<p><strong>Are you an experienced Creative Director seeking your next career opportunity? Robert Half is continuously looking for innovative Creative Directors to support our clients across various industries in the Chicago area. If you’re passionate about leading creative teams, driving impactful brand strategies, and pushing the boundaries of design and marketing, we want to hear from you!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As a Creative Director, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and directing the creative vision for our clients. From conceptualizing and executing campaigns to inspiring creative teams, you’ll ensure the delivery of exceptional content and branding strategies across multiple platforms. These opportunities are ideal for leaders who excel in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the <strong>conceptualization and execution</strong> of creative projects, including digital, print, video, and experiential campaigns.</li><li>Develop and maintain a strong, <strong>cohesive brand identity</strong> across multiple channels and platforms.</li><li>Lead and inspire teams of designers, copywriters, and other creatives, ensuring high-quality output within deadlines.</li><li>Collaborate with marketing, product, and strategy teams to design campaigns that align with business goals and deliver measurable results.</li><li>Present creative ideas and concepts to clients, stakeholders, or leadership teams, articulating the "why" behind the strategy.</li><li>Manage timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure projects run smoothly and efficiently.</li><li>Conduct research to stay ahead of industry trends, cutting-edge design techniques, and consumer behaviors.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Entry-Level Business Systems Analyst to join our team on a contract to hire basis 100% remote. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that business needs are clearly understood and articulated. This role requires a strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, as well as excellent communication and analytical skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Build collaborative relationships with business and IT teams to align technology solutions with business strategies.</p><p>• Facilitate the requirements discovery process and document business needs concisely for diverse audiences.</p><p>• Develop and maintain artifacts such as user stories, workflows, acceptance criteria, and traceability matrices.</p><p>• Collaborate with project teams to validate requirements through reviews and walkthroughs.</p><p>• Ensure the timely delivery of business requirements and artifacts throughout the software development lifecycle.</p><p>• Assist in creating and executing User Acceptance Testing plans to confirm solutions meet business needs.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvement and create future-state process models using standard tools.</p><p>• Maintain open communication with stakeholders to assess customer satisfaction and clarify project requirements.</p><p>• Utilize techniques like process flow modeling and data mapping to support design, development, and QA processes.</p><p>• Provide leadership and expertise to ensure the successful implementation of solutions aligned with business expectations.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Street Festival season is here!’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong> </p><ol><li>Main contact for the company who are responsible for the accounting of stabilized properties</li><li>Reviews all the company's deliverables and communicates any applicable adjustments, process changes, and/or improvements</li><li>Responsible for coordination of uploading business plan budgets into Yardi Voyager</li><li>Reviews lease agreements and ensures applicable information is accurately uploaded</li><li>Prepares cash distributions for operating properties not outsourced to the company.</li><li>Reviews quarterly/annual common area expense reconciliations</li><li>Primary liaison with Asset Management team to assist with needs related to new tenants and 3rd party property managers</li><li>Prepares and distributes debt refinancing analysis on an as needed basis</li><li>Responsible for lender reporting in collaboration with Capital Markets team</li></ol><p><br></p>
<p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Sweater Weather Season is here!’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join Us on Our Journey</strong></p><p>We are currently looking for <strong>a Staff Accountant Originations and REO </strong>to join our team.</p><p>Reporting to the Controller, Originations, this position is responsible for a wide range of accounting activities, including managing financial transactions and ensuring accurate financial reporting that follows regulations. This role assists with month-end accounting close processes, including processing accounts payable.</p><p>This position is responsible for calculating and verifying Yield Spread Premiums (YSP) and broker referral payments. Additionally, this role reconciles bank accounts and balance sheets, and partners with third parties for audit requests.</p><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 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 new year is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy it? 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>Responsibilities: </strong></p><p>• Maintain the Reconciliation and Control functions within the Operations group</p><p>• Work with offshore reconciliations team and internal/external stakeholders on a daily basis to clear breaks and ensure all cash, position and trading accounts are reconciled</p><p>• Responsible for processing certain trade-related activity (fees, transfers, assignments, etc.) and fund financing (leverage facilities, subscription lines, etc.) entries in Advent Geneva general ledger</p><p>• Enter trades into Wall Street Office (“WSO”) and trade capture systems</p><p>• Set up Agency deals in WSO Agent and assist with other loan operation interfaces with IHS Market services</p><p>• Update and maintain reference data within the security master application for all securities/contracts applicable to the middle market direct lending strategy − Review transaction documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy within the loan systems.</p><p>• Ensure all loans are rolled and correct rates are set for the next accrual period</p><p>• Serve as bridge between Loan Operations (upstream) and Finance/Accounting (downstream) teams</p><p>• Coordinate and work with outside service providers (servicers, agents, auditors, custodians, third party administrators, etc.) as needed</p><p>• Work with IT and other internal teams to ensure operational efficiency and accuracy across middle and back office systems</p><p>• Identify automation opportunities and process improvement/control initiatives, including ad hoc project support and data mapping documentation</p>
<p>Salary: $65-75k</p><p>Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a dedicated Billing Clerk to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in managing billing processes, ensuring accuracy in collections, and maintaining detailed statements. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is skilled in computerized systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and issue accurate billing statements to clients in a timely manner.</p><p>• Monitor and manage billing collections to ensure prompt payments.</p><p>• Maintain and update billing systems to reflect current client information and transactions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing discrepancies and disputes.</p><p>• Generate and analyze reports to track billing performance and identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with legal billing standards and practices.</p><p>• Utilize legal software to manage client accounts and billing data.</p><p>• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries regarding billing.</p><p>• Assist in the implementation of new billing procedures to enhance efficiency.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Lincolnshire, Illinois. In this Contract-to-Permanent position, you will play a crucial role in managing financial transactions, ensuring accurate billing, and maintaining strong relationships with clients. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to the organization's success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Generate customer invoices and oversee progress billing for equipment and service projects.<br>• Record and post payments received through cash, checks, and credit card transactions.<br>• Process credit card payments and ensure timely updates to financial records.<br>• Analyze customer purchase orders to ensure billing accuracy.<br>• Handle collections by proactively communicating with clients to arrange payments and resolve outstanding balances.<br>• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies using information from sales teams, control departments, and customers.<br>• Maintain organized accounts receivable files, both manually and electronically.<br>• Address and resolve irregularities or inquiries related to receivables.<br>• Assist with financial management tasks and contribute to overall financial analysis efforts.<br>• Uphold confidentiality standards and safeguard sensitive organizational information.
