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Senior Manager Technical Accounting

Northbrook, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
Senior Manager Technical Accounting role with company in growth modeGlobal leader in their industry Excellent culture and advancement opportunities with rich benefits Candidates looking to transition from public accounting can be considered along with candidates coming from industryCPA required The OpportunityJoin a leading global organization at the forefront of critical strategic initiatives. As a key member of our Corporate Controllership function, you will serve as a global Subject Matter Expert (SME), bridging the gap between complex accounting guidance and real-world business operations.This is a high-visibility role where you will interface directly with senior leadership and global teams across Treasury, Tax, HR, and Legal. If you thrive on navigating the nuances of GAAP while influencing global financial policy, this is your next career move. What You’ll Be Doing (Impact & Responsibilities)<ul><li>Technical Authority: Research and provide well-documented conclusions for complex transactions, including revenue recognition, business combinations, divestitures, and joint ventures.</li><li>Standards Leadership: Monitor GAAP developments and lead the end-to-end implementation of new accounting and disclosure standards.</li><li>Strategic Asset Management: Own the impairment testing process for goodwill and definite/indefinite-lived assets.</li><li>Global Advisory: Act as the primary contact for global accounting teams, providing guidance on judgmental transactions and delivering specialized accounting training.</li><li>Policy Governance: Develop and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.</li><li>Entity Reporting: Prepare essential financial statements for legal entities related to credit and surety bond requests.</li><li>Mentorship: Develop and train accounting personnel while identifying and implementing process improvements.</li></ul>What You’ll Bring<ul><li>Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.</li><li>Certification: CPA is required.</li><li>Experience: 8+ years of relevant accounting experience.</li><li>Preferred: Public accounting experience (National or Regional firm)</li><li>Technical Core: Proven expertise in at least three of the following: Financial Reporting, Business Combinations, Impairment Testing, or GAAP Research.</li><li>Communication: Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable advice for non-finance stakeholders.</li></ul>Benefits include 401K, insurance, vacation and holiday pay
2026-04-13T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant – SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
The salary for this position is $115,000 - $120,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Description: The Senior Accountant, SEC & Financial Reporting will play a key role in both external and internal management reporting. This individual will work closely with their managers, as well as financial planning and analysis, treasury, tax, regional finance teams and the corporate accounting to consolidate the Company’s results. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for the preparation of the Company’s disclosures included in its 10-Q and 10-K as well as have primary responsibility to prepare reporting to government agencies and standalone entity audits. A successful candidate for this role will be strong in both technical accounting as well as analytical skills.<ul><li>Preparation of consolidated balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows and footnotes in accordance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements</li><li>Prepare consolidation and intercompany elimination entries</li><li>Coordinate monthly internal reporting and analysis package, including working with the business unit finance teams to streamline process and improve content</li><li>Prepare support to be provided to external auditors</li><li>Prepare separate entity external audited financial statements and footnotes</li><li>Assist with the optimization of consolidation and reporting procedures, including reducing the time to close and report results</li><li>Participate in assigned special projects as needed</li><li>Prepare consolidation and intercompany elimination entries</li><li>Participate in the preparation of materials for the Company’s Audit Committee of the Board of Directors Meetings</li></ul>
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is up to $90,000-$95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] 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. Responsibilities· Perform monthly close activities including but not limited to:· Prepare monthly financial reporting package to executive management· Work directly with the shared service center to manage and coordinate corporate month end close· Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and account recs for the corporate general ledger· Field questions/support business unit finance leads with close and consolidation questions· Accounting and disclosure responsibility for and/or involvement in the following areas:· Share-based compensation· Derivatives and hedging (Fx and interest rate swaps)· LIFO inventory· Self-insurance reserves· Debt covenant calculations· Pension· Goodwill and intangible asset impairment analysis· Acquisition accounting· Maintain and update the company’s accounting policies specific to the above areas· Assist in coordinating and developing training materials for quarterly global accounting and finance updates
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Bolingbrook, IL
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Accounant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Bolingbrook, Illinois. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reporting packages, and ensuring compliance with established accounting standards and internal controls. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in month-end close, reconciliations, financial statement support, and audit preparation within a structured accounting environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee day-to-day accounting activities to ensure transactions are recorded accurately and financial records remain complete and organized. • Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across key accounting areas. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts on a regular basis, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate with internal teams to clear outstanding items. • Produce financial reports and supporting schedules for management review, external reporting needs, and periodic corporate requirements. • Assist with the preparation of financial statements, trial balances, and related analyses to support business decision-making. • Manage accounting responsibilities tied to cash activity, foreign exchange, tax, and other closing-related functions, including audit-ready documentation. • Support internal and external audit requests by compiling schedules, organizing backup materials, and responding to inquiries in a timely manner. • Track fixed asset activity including acquisitions, transfers, and disposals while maintaining accurate supporting records. • Prepare recurring filings such as monthly sales tax returns and ensure documentation is properly linked to supporting transaction records. • Provide guidance to less experienced accounting team members and help address internal and external questions with professionalism and urgency.