<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: ‘The holidays are 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><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>The Sr. Corporate Accountant will work closely with the manager and director of Corporate Accounting to support the operations of the Company’s corporate segment and ensure the accurate and timely reporting of the segment’s monthly financials. The Sr. Corporate Account is responsible journalizing corporate activity, reconciling corporate accounts, investigating and resolving reconciling items and preparing analysis of changes in account positions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> Specific Job Function:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and enter journals related cash receipts and payments, operating expense accruals, prepaids, fixed and intangibles assets, corporate allocations and other corporate related activities</li><li>Prepare detailed and organized account reconciliations and investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner</li><li>Analyze and understand significant changes in account balances and prepare clear and concise explanations for monthly segment review</li><li>Prepare and provide requested documentation to internal and external auditors</li><li>Identify and implement month end close and internal control enhancements</li><li>Partner with financial systems team members to maintain and update accounting system’s applications, chart of accounts, and reporting hierarchies</li><li>Implementation new accounting systems and policies within the Corporate segment</li><li>Complete special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
<p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Tax 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.</p><p><br></p><p>The Accountant position reports to the Accounting Manager of the Individual/Foundation Group and works well with all of the other professional service providers.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>• Maintenance of general ledgers, including preparation of accounting entries for the day to day transactions and other activity.</p><p>• Preparation of electronic tax work papers and tax returns for individuals, foundations and partnerships, including analysis of tax issues.</p><p>• Preparation of financial analysis such as tax projections, cash flow and liquidity planning and budgets.</p><p>• 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.</p><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>We are offering an opportunity for an Analyst based in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves the preparation and review of master lease and loan agreements, facilitating communications between various parties, and resolving documentation issues promptly. This position requires strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with associates and clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Review and prepare loan and lease documents, ensuring their accuracy and timeliness</p><p>• Act as the primary point of contact between Documentation Manager, Regional Sales Manager/Sales Associate, Customers, Internal Groups, and Vendors for transaction status updates and problem resolution.</p><p>• Establish and nurture strong relationships with Sales Associates and Customers, addressing their inquiries and concerns efficiently.</p><p>• Coordinate with suppliers regarding invoice-funding status, purchase order and account reconciliation.</p><p>• Manage pending files meticulously, including documentation, UCC’s, insurance and follow-ups for UCC, titles, and other documents.</p><p>• Validate the economics of transactions, tailored to the specifications and requirements of each transaction.</p><p>• Handle the processing and booking of lease and loan transactions on the lease & loan servicing system for funding.</p><p>• Assemble loan and lease packages, verifying calculations, rates, signatures, and dates on each document, preparing document checklists, obtaining subordination agreements, and filing UCC financing statements.</p><p>• Confirm that all documents are complete and ready prior to funding.</p><p>• Undertake additional projects as assigned by the Manager.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 plus bonus and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies.</p><p><br></p><p>The focus of this position will be on the delivery of financial services to a set of individual clients through accounting, operational activities, and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage the personal accounting for a variety of the company’s clients, both individuals and trusts. This includes preparing journal entries and finalizing personal financial statements on a monthly basis. This also includes completing a quarterly reporting package with detailed financial analyses, for example, budget vs. actual spending summaries.</li><li>Within twelve months, recommend a new personal financial report, analysis, or graphic to be included with the quarterly reporting package for the individual or trust clients which you manage.</li><li>Manage the annual financial reporting, administration of grants, and recording of documentation for a private foundation. This includes preparation of federal and state tax filings and calculation of the required minimum charitable distributions.</li><li>Within six months, assume responsibility for the company’s cash management activities. This includes initiating weekly cash transfers on behalf of our business entities and individual clients, reviewing individual investor accounts for liquidity limitations, and coordinating monthly income distributions to individual clients.</li><li>Gather and organize all annual tax information necessary for the preparation of income tax filings for our clients.</li><li>Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments for individuals and trusts.</li><li>Prepare annual extension estimates of taxable income from underlying investments.</li><li>Participate in recurring calls with external service providers (public accounting firms).</li><li>Manage the tax compliance calendar and track the ongoing progress of annual tax returns for all entities.</li><li>Prepare tax returns to be reviewed and signed by the CFO (Individual x1, Trust x1, and a Private Foundation x1). Review tax returns prepared by external service providers (Corporations x2, Partnership x8, Individuals x4, and Trusts x27).</li><li>Work closely with CFO and President in any tax planning/modeling on behalf of our clients (e.g., estate planning, charitable tax planning, etc.)</li><li>Coordinate real estate tax payments, required annual state filings for LLCs, and draft responses to federal and state income tax notices, as needed.</li><li>Within six months, manage the annual calculation of after-tax investment returns for each of our underlying partnership investments (excluding private equity).</li><li>Complete a variety of ad hoc projects working directly with the company’s President, CFO, Client Service Manager, or other team members on an as needed basis. This might include projects related to Corporate and Partnership Accounting, Private Equity & Compliance, Payroll, Administration, Debt and Liquidity Planning, or other analyses requested by the company’s clients.