<p><em>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. </em></p><p><br></p><p>Upgrade your Summer with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 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: ‘Street Festival season is here!’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Position: </strong></p><ul><li>Point of contact for several of the company's 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 our 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 our 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 hedge funds, US Registered funds, Irish UCITS, Canadian funds and Luxembourg funds as needed. </li><li>Utilize Advent Geneva portfolio accounting system to manage monthly performance reporting process </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>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000- $100,000 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: ‘Which street festival do I go to next?’ 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>This position will be focused exclusively on the equity funds managed by the firm. This is a newly created position due to continued growth of the firm; it is expected that a successful candidate will be able to expand his/her responsibilities over time.</p><p><br></p><p>• Interpret fund agreements in order to determine impact on financial reporting and partner capital accounting requirements</p><p>• Prepare fund level financial statements including balance sheet, schedule of investments, income statement, statement of changes in partners’ capital and cash flows</p><p>• Prepare required footnotes to financial statements</p><p>• Prepare investor-level capital account statements</p><p>• Prepare management fee computations</p><p>• Preparation of capital calls and distributions, including fund waterfall calculation</p><p>• Respond to limited partner inquires and additional ad-hoc requests</p><p>•Prepare required deliverables for year-end financial statement audits</p><p>• Perform quarterly closing, including quarter-end journal entries </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Preparer to join our team in Porter County, Indiana. In this role, you will assist individuals and businesses in accurately preparing and filing their tax returns, while offering expert advice on deductions and allowances. Your expertise in accounting systems and tax software will be critical in ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional service. The salary for this role will range between 85K-115K/year.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file individual and business tax returns accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Analyze financial records to identify potential deductions and tax-saving opportunities.</p><p>• Utilize various accounting software systems to manage and process tax-related data.</p><p>• Provide expert guidance on tax allowances and deductible expenses.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients to address their tax-related questions and ensure their compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Review and verify tax forms and documents for accuracy before submission.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to ensure adherence to current standards.</p><p>• Maintain organized and secure records of all tax filings and related documents.</p><p>• Deliver excellent customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.</p><p>• Assist with data entry tasks and ensure precision in financial calculations.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-$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>We are seeking a Compliance Associate to join our team in Elmhurst, Illinois. This role is pivotal in upholding our firm's adherence to regulations and policies, and will involve the use of various software systems to monitor business activities, maintain records, and aid in communication across departments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>• Utilize Sungard Protegent system for monitoring trading activity and real-time alerts.</p><p>• Ensure accurate and up-to-date record keeping for swift response to inquiries or audits.</p><p>• Contribute to the development, review, and upkeep of our Written Supervisory Procedures.</p><p>• Foster a culture of compliance and trading by working closely with senior management.</p><p>• Provide continuous support for registered investment advisors and representatives.</p><p>• Collaborate effectively with all departments, both independently and as part of a team.</p><p>• Review and approve marketing materials, including social media posts, to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Utilize CRM and ERP software systems to manage customer interactions and business resources.</p><p>• Use accounting software systems and perform accounting functions as required.</p><p>• Use communication and auditing skills to administer claims and produce clear reports.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled IT Auditor to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, IL. In this role, you will play a critical part in evaluating and improving IT systems, processes, and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who excel in an analytical and focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive audits of IT systems, applications, and processes to identify areas of risk or non-compliance.</p><p>• Evaluate and test IT General Controls (ITGC) to ensure proper safeguarding of organizational information.</p><p>• Develop and execute audit programs tailored to assess the effectiveness of IT systems and procedures.</p><p>• Document audit findings in a clear and concise manner, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure audit objectives are met and compliance standards are upheld.</p><p>• Apply frameworks such as CobiT to assess the maturity and effectiveness of IT governance processes.</p><p>• Monitor the implementation of corrective actions resulting from audit findings to ensure timely resolution.</p><p>• Provide insights and strategies to enhance IT security, operational efficiency, and risk management.</p><p>• Stay updated on emerging IT audit practices and regulatory requirements to maintain expertise in the field.</p>