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support financial reporting activities for a Financial Services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This position will contribute to the preparation of audited annual and quarterly filings while helping maintain accurate, timely accounting records. The role offers exposure to core reporting processes as well as opportunities to participate in acquisition-related work and other high-priority projects. Responsibilities:• Prepare and record journal entries that support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.• Complete account reconciliations and investigate variances to ensure accuracy in the general ledger.• Assist in drafting financial statements and related schedules in support of audited quarterly and annual reporting requirements.• Analyze accounting data and provide documentation needed for internal and external financial reporting.• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to gather information, resolve issues, and improve reporting accuracy.• Contribute to acquisition accounting activities and support special projects as business needs evolve.• Maintain organized supporting documentation and uphold strong internal control and compliance standards. Benefit : Medical/Dental, 401k & PTO“Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.” to your posting. Once complete, let me know.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description: <ul><li>Oversee and manage the company’s revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP standards.</li><li>Develop, document, and enforce robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Work closely with sales, legal, and operations teams to review contracts and ensure proper revenue recognition.</li><li>Support month, quarter, and year end reporting activities for timely and accurate reporting</li><li>Prepare & review journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Actively participate in monthly balance sheet reviews working with the business and SSC</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting issues</li><li>Support OneStream reporting to ensure it is performed timely and accurately</li><li>Ensure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they are in accordance with US GAAP and company standards.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests, and participate in efforts to remediate audit and control findings.</li><li>Document standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting procedures.</li><li>Share best practices in accounting practices with others in the Accounting CoE and support the Accounting Manager to implement them within the team.</li><li> Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead the team in implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness across the close and reporting processes.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations.</li><li>Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Accounting Manager.</li></ul>
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Villa Park, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 96000 USD / Yearly
Fortune 500 - hybrid opportunity for growth - Senior Accountant to support core accounting operations for our team in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. This staff accountant role will have monthly close the books responsibilities including journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet/income statement fluctuations, key financial controls and financial statement reporting. This person will work with several departments across regulatory, legal, finance and operations For immediate consideration ; email your resume to [email protected] or call Danielle at 630-368-1175 Strong benefit package and hybrid situation Responsibilities:• Manage key activities within the monthly close cycle, making sure entries are completed accurately, deadlines are met, and financial results are thoroughly reviewed.• Prepare and evaluate account reconciliations across assigned entities or functions, resolving discrepancies and supporting strong control practices.• Develop recurring financial reports and reporting packages, including comparisons of current performance against prior periods and explanations of material variances.• Partner with FP&A and business leaders to support budgeting activities, financial analysis, and planning efforts tied to operational goals.• Collaborate with finance teams and cross-functional partners to address accounting matters and ensure consistent treatment of financial transactions.• Support compliance with internal control standards and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements by maintaining documentation and identifying opportunities for improvement.• Work with internal and external auditors by providing schedules, explanations, and other requested materials during audit activities.• Contribute to special assignments and assist with the execution of accounting-related process or system changes when needed.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $120,000-$135,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Calculate and report Section 1256 gains and losses, including mixed straddle adjustments and mark-to-market entries under Section 475(f).</li><li>Manage and reconcile tax treatment of short-term and long-term capital gains across multiple trading strategies and instruments.</li><li>Prepare and review Schedule K-1s for complex partnership structures, ensuring accurate allocations of income, deductions, and partner capital.</li><li>Perform detailed analysis of investment portfolios for tax characterization and compliance with IRS regulations.</li><li>Monitor tax law changes related to financial instruments and trading activity; provide guidance on implications for clients or firm entities.</li><li>Assist in tax planning, compliance, and strategy implementation for entities making Section 475(f) elections.</li><li>Review and document tax positions, supporting workpapers, and research memos.</li></ul>
2026-04-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description:• Maintenance and review of general ledgers, including preparation of accounting entries for the day-to-day transactions and other activity.• Preparation and review of electronic tax work papers and tax returns for individuals, foundations and partnerships, including analysis of tax issues.• Preparation and review of financial analysis such as tax projections, cash flow and liquidity planning and budgets.• Preparing and maintaining periodic reports, including personal financial statements for family members, private foundation financial reports, summaries of property expenses, valuable articles and insurance policies.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

