We are looking for a success-driven Operations Specialist to join our growing team in Gurnee, Illinois. This Contract-to-Permanent position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment. In this role, you will support key operational processes, ensuring efficiency and accuracy across quoting, logistics, and project management functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist in managing project logistics, including coordinating with warehouse partners and ensuring timely receipt and handling of materials.<br>• Support the quoting team by analyzing and processing multiple client quotes to maintain accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Utilize software tools like Excel and Microsoft Suite to create spreadsheets, generate reports, and implement formulas.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline operations and improve cross-departmental communication.<br>• Monitor and update online portals, ensuring data is accurate and accessible for project tracking.<br>• Contribute to the management of client projects, working closely with designers, architects, and other stakeholders.<br>• Identify opportunities to optimize operational processes and implement innovative solutions.<br>• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project progress and operational performance.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong>:</p><ul><li>Manage and oversee the daily operations of the corporate accounting department, ensuring all corporate financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</li><li>Monitor, compile, and analyze detailed cash flow reports, compiling historical cash flows and forecasting future cash requirements to ensure optimal liquidity for the organization’s operations. This includes analyzing cash flow trends, predicting future cash needs, and advising on cash management strategies.</li><li>Oversee income tax preparations for multiple entities, ensuring timely filing, compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and advise on tax strategies and implications of business decisions. This involves staying updated on tax laws and coordination with our external tax preparers and advisors.</li><li>Review and analyze accounting data to produce accurate financial reports, which are essential for strategic planning and decision-making.</li><li>Enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles to ensure that all financial activities align with legal standards and company policies.</li><li>Monitor systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting department, if necessary.</li><li>Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy, providing guidance and leadership to the accounting team.</li><li>Maintain treasury management relationships and administer banking activity including account maintenance and ensuring compliance with banking requirements.</li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$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>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><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>Prepare bookkeeping on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis</li><li>Perform general accounting duties including entering transactions and reconciling general ledger, credit card, and cash accounts.</li><li>Verify, complete and reconcile payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.</li><li>Monitor accounts receivable for accuracy of financial reporting</li><li>Deposits of checks through the check readers for our banks</li><li>Record receipts and ensure matching between bank statement, cash subledger and general ledger</li><li>Responsible for all office duties, including ordering supplies, ensuring all office space maintenance/repair issues are dealt with on a timely basis, administering all communications to necessary parties (mail, courier, fax, telephone, cell phones)</li><li>Administer centralized office services (FedEx, office supplies, etc)</li><li>Primary phone contact for Chicago office, receiving and screening all in-coming phone calls</li><li>Responsible for all physical access issues such as IDs, keys and coordination with building management</li><li>Organize staff meetings/office events to include sending information emails to entire staff</li></ul><p> </p>
We are looking for a dedicated Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team on a contract basis in Kingston, Washington. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of software quality through the development and execution of robust testing strategies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support the delivery of reliable and efficient products.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and manage comprehensive test strategies, plans, and cases to validate both new and existing system features.<br>• Design and implement automated testing frameworks for functional, regression, and performance evaluations.<br>• Select and integrate appropriate testing tools, such as Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress, to streamline automation processes.<br>• Utilize GitHub Copilot to enhance test development efficiency and maintain high code quality.<br>• Collaborate with development, product, and DevOps teams to ensure smooth and high-quality software releases.<br>• Conduct code reviews with a focus on identifying and improving testability and overall product quality.<br>• Monitor and report on key quality metrics, including test coverage, defect rates, and performance indicators.<br>• Maintain and optimize CI/CD pipeline integration for automated testing workflows.<br>• Continuously refine QA processes and tools to align with evolving industry standards and best practices.
We are looking for a skilled Treasury Manager to lead the company’s treasury operations and ensure financial stability. In this role, you will oversee liquidity management, banking relationships, and compliance, while driving strategic initiatives to optimize cash flow and financial performance. This position is ideal for an analytical individual who excels at both strategic planning and operational execution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily cash positioning and liquidity operations to ensure smooth financial processes.<br>• Develop and refine short- and long-term cash flow forecasting models to align with organizational goals.<br>• Oversee banking relationships, including negotiating credit card programs, merchant services, and bank fees.<br>• Lead treasury-related aspects of the annual budgeting process by collaborating with finance and operations teams.<br>• Conduct detailed analyses of treasury operations, including variance reporting and working capital optimization.<br>• Ensure compliance with treasury policies, regulatory requirements, and banking covenants.<br>• Support debt management activities such as monitoring interest expenses and assisting with financing transactions.<br>• Collaborate with accounting, finance, and business leaders to provide actionable insights for financial decision-making.<br>• Drive process improvements and identify opportunities for automation within treasury functions.<br>• Monitor and report on treasury-related metrics to maintain transparency and accountability.