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Controller for a client in the education sector. This position is responsible for the overall management of accounting functions and financial operations, ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements. The Controller provides regular financial reporting, supports leadership with financial forecasts, and implements best practices in alignment with GAAP. The role oversees the accounting team and reports directly to the CFO/Vice President, Finance and Administration.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Uniform Financial Accounting System (UFAS) report, and additional financial statements as required.</li><li>Ensure strict compliance with GAAP, WTCS Financial Accounting Manual (FAM), and other relevant statutory regulations and institutional policies.</li><li>Coordinate and manage the annual financial audit and year-end close process with external auditors.</li><li>Conduct and review monthly cash reconciliations and oversee all aspects of the month-end close process for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Prepare and submit cost allocation and other financial reports required by the WTCS state office; maintain current knowledge of WTCS reporting guidelines to ensure full compliance.</li><li>Ensure timely, accurate submission of external reports, including IPEDS and HLC requirements.</li><li>Implement, maintain, and optimize financial systems and tools to support the accounting function; enforce internal controls to protect college assets and data integrity.</li><li>Monitor Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance and update financial procedures to reflect regulatory changes.</li><li>Effectively manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment—responding promptly to inquiries while meeting critical deadlines.</li><li>Continuously review and improve accounting and financial processes.</li><li>Supervise accounting staff; provide leadership through performance management, training, and support.</li><li>Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
<p>Salary 130k</p><p>Medical , dental , 401k , profit sharing and strong PTO policy and one day a week onsite</p><p>Reach out to [email protected] We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our team 1 day a week on site in the western suburbs.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for someone who thrives on the challenge of managing complex tax matters and providing strategic solutions to clients. You will play a pivotal role in overseeing tax compliance, research, and consulting while mentoring less experienced team members.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review detailed and complex business , partnership, corporate and individual tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Conduct independent research on advanced tax issues to provide well-informed solutions.</p><p>• Communicate findings and conclusions effectively to clients through clear written reports and verbal explanations.</p><p>• Offer strategic consulting and tailored solutions for clients’ tax-related challenges.</p><p>• Liaise with governmental agencies to address tax inquiries and resolve issues.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and skill development opportunities for less experienced tax staff.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax codes and regulations to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients to understand their financial goals and align tax strategies accordingly.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a contract to hire position that requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills and a strong background in managing accounts payable processes. The role involves overseeing invoice processing, ensuring timely approvals, and delivering outstanding customer service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage the accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Process approximately 150 invoices weekly and oversee approval procedures across multiple centers.</p><p>• Maintain regular communication with customers to address outstanding invoices and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Execute weekly check runs and automated clearing house (ACH) transactions.</p><p>• Ensure invoices are accurately coded and entered into the financial system.</p><p>• Provide exceptional customer service while managing vendor relationships and inquiries.</p><p>• Utilize Financial Edge software to streamline accounts payable operations.</p><p>• Monitor and maintain compliance with company policies and procedures related to accounts payable.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial processes and reporting.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>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 Staff Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p>The accounting team has been instrumental in building new reporting, process improvement, launching new initiatives and supporting our increasing employee base. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in the financial close process and will be responsible for preparing accounting journals, reviewing and entering client invoices, preparing allocation files, and performing month-end balance sheet account reconciliations. The Staff Accountant should have relevant professional experience, be entrepreneurial, poised, and able to communicate with junior and senior executives both inside as well as outside the firm. This position will report to the Accounting Manager.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Support the accounting department through direct coordination with other Staff Accountants, the Accounting Manager, and the Controller</li><li>Prepare journals (prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, revenue recognition, etc.) and balance sheet reconciliations as part of the month-end and quarter-end close processes</li><li>Assist the A/R Coordinator with preparation of client and intercompany invoices when needed</li><li>Assist with the accounts payable process by preparing and importing allocation files into our accounting system, NetSuite</li><li>Reconcile daily bank activity and perform broader bank reconciliations during month-end close</li><li>Assist with the year-end audit and budgeting processes</li><li>Document relevant US processes and procedures and update current documentation, as needed</li><li>Assist with special projects and provide support to other positions in the department, as needed</li></ul><p> <em>To apply to this hybrid position, please email [email protected]</em></p>
<p><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Full AP cycle, from invoice intake to payment processing.</li><li>Manage inbox</li><li>Weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, checks)</li><li>W-9 and 1099 compliance for vendors</li><li>Reconciliations on general ledger to assist with month-end close</li><li>Routine AP reporting</li><li>Payment forecasts</li><li>Spend summaries</li></ul><p><strong><em>Benefits</em></strong></p><ul><li>Medical Insurance</li><li>Dental Insurance</li><li>Vision Insurance</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Retirement Plan</li></ul>