Highland Park, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our team in Highland Park, Illinois. In this role, you will handle a variety of tax preparation tasks for individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates while working closely with clients to provide personalized financial solutions. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a small but dynamic team and contribute to the success of our financial services practice. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, small businesses, trusts, and estates accurately and efficiently. • Manage multiple assignments, seamlessly transitioning between individual and business tax filings. • Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering clear and approachable explanations of complex tax matters. • Conduct independent research to resolve uncertainties and provide well-informed solutions in gray areas. • Identify situations requiring higher-level review and decide when to escalate or handle tasks independently. • Collaborate with the accounting team and practice owner in a client-focused, hands-on environment. • Take initiative during slower periods to identify productive tasks and contribute to overall team success. • Ensure compliance with current tax regulations and stay updated on relevant legislative changes. • Support the practice’s growth by taking on additional responsibilities over time and demonstrating leadership capabilities. • Work independently while maintaining clear communication and coordination with team members.
2026-03-27T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $120,000-$125,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Time to fall into a job that role you've always dreamed of. Job Description:Successful candidates will be proactive, detail-oriented, collaborative, and capable of clearly communicating tax concepts. They should demonstrate strong analytical abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.<ul><li>Partner closely with Finance, Legal, and Operations at the company, and each vertical, to streamline cross-functional workflows.</li><li>Review federal and state income tax returns, K-1s, extensions, quarterly payments, and taxable income estimates.</li><li>Support growing verticals by coordinating nexus assessments and state/local registrations (DOR, sales/use, withholding/payroll, city/local as applicable) and build a complete compliance calendar to support the tax function.</li><li>Coordinating across various verticals and business units to ensure accurate and timely reporting and compliance.</li><li>Lead targeted multi-state sales & use tax research to confirm taxability and rates by jurisdiction; maintain a concise taxability matrix, and coordinate with Finance to keep exemption certificates current.</li><li>Assist in tax registrations, state filings, and obtaining necessary tax clearances for multiple entities.</li><li>Handle federal and state tax notices, including research, response drafting, and timely resolution.</li><li>Draft and review tax workpapers and documentation supporting compliance filings and audits.</li><li>Provide support on various consulting projects, including state tax research, property tax assessments, and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including coordination with external advisors and addressing investor tax-related inquiries.</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of processes to enhance compliance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Monitor legislative and regulatory developments to ensure timely compliance with state and federal tax requirements.</li><li>Support diligence processes related to acquisitions and transaction tax matters.</li><li>Manage administrative tasks within the tax function, contributing to the efficiency of internal processes.</li></ul>
2026-04-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$115,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. Job Description:<ul><li>Assist in the preparation of the quarterly external financial statements to ensure disclosures are complete and accurate, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Equity and Statement of Cash Flows</li><li>Prepare monthly internal management flash reports</li><li>Assist in the monthly close process by preparing monthly journal entries, including preparation of account reconciliations and other supporting schedules</li><li>Perform and document the company's annual goodwill and intangible impairment testing procedures</li><li>Rollforward quarterly financial statements in Workiva</li><li>Research new accounting pronouncements and document how these will impact the company</li><li>Research SEC and US GAAP guidance including performing peer research for various disclosures as necessary</li><li>Work with auditors to answer questions and resolve questions</li><li>Monthly/quarterly analytics over the financial statements</li><li>Prioritize projects in order to meet deadlines; ability to coordinate multiple aspects of key financial reporting deliverables in a timely fashion</li></ul>Relationships and People<ul><li>Develop and maintain relationships with third party consultants, external auditors, business partners across the company, including affiliate finance personnel, Corporate FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Global Shared Services and KPMG</li><li>Work with accounting personnel from domestic and foreign affiliates to resolve issues in a timely manner</li><li>Train and develop new staff in the department, as needed</li></ul>
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant - M&A/Technical Accounting

