13 results for Vp Accounting in Chicago, IL

VP of Accounting

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
210000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $200,000-$210,000 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] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Description: This role is responsible for managing the activities of the corporate accounting department which provides accounting, payroll and incentive compensation, and compliance support.<ul><li>Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of firm’s books and records. Including, but not limited to, data entry into the general ledger, payroll, departmental cost allocations, vendor payments, debt payments, debt levels, and shareholder services.</li><li>Oversee billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll operations, ensuring best practices are in place and smooth and timely financial transactions occur. </li><li>Manages payroll and incentive compensation systems and practices.</li><li>Key contact with outside firms for annual audit of financial statements, tax matters and corporate insurance policies.</li><li>Responsible for processes, systems, and underlying data and will work with IT and other partners to get the best out of the technology tools.</li><li>Responsible for ensuring all controls and reporting are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Maintains a thorough knowledge of all applicable compliance and accounting laws and regulations.</li><li>Develop and maintain the department policies and procedures in order to maintain accounting discipline within processes.</li><li>Provide support and analysis during acquisition integration to transition general ledger, accounts payable, reporting and payroll to company standard formats.</li><li>Oversees cost allocation analysis for locations and operational units.</li></ul>
2026-03-12T00:00:00Z

VP, Accounting Advisory

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
200000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $200,000- $250,000 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]. Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? Responsibilities<ol><li>Lead and support end-to-end client engagements across core controllership and finance operations, including procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, record-to-report and manage or contribute to engagement teams advising clients through situational needs such as first-time audit readiness, transactional accounting (acquisitions, divestitures, IPO and debt transactions) and complex technical accounting</li><li>Conduct and oversee detailed financial analysis and assist in deliverable preparation that informs client strategy and decision-making</li><li>Execute buyside and sell side diligence, including historical and projected financial and operating trends analysis, quality of earnings analysis, working capital analysis and net debt consideration analysis</li><li>Draft clear and compelling reports outlining key takeaways</li><li>Provide technical and strategic accounting guidance (ASC 606, ASC 805, ASC 842, GAAP, IFRS and SEC standards) and translate into broader business and stakeholder implications for clients</li><li>Advise clients on process design, technology-enabled solution implementation and scalable finance processes to improve reporting</li><li>Develop data models, reports and dashboards leveraging tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx or Excel to provide clear, data-driven insights</li><li>Collaborate with senior team members to evaluate client performance, diagnose issues across the finance operating model, identify improvement opportunities and prepare / prioritize actionable recommendations</li><li>Lead client meetings, helping translate findings into actionable insights, manage stakeholder expectations and supporting the execution of solutions</li><li>Provide coaching and mentorship to junior team members</li><li>Lead internal trainings and best practice sharing</li><li>Contribute to a high-performing, inclusive and values-driven culture</li></ol>
2026-03-02T00:00:00Z

VP/Director of Finance

Chesterton, IN
onsite
Permanent
180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced and strategic VP/Director of Finance to serve as a key financial advisor to the Divisional President and leadership team. This role involves driving financial strategy, providing forward-looking analysis, and delivering operational insights to support decision-making across multiple business units. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), business forecasting, and team leadership, ensuring the organization achieves its growth and profitability goals. Responsibilities:• Act as the primary financial advisor to the Divisional President and leadership team, aligning financial strategies with organizational goals.• Develop and oversee long-term financial plans, annual budgets, and rolling forecasts to support growth and profitability.• Conduct scenario modeling, profitability analysis, and unit economics evaluations to guide strategic and operational decisions.• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive accountability and margin enhancements.• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, pricing improvements, and revenue growth, collaborating with leaders to implement changes.• Lead monthly and quarterly business reviews, providing insights into financial performance, risks, and trends.• Create and maintain dynamic financial models, including cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.• Integrate sales pipelines, operational capacity, and headcount planning into forward-looking financial forecasts.• Partner with corporate accounting to ensure financial results are accurately analyzed and translated into actionable business insights.• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and analytical excellence. Salary-$!80,000 - $200,000The base pay range for this role is between $180,000-$200,000 and your base pay will depend on your skills, experience and training, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, free parking, vacation and sick leave.
2026-03-09T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $85,000-$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] Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Property 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 will include but are not limited to the following:<ul><li>Responsible for month-end, quarter end and year-end close activities from balance sheet and cash account reconciliations</li><li>Manage and accounts payable and receivable activities for assigned portfolio</li><li>Produce and manage variance reports</li><li>Reconcile monthly bank statements</li><li>Manage debt and debt payments</li><li>Prepare and review properly documented journal entries.</li><li>Assist with Budgets and Forecasts as needed, working with asset management and Finance leadership.</li><li>Assist with the calculation of fees (i.e. Management and Acquisition) as needed. Identify and implement process re-engineering opportunities.</li><li>Record cash receipts, receivables and other journal entries as appropriate.</li><li>Special projects and other functions as required by manager or client.</li><li>Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual property reporting accurately and on time.</li></ul>
2026-03-23T00:00:00Z