We are looking for a reliable and dependable Office Manager to join our team in Villa Park, Illinois. This contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys providing exceptional administrative support. The role involves a mix of clerical responsibilities, customer service, and financial transaction management, making it an exciting and rewarding career path.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Deliver exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries from vendors and merchants.<br>• Manage rent payments using various methods, including credit cards, cash, and digital platforms like Zelle.<br>• Perform accurate data entry and maintain organized spreadsheets and records.<br>• Ensure the office is well-stocked and manage mail distribution efficiently.<br>• Assist management with event coordination, billing tasks, and the preparation of important documents.<br>• Monitor and record weekend bar sales to ensure accurate financial tracking.<br>• Support the team by maintaining office supplies and organizing administrative tasks.<br>• Facilitate communication between team members and external parties to ensure smooth operations.<br>• Uphold a welcoming and organized office environment for all visitors and staff.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team on a contract basis in south suburbs. This position requires someone with extensive expertise in construction accounting to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage budgets and financial reporting in a project-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and job cost accounting.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Monitor project budgets, identify variances, and deliver actionable insights to project managers and senior leadership.</p><p>• Develop and maintain annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including tax filings and audit requirements.</p><p>• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and uphold financial integrity.</p><p>• Evaluate the performance of the accounting team and foster a culture of accountability and precision.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers and executives to align financial strategies with operational objectives.</p><p>• Oversee accurate job costing and profitability reporting for ongoing construction projects.</p><p>• Utilize construction accounting software to streamline processes and optimize efficiency.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role $120,000 - $140,000 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>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a finance expert who excels at managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and team leadership. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy of financial records and supporting organizational goals through strategic financial management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the financial close process to maintain accurate and reliable accounting records.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports that adhere to compliance standards and organizational requirements.</p><p>• Develop, monitor, and evaluate budgets to align with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Conduct financial forecasts and analyze variances between actual results and budgets, providing actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Implement and enhance cash management strategies to ensure liquidity and financial stability.</p><p>• Guide and mentor the accounting team, promoting continuous improvement and attention to detail.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies in all financial operations.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software systems to streamline processes and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Support audits by providing accurate documentation and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing functions to maintain operational efficiency.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role 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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Don’t settle or waste your time with ‘Competitive Pay Rates’ nonsense. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p><p>· Provide immediate supervision and ongoing qualitative monitoring of employees responsible for accounts payable, and petty cash reimbursement</p><p>· Sets a positive example for employees, is a role model. Supports and trains employees on appropriate strategies using the 5 S’s and therapeutic de-escalation skills</p><p>· Promotes professional growth in employees, fostering strengths and redirecting efforts as necessary</p><p>· Ensure employees attend training related to being trauma informed-at least two every twelve months</p><p>· Mediate personnel conflicts with respect and dignity</p><p>· Understand the impact of secondary trauma and workplace stress and use strategies to prevent, minimize and/or help employees heal and recover</p><p>· Ensure assessment tools used to inform practice and treatment include screens for trauma exposure</p><p>· Maintain fidelity of trauma focused interventions and treatment modalities</p><p>· Holds regular (at least bi-weekly), documented supervision of supervisees</p><p>· Actively involved in planning and delivery of training related to own area of expertise and needs of programs supervised</p><p>· Ensure overall timeliness and accuracy of general ledger processing</p><p>· Maintain chart of accounts</p><p>· Conduct monthly and year-end general ledger closings and internal financial statement and schedule preparation</p><p>· Responsible for the accounting of restricted assets and coordinates that activity with the Development department, including qualitative balancing checks of each fund and various accounts</p><p>· Review the allocation cost methodology routinely to ensure costs are being properly shared between programs </p><p>· Update the A/P staff routinely with current allocations</p><p>· Coordinate annual independent audit, including preparation of Agency audited financial statements</p><p>· Assist CFO in preparation of annual cost reports and annual CFR</p><p>· Other duties, as needed.</p>
<p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:</strong></p><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><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $155,000-$175,000 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 holiday season 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><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, revenue recognition, project accounting, intercompany, payroll, and fixed assets. </li><li>Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP. </li><li>Manage corporate overhead accounting, including tracking, analysis, and strategic allocation of corporate expenses to business units. </li><li>Maintain a high level of data integrity and consistency in financial reporting across entities and functions. </li><li>Develop and maintain robust financial policies, accounting procedures, and internal documentation in line with best practices and regulatory expectations. </li><li>Identify and drive process improvements, finance transformation initiatives, and ERP system optimization.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with FP& A, Tax, Legal, HR, and Operations to support decision-making and ensure alignment of financial strategy. </li></ul><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Pumpkin Spice Season is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the sweater weather? 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>Job Description</strong></p><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 JBT 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></ul>