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
105000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $105,000-$115,000 plus bonus and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. About the roleOur holding company team is looking for a Senior Accountant to help support our continued growth. This individual will take a lead role in our technical accounting/M&A process growth. You will build relationships with and help support finance leads across the portfolio. You will also collaborate with the CFO to set and execute strategic priorities for the business. As our business continues to grow, the Senior Accountant will have opportunities to lead others and step into a Controller-level role. This role reports directly to the Group Controllers with regular interaction with the CFO. Job Description:<ul><li>Implement and maintain consistent accounting practices across portfolio companies.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate month-end accounting closes for portfolio companies and holding company.</li><li>Assist with preparation of consolidated financial reports for the holding company.</li><li>Oversee offshore and potential US-based resources</li><li>Support the financial onboarding of newly acquired companies and their finance leaders.</li><li>Manage audit work for the holding company and its portfolio companies.</li><li>Support the building of annual budgets across the portfolio.</li><li>Assist organization-wide initiatives such as system migrations, improving processes & controls, compliance with accounting guidelines, metrics tracking, etc.</li></ul>
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant - supervisory

Lemont, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
75500 - 85000 USD / Yearly
2 day a week on site - detail-oriented Accounting Team Lead to join our team in Woodridge , Illinois. In this role, you will oversee accounts payable functions and provide general accounting assistance to ensure accurate financial records. You will be responsible for maintaining compliance with accounting principles and company policies while contributing to efficient and organized operations.For immediate consideration: email your resume to [email protected] or call Danielle Tubero at 630-368-1175 Responsibilities:Responsible for Month end and quarter close process,Oversight of accounting coordinator and senior ap specialists. Balance sheet analysis . Month-end and year-end closing activities Investigate and resolve vendor inquiries independently to maintain strong relationships.Perform bank reconciliations and account for fixed assets, including monthly depreciation.Journal entries for the general ledger.Review and manage vendor account setups and updates to ensure accuracy.Input approved invoices into the system, excluding those related to inventory purchases.Review, post, and approve invoices for inventory purchasesEnsure compliance with tax regulations by maintaining W-9 forms, preparing Form 1099 filings, 1042 filingsSupport internal and external audit processes by providing necessary documentation and insights.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Technical Accounting and SEC (Senior) Manager

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
170000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $170,000 - $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]. 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. Job Description:<ul><li>Perform accounting research and review technical accounting memos including the following:</li><li>Oversee lease accounting under ASC 842, ensuring accurate lease classification, right-of-use asset accounting, and financial disclosures</li><li>Stock based compensation plans and modification accounting considerations</li><li>Ensuring ASC 606 revenue recognition compliance with policies and procedures</li><li>Review certain quarterly and annual disclosures with the company's 10-Q and 10-K filings</li><li>Review disclosures to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements</li><li>Review new accounting pronouncements issued quarterly and assist with implementation as needed</li><li>Provide accounting support for complex transactions, including derivatives, acquisitions, and revenue recognition</li><li>Oversee and/or participate in special projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-04-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Accounting Manager

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
155000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this role is $155,000 - $160,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Upgrade your new year with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance. As our Sr Accounting Manager you will report to the NA Accounting Director. You will lead the accounting operations of specific business units and activities. You will manage a team of accounting professionals, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, and improving projects. Job Description:<ul><li>Team Leadership & Development: Lead a diverse team of accounting professionals across multiple sites, encouraging a collaborative culture. Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback and development opportunities.</li><li>Close Process Management: Oversee the accounting close process to ensure accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and JBT Marel standards. Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews, oversee audits, and ensure the integrity of financial transactions.</li><li>Process Improvement & Strategy: Lead strategic projects for the Accounting CoE, focusing on standardization, optimization, and process improvement. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and, leveraging technology and automation tools.</li><li>Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing: Collaborate with CoE leadership to lead process enhancements and facilitate knowledge sharing and cross-training within the team. Share and implement best practices in accounting with other leaders.</li><li>Project Management & Technology Implementation: Lead close improvement initiatives, develop project plans, and coordinate efforts. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of accounting software and ERP systems to improve operations.</li></ul>
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Corporate Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL
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Temporary / Contract
43 - 52 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois, on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will oversee critical financial reporting and compliance processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced commercial real estate environment. This position offers the opportunity to apply advanced technical accounting knowledge while working closely with cross-functional teams to drive continued business growth and operational excellence. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly, and quarterly financial close procedures, ensuring all deadlines are met with precision.• Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations for key accounts, communicating necessary adjustments to leadership.• Conduct in-depth variance analysis to compare financial results across periods, documenting findings for management review.• Ensure compliance with revenue recognition standards, including proper contract setup in alignment with ASC 606.• Perform Sarbanes-Oxley internal controls testing and address any identified accounting or control issues.• Support external and internal audit processes by preparing detailed documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.• Collaborate with finance teams, including FP&A and business partners, to support strategic growth initiatives.• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.• Maintain compliance with accounting policies and standards, while assisting with ad hoc financial projects as needed.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Public Senior Accountant

