppFolio tenant receipts are automatically booked.</p><p><br></p><p>7. Verify with the property manager any tenant payments that require a specific tenant charge code.</p><p><br></p><p>8. Must be a team player who is willing to cross train after main responsibilities are learned.</p><p><br></p><p>9. Assist the Senior Accountant with other tasks as needed.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$80,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Spring will be here before you know it! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the warm weather when it gets here? 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</strong></p><p>This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities and core functional areas</strong></p><ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $72,000 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><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable invoices (PO & NON-PO) in accordance with policies, procedures, and SOX compliance. Investigate and resolve problems associated with the processing of invoices. Identify and prioritize processing of invoices earning vendor discounts.</li><li>Perform daily reconciliation of freight and contract shop invoices imported into AP’s system from different ERP systems. Process invoices from the error log created by AP’s scanning software. Perform vendor statement reconciliations. Perform periodic analysis of duplicate, open, and unpaid invoices.</li><li>Process and complete all scheduled payment runs. Coordinate payment activities with Treasury, according to the prescribed process, including resolving payment issues. Analyze the payment proposal to ensure electronic methods are maximized. Ensure remittance information is accurate, including routing and account information for electronic payments.</li><li>Special projects</li><li>Maintain all aspects of the vendor master files. This includes set-up, changes, and deactivations of vendors. Assist with monthly reporting and audits. Perform monthly vendor master change review. Lead efforts in resolving IRS B-notices and perform backup withholding where applicable.</li></ul><p><strong>Typical Decisions</strong></p><ul><li>Determine which inquiries are beyond the scope of the Accounts Payable position and direct them to the appropriate department.</li><li>Ensure invoices have the appropriate approvals and documentation.</li><li>Coordinate invoice resolution of PO invoices with the appropriate individual to correct any quantity, pricing, or goods receipt issues.</li><li>Verify all payments are complete and accurate.</li><li>Determine which vendors are more suitable for the virtual credit card program versus ACH/EFT.</li><li>Identifying & prioritizing invoice processing for earning maximum discounts.</li></ul>
<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>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>This role will play an integral role in designing and building these processes, as well as collaborating with business partners to implement them throughout the organization.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities </strong></p><p>• Ability to complete AP/AR/Payroll related duties</p><p>• Apply and research client payments and prepare deposits</p><p>• Process and code invoices for payment</p><p>• Prepare related journal entries</p><p>• Assist in Employee Expense/Company Credit Card processing (Expensify)</p><p>• Meet processing and reporting deadlines</p><p>• Support Brokerage Offices by entering and processing AP/AR requests</p><p>• Responding to information requests from Brokerage Offices</p><p>• Assisting the Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects, as needed</p><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75,000 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>NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>The desired candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is detail-oriented, well organized, and can manage competing priorities while meeting constant deadlines.</p><p>Specific job responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform the accounts payable cycle to ensure timely payments of invoices to vendors, from receipt of invoices to finalizing payments, including:</li><li>Enter invoices into the accounts payable system (SAP Concur).</li><li>Gain the proper business and financial statement knowledge to administer accurate coding of each invoice, including expense categorization, approval workflow, and other applicable fields necessary for business reporting.</li><li>Assist with monitoring the accounts payable email inbox.</li><li>Prepare batch ACH and check runs, as well as wire transfers.</li><li>Ensure payment success and that all invoices are accounted for in the general ledger and the accounts payable system.</li><li>Investigate and resolve issues associated with invoice processing internally with business owners and externally with vendors.</li><li>Provide support during mergers and acquisitions, including assistance with integration of merger firm accounts payable processes and new vendor onboarding.</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment status of invoices and other ad-hoc requests.</li><li>Review and approve employee expense reimbursement reports, including verification of mandatory documentation and expensing coding accuracy.</li><li>Review, code, and reconcile monthly corporate credit card transactions.</li><li>Assist with IRS 1099 compliance and reporting.</li><li>Assist with monthly tasks, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and determining appropriate accruals.</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including depositing checks, posting receipts, and researching discrepancies.</li><li>General accounting assistance: scanning, organizing, and filing accounting documentation, opening and sorting mail for the accounting team.</li><li>Special projects or ad-hoc requests, as required.<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><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><p><br></p>
<p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><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>
<p><em>The salary range for this hybrid position is $80,000-$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><strong><u>Summary:</u></strong></p><p>Maintains client financial records including preparation of financial statements and tax returns, related</p><p>schedules, and reports. Requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a</p><p>related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the</p><p>accounting field. Relies on instructions and per-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.</p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong><em><u>Essential Duties and Specific Responsibilities</u></em><u>:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Perform general accounting and bookkeeping duties and make required adjustments to</li><li>clients QuickBooks files</li><li>Assist in the preparation of federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses,</li><li>and exempt organizations.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of sales tax and payroll tax returns</li><li>Develops an understanding of firm philosophy, values and tax opinions</li><li>Contributes to the client service team by producing quality work with quick turnaround and</li><li>attentive service</li><li>Establishes good working relationships with all partners and staff members</li><li>Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and imagination in approaching work</li><li>Performs such other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to manage essential financial operations and ensure seamless payment processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to handling accounts payable tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all responsibilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper account coding and compliance with company policies.<br>• Manage payments through various methods, including Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers and check runs.<br>• Reconcile vendor accounts to address discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to verify invoice details and resolve any payment-related issues.<br>• Maintain thorough documentation of transactions and ensure proper filing for audit purposes.<br>• Monitor accounts payable aging reports and prioritize payments accordingly.<br>• Assist with implementing and improving accounts payable processes to increase efficiency.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company guidelines in all payment activities.<br>• Support month-end close activities by providing accurate accounts payable data.<br>• Communicate effectively with vendors and stakeholders to address inquiries and build positive relationships.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000 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><strong>Job Description:</strong> </p><p> </p><p>The A/R Specialist will manage the timely and accurate collection of customer receivables for the Organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the collection, processing, and reconciliation of outstanding receivables. position supports the Company’s objectives through building relationships with customers, working cross-functionally with departments and monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor the accurate and timely generation of customer invoices, ensuring compliance with established billing policies and procedures.</li><li>Review and verify the accuracy of invoices and other billing documents.</li><li>Maintain consistent communication with contact(s) at customer to ensure prompt payment and resolve any outstanding payment issues.</li><li>Reconciliation of assigned customer accounts to identify and address discrepancies or variances.</li><li>Investigate and resolve customer inquiries related to billing discrepancies or account issues.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reporting, including aging analysis and collection forecasts.</li><li>Monitor and track customer payment trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities for process improvement.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and financial reporting.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.</li><li>Stay up to date with industry best practices and regulations related to accounts receivable and billing.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p>