<p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>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. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description </u></strong></p><ul><li>Lead the entire accounting function, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close, management of and communication of the close process, reconciliation and basic reporting functions associated with general ledger management, variance analysis, and annual close and audit management.</li><li>Oversight and direct involvement within the operational aspects of the accounting department, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Vendor management, cash management, banking and applicable debt processes and other accounting/finance operations.</li><li>Responsibility for proactive identification of organizational and operational risks, as well as working with the executive team to develop efficient processes to manage those risks as the company continues its rapid growth.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and enforce accounting controls, policies, and procedures in accordance with GAAP</li></ul><p> </p>
<p>The holidays are here! Let’s get you into a role that will allow you to actually enjoy it!</p><p> </p><p><em>The salary range for this position is $130k-$150k plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid Controller role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong> Financial Management & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements (P& L, balance sheet, cash flow).</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.</li><li>Lead support work for annual financial statement audit and support needs for tax advisors.</li><li>Maintain accurate inventory valuation and cost accounting records. Mostly a distribution business but some contract manufacturing of own-branded products but no hard core cost accounting but definitely inventory accounting.</li><li>Support FP& A function in various financial statement / product margin analysis and profitability reporting by SKU, customer, or region.</li><li>Lead annual budgeting process and mid-year re-forecasts working collaboratively with FP& A function.</li><li>Monitor financial performance against budget/forecast and provide variance analysis.</li><li>Develop KPIs for distribution operations (inventory turns, fill rate, DSO, DPO, etc.).</li><li>Implement and monitor controls for inventory accuracy, shrinkage, and obsolescence.</li><li>Oversee cycle counts and year-end physical inventory.</li><li>Ensure proper costing methods (e.g., standard cost, FIFO) and landed cost accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with operations on warehouse efficiency and cost-saving initiatives.</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting and daily liquidity needs.</li><li>Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.</li><li>Monitor credit risk, customer payment performance, and collections strategies.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls across procurement, receiving, inventory, and sales order processes.</li><li>Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors on annual audits and tax preparations.</li><li>Optimize ERP/system workflows relating to purchasing, inventory, and sales.</li><li>Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual processes.</li><li>Lead improvements in reporting, data accuracy, and financial visibility across the organization.</li><li>Supervise accounting team (AP, AR, payroll, inventory accounting).</li><li>Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain to support business growth.</li><li>Provide financial insights to executive leadership for strategic decisions.</li><li>Support integration efforts for recently added acquisitions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, prepare and maintain regular financial planning reports. Complete analysis of financial results; Develop recommendations (strategic and tactical).</li><li>Develop and execute analysis of various business initiatives (e.g., opening new operations, asset acquisition, new service launches, discount and pricing, etc.).</li><li>Develop and maintain capital budget.</li><li>Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed. Oversee cash, investment, and asset management.</li><li>Develop and utilize forward-looking, predictive models and activity-based financial reports. Conduct analyses to provide insight into the organization’s operations and business plans.</li><li>Oversee financing strategies and activities, as well as banking relationships. Represent the company to financial partners, including financial institutions, investors, foundation executives, auditors, public officials, etc.</li><li>Remain up to date on audit best practices and global regulations regarding generally accepted accounting principles and financial operations.</li><li>Oversee the accounting department to ensure proper maintenance of all accounting systems and function; supervise and develop company’s finance staff. Ensure maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures.</li><li>Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of financial and management reporting for federal and state funders, investors, shareholders, and company’s board of directors.</li><li>Coordinate audits and proper filing of tax returns and associated IRS or Department of Labor filings. Ensure legal and regulatory compliance regarding all financial functions.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Full medical/dental vision/life insurance/401K. 50% 401K match up to 6%. They do have Roth IRA option as well. Short term and long-term disability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Accounting Supervisor for a client in the western suburbs. This role requires strong leadership skills, as you will oversee a team of three and report directly to the Controller. The position focuses on managing key accounting processes, maintaining accuracy in financial records, and ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and mentor a team of three accounting professionals, providing guidance and support in their daily tasks.</p><p>• Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and monitor inter-company sales transactions for accuracy.</p><p>• Provide leadership to the accounts payable team, ensuring timely payment to suppliers and adherence to terms.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support audits and ensure compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Participate actively in system upgrades, including automation tools like Esker for accounts payable.</p><p>• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management.</p><p>• Review and post journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger records.</p><p>• Utilize QAD and Microsoft Excel to manage and analyze financial data effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers a salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 and comes with a full benefit plan including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 401k and company paid pension. </p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688.</p>