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead critical initiatives within the banking industry in Merrillville, Indiana. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in overseeing system transitions, optimizing processes, and ensuring seamless collaboration across various teams. This position requires a proactive individual with strong leadership skills and a depth of experience in project management and financial systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and manage the migration of accounting data and business processes to new systems.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to define, validate, and optimize accounting workflows and product requirements.<br>• Lead data analysis, mapping, and conversion efforts to ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Coordinate system testing and validation processes to ensure successful implementation.<br>• Document project progress, key findings, and outcomes for internal and external reporting.<br>• Facilitate communication and provide guidance to end users during the transition period.<br>• Support post-conversion activities to address challenges and optimize system performance.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to redesign business processes and enhance efficiency.<br>• Act as a liaison between accounting teams and external providers to ensure smooth integration.
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations, ensuring the seamless acquisition of materials and goods for manufacturing and distribution. This role will involve sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, managing inventory levels, and ensuring cost-effective procurement strategies. Located in Downers Grove, Illinois, this position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals with a strong background in purchasing and supply chain management. Please note, this is a Contract-to-permanent position.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute purchasing strategies that align with organizational goals for cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery.</p><p>• Source and negotiate with domestic and international suppliers for raw materials, including steel, sheet metal, aluminum, and safety products.</p><p>• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring compliance with quality standards, pricing agreements, and delivery schedules.</p><p>• Oversee the entire purchase order process, from requisition to delivery, maintaining accurate records for pricing, quantities, and specifications.</p><p>• Collaborate with production and inventory teams to forecast material needs and maintain optimal stock levels.</p><p>• Manage inventory levels by implementing cost-effective replenishment strategies and monitoring reorder points.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for cost savings through improved sourcing, volume consolidation, and effective contract negotiations.</p><p>• Stay informed about market trends, material costs, tariffs, and logistics to mitigate risks and maintain supply chain stability.</p><p>• Oversee international shipping, customs compliance, and import/export documentation to ensure smooth operations.</p><p>• Prepare and present detailed purchasing reports and cost analyses to management, providing actionable insights for decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $30/hr to $43/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 <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information.</p>
We are looking for a Senior Demand Planner to join our team in Rosemont, Illinois. This position offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supply chain management within the manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will drive forecasting accuracy, analyze market trends, and collaborate across departments to meet business objectives and customer demand effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the demand planning process to develop precise forecasts for all SKUs, ensuring alignment with business goals.<br>• Analyze market trends and conduct competitive assessments to inform strategic planning.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales and supply chain, to ensure accurate demand forecasting.<br>• Manage large and complex data sets to improve forecast accuracy and reduce bias.<br>• Develop actionable insights based on sales data and trends to support decision-making.<br>• Maintain strong partnerships with stakeholders to gather relevant information and enhance forecasting processes.<br>• Prioritize tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment to meet project deadlines and deliverables.<br>• Identify opportunities to optimize inventory planning and ensure product availability.<br>• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and responsiveness.
We are looking for a skilled Customer Service Representative to join our team in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. This is a long-term contract opportunity for an individual who excels in providing exceptional customer support and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a solid understanding of computer applications to effectively manage customer interactions and data entry tasks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Respond to inbound calls and address customer inquiries with professionalism and efficiency.<br>• Provide outstanding customer service, ensuring all issues and concerns are resolved promptly.<br>• Handle email correspondence and maintain clear communication with customers.<br>• Perform accurate data entry to update customer records and manage order information.<br>• Process customer orders and ensure timely follow-up on requests.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets for tracking and reporting purposes.<br>• Collaborate with team members to deliver seamless support and maintain high service standards.<br>• Engage in outbound calls when necessary to address customer needs or follow up.<br>• Maintain a thorough understanding of products and services to assist customers effectively.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve customer satisfaction and streamline processes.