Project Accounting Manager

Wauconda, IL
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Bachelor's degree3+ years of Accounting within Construction industryStrong project accounting background, preferably in the subcontract / self perform space.Strong experience with project forecasting and WIPPrevious management experience. 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.
2026-03-17T00:00:00Z

Entity Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$95,000 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] 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 Entity Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks. 1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees2) They have higher bonus structures3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)5) And more… Overview The Entity Group provides accounting, tax, financial management, legal and transaction support services to numerous entities holding proprietary, private equity and venture capital investments across a wide variety of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, insurance, life sciences, hospitality, healthcare and services, among others. The Accountant position reports to the Managers in the Entity Group and provides a unique opportunity for a qualified candidate to leverage his or her accounting, financial analysis, project management, and leadership skills in the oversight of several entities within the group. Key Duties & Responsibilities • Will be assigned to a slate of investment entities; responsible for all aspects of such entities’ accounting, tax, legal and financial management and analysis functions.• Maintain the general ledger accounting for assigned entities including preparing journal entries for investment activity, cash disbursements, cash receipts, payment of expenses and general ledger account reconciliations.• Prepare the tax projections and tax return workpapers for assigned entities (partnerships and corporations) including identification and resolution of tax issues with managers, in consultation with in-house tax experts.• Provide transaction support to the family investment organizations, including drafting board packages and preparing treasury entries upon closing.• Interpret governing documents (e.g. operating agreements and by-laws) and apply the provisions of the governing documents to the management and accounting for an entity.• Provide day-to-day business and accounting support to certain professional service providers such as budget and projection preparation, quarterly billing, processing reimbursable expenses, etc.• Identify, develop and assist with the execution of improvements to internal processes.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $85,000-$95,000 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] We are offering an exciting opportunity in CHICAGO, Illinois, for a Project Accountant to join our team. This role is vital within our organization, focused on maintaining and reconciling accounting records, managing both Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), and ensuring the accurate completion of month-end close procedures. Job Responsibilities:• Overseeing the accurate and timely processing of AP and AR• Conducting regular bank reconciliations to maintain financial integrity• Ensuring all general ledger entries are accurate and up-to-date• Completing month-end close procedures in an organized and timely manner• Leveraging accounting software such as NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP to streamline processes• Regularly reviewing and updating customer credit records• Addressing and resolving customer inquiries and concerns related to their accounts• Monitoring customer accounts and initiating appropriate actions when necessary• Managing and maintaining accurate customer records• Processing customer credit applications efficiently and accurately.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Project Accountant

Hoffman Estates, IL
onsite
Temporary
24.5 - 37.5 USD / Hourly
Overview We’re looking for a Project Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting Consulting FTEP team. This role is ideal for accounting professionals who thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy working across multiple projects, and want exposure to diverse industries and leadership teams. You’ll support key client initiatives, strengthen project financial visibility, and drive cleaner, faster, more accurate reporting. This is a consulting role with consistent, full‑time employment, competitive benefits, and long‑term career mobility. What You’ll Do (Across Client Engagements) · Own core project accounting cycles including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and revenue recognition.· Support project managers with real-time financial insights, variance analysis, and cost‑to‑complete reporting.· Prepare monthly project P&Ls, WIP analysis, and job cost summaries.· Review contracts, change orders, billing schedules, and documentation for accuracy and compliance.· Prepare and process client invoicing (T&M, fixed fee, POC, milestone-based).· Lead project-related month-end close: accruals, JE prep, reconciliations.· Track labor, materials, subcontractor charges, overhead, and capitalized costs.· Maintain strong controls and ensure financial data integrity across client systems.· Partner with cross‑functional teams to improve project workflows and reporting efficiency.· Provide support during project audits, budget refresh cycles, or system transitions. Who Thrives in This Role · Accounting professionals who enjoy variety, learning new industries, and being embedded within different teams.· Detail-focused individuals who can own, clean up, and streamline project financial processes.· Communicators who can confidently present numbers to operations, project managers, and leadership. What is the FTEP Program? Our permanent Engagement Professionals are not contract employees. You join Robert Half as a permanent direct employee and work as a consultant for clients in our accounting division. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster!
2026-03-06T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant - Corporate

