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44 results for Payroll Specialistadministrator in Chicago, IL

Payroll Administrator
  • Addison, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 27.55 - 31.90 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Addison, Illinois. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to manage complex, multi-state payroll systems while contributing to process improvements and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and a background in payroll accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer payroll operations across 30-50 states, ensuring accuracy and compliance with varying regulations.</p><p>• Manage Certified Payroll processes, utilizing tools such as certified trackers and customer-specific platforms.</p><p>• Address backlogged payroll tasks and support ongoing needs due to staffing changes.</p><p>• Perform detailed data entry, including handling garnishments and line-item breakdowns.</p><p>• Assess existing payroll workflows and implement streamlined processes for efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with contractors to meet state-specific and client-driven reporting requirements.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate processing for benefits, including 401k administration.</p><p>• Generate and analyze payroll reports using tools like Crystal Reports and ADP Workforce Now.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with state and federal auditing standards.</p><p><br></p><p>The hourly pay rate range of this position is $28 to $32, plus bonus. Benefits available to Full-Time Engagement Professionals include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources.  </p>
  • 2025-09-30T20:38:48Z
Accounting Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-29T15:59:16Z
Accounting Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-10T19:48:45Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-26T13:09:39Z
Accounting Manager
  • Oak Terrace, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-10T19:48:45Z
Accounting Manager
  • Rosemont, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-10T19:48:45Z
Tax & Accounting Senior Manager - Public
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 160000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-25T17:38:42Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-10-04T02:48:49Z
Accounting Manager
  • Lincolnwood, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-10T19:48:45Z
Finance Lead
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 185000.00 - 190000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $190,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Position Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Work with Senior Leadership Team and Financial Leadership Team to understand the company’s vision and strategy and develop integrated EPM vision and strategies that are aligned with the company's overall strategic initiatives and financial objectives</li><li>Facilitate the establishment of daily, weekly and monthly reporting requirements</li><li>Give significant input to the development of company enterprise structure required to achieve reporting requirements and coordinate with finance and IT resources towards implementation of a transaction systems all the way through EPM reporting systems</li><li>Participate in the selection and configuration of EPM reporting tools consisting of 1) Actual Consolidation, 2) Planning and Forecasting, 3) Workforce Planning, 4) Long Range Planning (3 to 5 years), 5) Integrated Management Reporting and 6) External / SEC Reporting among others [tools currently being implemented are Tagetik and SAP’s SAC]</li><li> Create the vision and strategies for actual, plan / forecast and long range planning reporting</li><li>Establish financial standard reports to assure “one version of the truth”</li><li>Create and govern required reporting Master Data Management (MDM) Change Control processes (for entities, profit centers, cost centers, chart of accounts, standard reporting formats among others) as part of the Enterprise Master Data Governance program.</li><li>Establish links between various transformation initiatives and business strategies using methods/approaches such as capability assessment, business/financial analysis, process management and re-design, organizational assessment and stakeholder management</li><li>Contribute with financial specific expertise in establishing governance program conducted by the Master Core Data Team.</li><li>Support acquisition integration efforts by developing/enhancing playbook activities and repeatable processes for efficient and timely integration of financial data</li><li>Provide direct oversight for the management and prioritization of key projects and milestones. Responsible for overall project/program quality assurance</li><li>Provide thought leadership to ensure program objectives are achieved and stakeholders are aligned</li><li>Work directly with key stakeholders and business partners to drive improvements in core financial processes such as close/consolidations; planning, budgeting and forecasting; and management reporting</li><li>Foster continuous improvement mindset to drive change, improve access to critical information and enhance decision support capabilities across finance</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-23T14:44:23Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Fall is on it's way!’ 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>
  • 2025-09-29T15:44:21Z
Sr. AR Accountant
  • Plainfield, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-23T14:58:43Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Plainfield, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-10T19:34:13Z
Bookkeeper
  • Bedford Park, IL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 28.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Bookkeeper to join our team in Bedford Park, Illinois, on a Contract-to-Permanent basis. This role is integral to our daily operations, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, managing administrative tasks, and providing support to project management. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in construction-specific accounting, QuickBooks Desktop, and union payroll processes, contributing to the success of our growing team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle weekly payroll processing for approximately 45 employees, including managing payroll liabilities for child support, 401(k) contributions, and insurance.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable, determining payment schedules and generating checks, while ensuring accuracy in all transactions.</p><p>• Generate client invoices, sworn statements, and lien waivers by collaborating with project managers to assess work progress and completion percentages.</p><p>• Manage certified payroll submissions to clients and track accounts receivable, pursuing overdue invoices as needed.</p><p>• Coordinate monthly payments for union benefits, including health and welfare, dues, and pension liabilities.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts by verifying transactions and ensuring accuracy in financial records.</p><p>• Prepare payroll reports for annual insurance and union audits, as well as year-end accounting activities.</p><p>• Support employee onboarding by organizing job applications, W-4s, I-9s, direct deposit setups, and union affiliations.</p><p>• Collaborate with external accounting firms to provide year-end financial data and assist with audits.</p><p>• Maintain organized records for financial activities, including fixed asset purchases and union liabilities.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $28/hr. to $30/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-29T21:49:35Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Melrose Park, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a reputable construction company in the western suburbs. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing vendor payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the accounting team with daily operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable, preferably within the construction industry, and possess excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and verify invoices by accurately coding them to cost centers, projects, or job numbers.