Downers Grove, IL
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Temporary / Contract
42 - 48 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Public Senior Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Downers Grove, Illinois. This role involves managing all aspects of accounting operations for multiple entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and contributing to process improvements. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate adaptability, and possess a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance. Responsibilities: • Oversee and execute core accounting functions, including maintaining the general ledger and ensuring timely and accurate posting of transactions. • Perform month-end and year-end close activities, such as preparing journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and financial statements. • Conduct balance sheet reconciliations, analyze revenue and expenses, and create supporting schedules for financial reporting. • Manage fixed assets, including depreciation calculations, acquisitions, and disposals. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies within financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and policies. • Process customer payments, reconcile accounts receivable, and address payment discrepancies to ensure accurate documentation. • Generate financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and variance analyses, while identifying key trends. • Support internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, enhance efficiency, and maintain strong internal controls. • Collaborate on budgeting and forecasting activities, providing insights and supporting strategic financial initiatives.
2026-04-22T00:00:00Z

Senior Portfolio Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
105000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $105,000-$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] 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. Accountabilities:<ul><li>Take a lead role in monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting closes</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Review and record admittance of new investors</li><li>Coordinate quarterly and annual reporting requirements, as well as tax requirements</li><li>Coordinate with cash management group to execute cash transactions (investor subscriptions, investor distributions, invoice payment, quarterly fees)</li><li>Review property management financial statements</li><li>Quarterly financial analysis, including review of investment accounting information</li><li>Calculate, analyze and report performance returns</li><li>Assist in closing the books and records for the preparation of SEC filings</li><li>Respond to client inquiries</li><li>Create efficiency in and effectiveness of the financial reporting process, including effective usage of technology, as well as improve client services</li><li>Take initiative in identifying problems and providing suggested solutions</li><li>Take the lead on special projects as assigned</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Corporate Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 96000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $96,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Senior Corporate Accountant. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide. Responsibilities<ul><li>Joint Venture Monthly Accounting and Reporting</li><li>Perform monthly close procedures, including coordination with operations contacts on appropriate support for various revenue and expense accruals, compiling and understanding supporting data for utilization revenue lease entries, recording and maintaining recurring monthly entries, and researching the appropriate ledger coding for various miscellaneous transactions.</li><li>Own the preparation and issuance of the internal JV monthly reporting package including monthly variance analysis explaining fluctuations of income statement and balance sheet accounts, preparation of key performance highlights and statement of cash flows.</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual supporting schedules as required for financial reporting department in accordance with 10-Q and 10-K disclosure requirements.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests.</li><li>Be the primary point of contacts with departments across the organization for recording of transactions in the JV entities.</li><li>Assist in maintaining an effective control environment by executing controls to ensure compliance with established accounting policies.</li><li>Reconciliation and Account Analysis</li><li>Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts and review of income statement for reasonableness and accuracy.</li><li>Understand the full end to end process for recording transactions, develop and propose process improvements.</li><li>Perform analysis of JV accounts to enable others to understand the nature of transactions and key drivers of activity.</li><li>Joint Venture Monthly Reporting to JV Partner</li><li>Own the preparation and issuance of the external JV monthly reporting package including monthly variance analysis explaining fluctuations of income statement and balance sheet accounts, preparation of statement of cash flow and compilation of other reporting requirements.</li><li>Special Projects</li><li>Perform adhoc requests and special projects as requested, which may include various accountings initiatives, systems projects, internal reporting, and other analysis deemed appropriate.</li></ul>
2026-04-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Project Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Responsibilities<ul><li>Will support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information.</li><li>This individual will be responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits.</li><li>Review project budget and cost for accuracy, analyze budget variances and potential fee changes and assist in positive cash flow while meeting accounting standards and best practices.</li></ul>
2026-04-03T00:00:00Z