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $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]. Overview The Tax Group provides accounting, tax, financial management, legal and transaction support services to numerous individuals, trusts and entities holding proprietary, private equity and venture capital investments across a wide variety of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, insurance, life sciences, hospitality, healthcare and services, among others. The Senior Accountant position reports to the Managers in the Tax Group and provides a unique opportunity to develop and grow as a tax professional in a nurturing environment. Key Duties & Responsibilities • Prepares and reviews federal and state tax filings for partnerships, corporations, and individuals • Provides the first-level review of workpapers with the opportunity to consider and identify key tax issues that have not been identified by other teams • Performs research and analysis of critical tax issues and summarizes findings for the Tax Group • Utilizes technical expertise gained through tax research and analysis to recommend tax treatment for tax issues that arise during discussions with the Tax Group and other teams • Prepares and reviews foreign filings (Forms 5471, 8865, 926, FBAR), tracks foreign filings, and documents analysis to support positions taken for foreign filings • Interacts with portfolio companies to assist with tax planning, structuring and administration. • Collaborates with other groups and develops relationships that are crucial to the success of the company's tax compliance season each year • Educates other teams through trainings as new tax reform topics and other tax issues become relevant • Collaborates with the IT team to produce and implement new technology and procedures that will increase efficiency in the tax return preparation process • Reviews notice response packages to send to various taxing authorities and assists with any federal, state and local tax audits
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Hinsdale, IL
onsite
Temporary
26.125 - 30.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a meticulous Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Oak Brook, Illinois. This position involves handling a time-sensitive project that requires advanced Excel skills and expertise in data reconciliation. You will play a vital role in validating contractor rates, analyzing payment details, and ensuring accuracy across financial records. Responsibilities:• Validate weekly files from courier agencies to confirm driver counts, payment components, and contract rates.• Develop and maintain a master spreadsheet to reconcile rates and payments across multiple sources.• Standardize data from varying file formats and naming conventions to ensure consistency.• Analyze payment details, including overtime, mileage, and reimbursable costs, to identify discrepancies.• Utilize advanced Excel techniques such as pivot tables and complex formulas to ensure data accuracy.• Collaborate with internal teams to report findings and provide actionable insights on spending trends.• Assist in reconciliation and auditing processes to support financial accuracy.• Identify areas of overspending and recommend solutions to address inconsistencies.• Document processes and findings in clear, organized formats for review by leadership.• Ensure timely reporting and analysis to meet project deadlines. The salary range for this position is $28 to $33/hour, plus bonus. Benefits are available including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
2026-03-20T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Hinsdale, IL
onsite
Temporary
26.125 - 30.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Hinsdale, Illinois. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting the implementation of finance software while ensuring data integrity and optimizing accounting processes. This position requires a strong foundation in accounting principles, experience with systems implementation, and proficiency with finance automation tools. Responsibilities:• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and contribute to the planning phase of software implementation.• Analyze and map accounting workflows, ensuring seamless integration between existing systems and the new software.• Assist in configuring software modules to align with financial controls, payroll functions, and reporting standards.• Provide expertise during testing and troubleshooting processes, resolving accounting-related discrepancies.• Facilitate training sessions for accounting staff and develop user-friendly documentation and guides.• Review and validate financial data migration to ensure accuracy and completeness.• Monitor post-implementation outcomes and recommend improvements to enhance software utilization.• Perform reconciliations and verify reporting accuracy to maintain data integrity.• Support ongoing optimization efforts and identify opportunities for process enhancements. The salary range for this position is $29 to $33/hour, plus bonus. Benefits are available including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
2026-03-18T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will support essential financial operations and assist with audit preparations. This contract position offers a valuable opportunity to demonstrate your expertise in accounting processes and could potentially lead to a long-term opportunity. Responsibilities: • Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger entries to ensure proper financial reporting. • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including timely reconciliations. • Conduct payroll processing and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. • Reconcile credit card transactions and monitor cash activity to maintain financial accuracy. • Allocate costs appropriately across departments or projects to support budgeting needs. • Assist with month-end close procedures, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. • Support audit preparations by organizing financial records and providing necessary documentation. • Track and report on government grants and related financial activities. • Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting workflows and improve efficiency. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records as needed.
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$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:<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>
2026-03-19T00:00:00Z