</p><p>• Coordinate with vendors to resolve payment inquiries and ensure compliance with lien waivers and insurance requirements.</p><p>• Schedule and execute payments, including checks, while adhering to deadlines and company policies.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Maintain detailed financial records and generate expense reports to support cost tracking and analysis.</p><p>• Monitor vendor compliance with lien laws and contractual obligations.</p><p>• Assist the Controller and accounting team with additional tasks as needed to ensure smooth operations within the department.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software, such as Acumatica, to manage accounts payable processes efficiently.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline workflows and improve payment processing timelines.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 per year + bonus (discretionary)</p><p>Benefits: 401(k) with match, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid sick time, Paid time off, Vision insurance</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688.</p>
  • 2025-09-03T17:54:04Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>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>
  • 2025-09-29T15:48:59Z
Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 100000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-10T19:34:13Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-10T19:34:13Z
Staff Accountant/Bookkeeper
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2025-09-29T15:29:02Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 25.34 - 29.34 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will support our finance department by managing various accounts payable tasks and ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a keen eye for detail.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.<br>• Perform account coding for invoices and other financial documents.<br>• Manage payments through various methods, including ACH transfers and check runs.<br>• Utilize SAP to maintain and update accounts payable records.<br>• Conduct three-way matching to reconcile purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.<br>• Scan and organize financial documents for proper record-keeping.<br>• Address vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.<br>• Assist in preparing reports related to accounts payable activities as needed.
  • 2025-10-04T16:14:07Z
Accounting Associate
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Accounting Associate. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.</p><p><br></p><p>We are offering an exciting opportunity in Chicago, Illinois, for an Accounting Associate who will have a pivotal role in our team. As an Accounting Associate, your primary focus will be on transactional duties related to Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), as well as assisting with special projects. This role is based in a dynamic environment, where you will be processing client payments, coding invoices for payment, and managing company credit card processing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Oversee the application and research of client payments and the preparation of deposits</p><p>• Process and apply coding to invoices for payment</p><p>• Assist in the management of Employee Expense and Company Credit Card processing</p><p>• Prepare and enter related journal entries accurately</p><p>• Manage and maintain accurate customer credit records</p><p>• Assist the Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects as necessary</p><p>• Ensure all processing and reporting deadlines are met</p><p>• Utilize skills in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Billing, Data Entry, Invoice Processing, Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, SAP.</p>
  • 2025-09-10T19:38:54Z
Part Time Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Part Time Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers an exciting opportunity within the real estate industry and is structured as a Contract to permanent position. With a focus on managing financial transactions and ensuring accuracy, this position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in accounts receivable and real estate experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage accounts receivable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate recording of payments.<br>• Handle cash applications and oversee daily cash activity to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Manage commercial collections, including contacting clients to resolve outstanding balances.<br>• Perform billing functions, ensuring invoices are prepared and sent in compliance with company policies.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to review and reconcile financial discrepancies.<br>• Maintain organized records of financial transactions for audit and reporting purposes.<br>• Provide regular updates on accounts receivable status and assist in improving collection processes.<br>• Utilize industry-specific knowledge to address real estate-related financial matters effectively.<br>• Support the team with ad hoc financial tasks as needed.
  • 2025-10-04T16:05:35Z
AR Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000 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><p><br></p>
  • 2025-09-10T19:34:13Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Evanston, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><em>You know what’s awesome? Sweater weather. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your Fall season. 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. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description </u></strong></p><p>The Head of Accounting will play a critical role in overseeing the financial operations related to our condo property management activities. This includes maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.</p><ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations related to property management, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance for company-owned properties.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.</li><li>Manage the annual budget preparation process and provide ongoing support for budget monitoring and forecasting.</li><li>Conduct regular reconciliations of bank accounts, tenant ledgers, and other key financial accounts.</li><li>Collaborate with property managers to ensure accurate and timely rent collections, lease accounting, and expense reporting.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and manage liquidity.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and responding to audit inquiries.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting standards, regulations, and best practices.</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2025-09-29T15:53:45Z
Bookkeeper
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.75 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced part-time Bookkeeper to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in managing financial records, ensuring accuracy, and supporting payroll and reconciliation processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual seeking stability and growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.</p><p>• Reconcile bank statements to ensure proper alignment with financial transactions.</p><p>• Process payroll using ADP and ensure timely and accurate payments.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks Online for managing and tracking financial data.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and assist in budgeting and forecasting activities.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.</p><p>• Address discrepancies and resolve financial issues promptly.</p><p>• Support periodic audits and provide documentation as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $23 to $25/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information.</p>
  • 2025-10-01T14:59:10Z
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