Senior Fund Accountant

Chicago, IL
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
The salary for this position is up to $125,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. Upgrade your cold weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Point of contact for funds across the company's funds platform, including registered and private funds in United States, Canada, Ireland, and Luxembourg, crossing many different fund types and jurisdictions. This role will work with the senior members of the fund administration team as well as own relationships with funds’ third- party administrators and key vendors. Preparation, review and understanding impactful issues regarding fund reporting, including net asset valuation calculations, security valuation, fund budgets & expense analysis is key to this role.</li><li>Key support contact for the company's fund board members. Partner with each fund’s third- party administrators and external auditors to prepare and issue the funds’ financial statements and other regulatory filings, presenting issues to fund board members for review and approval.</li><li>Coordinate effectively with teams across the firm in sales, client service, legal, operations, and corporate finance regarding all fund-related items, including overall fund operating procedures, client inquiries, product development, management and performance fee calculations, legal document review, and revenue and expense projections.</li><li>Construct analyses regarding product development, and new initiatives, for senior management review, exercising sound business judgement and understanding of company products.</li><li>Assist portfolio management teams regarding ad hoc portfolio reporting requests or investor related questions.</li><li>Work effectively with all members of the fund administration team across all products to ensure consistency of reporting and processes and assist the team on projects on projects related to all funds in scope, include private funds, US Registered funds, Irish UCITS, Canadian funds and Luxembourg funds as needed. </li><li>Consistently review the functions’ processes to ensure efficiencies and highlight opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Partner with each fund’s third- party tax preparers to generate investor tax deliverables, answering any investor driven questions related to them.</li></ul>
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Sr. Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $115,000-$120,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Set up and maintain tax workpapers and permanent files.</li><li>Prepare and review partnership, individual, fiduciary and information tax returns.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post period end, standard and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with analysis of general ledger accounts for 140-plus flow-through entities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of periodic investment activity reports.</li><li>Update bank activity for multiple accounts and report weekly.</li><li>Back-up for accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.</li><li>Maintain intercompany due to/from schedules.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and related journal entries.</li><li>Set up business and tax accounts with various governmental entities.</li><li>Project work as required.</li></ul>
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Sr. Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $115,000-$120,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Set up and maintain tax workpapers and permanent files.</li><li>Prepare and review partnership, individual, fiduciary and information tax returns.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post period end, standard and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with analysis of general ledger accounts for 140-plus flow-through entities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of periodic investment activity reports.</li><li>Update bank activity for multiple accounts and report weekly.</li><li>Back-up for accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.</li><li>Maintain intercompany due to/from schedules.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and related journal entries.</li><li>Set up business and tax accounts with various governmental entities.</li><li>Project work as required.</li></ul>
2026-03-30T00:00:00Z

Associate Vice President of Technical Accounting

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
200000 - 240000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $200,000-$240,000 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] Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Associate Vice President of Technical Accounting. 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. The RoleThe Associate Vice President of Technical Accounting will report directly to the Controller and Chief Accounting Officer. This role will be responsible for providing accounting support for transactions, including being a lead representative in the due diligence process, advising on and analyzing deal structures, and partnering with key stakeholders to ensure a thorough understanding of complex transactions. A successful candidate for this role must have proven experience with technical accounting research; strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to summarize complex issues to senior management and other stakeholders; and strong organizational skills with the ability to follow projects through to completion with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness. •Assist the company's Transactions and Portfolio Growth team in evaluating potential transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, capital commitments, and other investments•Advise on the structuring of transactions and consult on proposed transactions, including consolidation assessments•Assist in accounting-related diligence materials, coordinate with external advisors, and review transaction documents•Perform complex accounting research, most notably under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and prepare or review technical accounting memos to support conclusions•Lead purchase accounting, including review of internal and third-party valuations•Collaborate with Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure transactions are appropriately accounted for and disclosed•Oversee the monthly Development and Asset Management Committee process•Prepare presentations or summaries to communicate transaction impacts to stakeholders, including executive leadership•Prepare and/or review certain disclosures in the Company’s SEC filings•Work with the Company’s external auditors to provide support on technical accounting conclusions and valuations•Demonstrate a commitment to the company's core values
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z