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184 results for Accounting in Chicago, IL

Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 21.85 - 25.3 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a growing real estate and property organization in Oak Brook, Illinois. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who brings strong accounting fundamentals, experience in property-related financial operations, and confidence working with Yardi and Excel. The person in this role will help maintain accurate records, contribute to reporting and close activities, and support the broader finance team with reliable day-to-day execution.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process accounts payable transactions and maintain organized, accurate financial records across property-related accounts.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing reconciliations, reviewing ledger activity, and helping ensure timely completion of reporting tasks.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, trial balances, and other recurring reports for management review.</p><p>• Work within Yardi to manage accounting data, research discrepancies, and help resolve system-related issues affecting financial workflows.</p><p>• Partner with property managers and finance staff to monitor budgets, track expenses, and provide updates that support planning decisions.</p><p>• Help coordinate audit preparation by gathering documentation, responding to requests, and reinforcing compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.</p><p>• Review general ledger entries for accuracy and completeness, making corrections or escalating issues when needed.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and contribute to efficiency enhancements within the finance function.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $20 to $25. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
  • 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join a machinery manufacturing organization in Chicago, Illinois on a Contract basis. This position supports timely and accurate payment operations by handling invoices, expense documentation, and vendor account activity with a high level of precision. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working across departments to resolve payment-related questions while helping maintain efficient finance processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process supplier invoices and employee expense submissions for payment after confirming accuracy and completeness.<br>• Compare invoices against purchase orders and receiving records to ensure transactions are properly supported.<br>• Research billing issues and coordinate with vendors and internal teams to correct discrepancies promptly.<br>• Assign appropriate expense coding and enter payable data accurately into the company’s accounting platform.<br>• Organize and retain invoice files in both digital and hard-copy formats to support recordkeeping standards.<br>• Create, update, and maintain vendor profiles to keep payment information current and reliable.<br>• Reconcile employee credit card activity with supporting receipts and allocate charges to the correct accounts.<br>• Manage weekly payment cycles, including check runs and other disbursements, while meeting due dates and maximizing available payment terms or discounts.<br>• Review accounts payable aging reports on a regular basis and assist the finance team with additional administrative or accounting support as needed.
  • 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
Associate Vice President of Technical Accounting
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 200000 - 240000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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]</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 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The 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.</p><p><br></p><p>•Assist the company&#39;s Transactions and Portfolio Growth team in evaluating potential transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, capital commitments, and other investments</p><p>•Advise on the structuring of transactions and consult on proposed transactions, including consolidation assessments</p><p>•Assist in accounting-related diligence materials, coordinate with external advisors, and review transaction documents</p><p>•Perform complex accounting research, most notably under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and prepare or review technical accounting memos to support conclusions</p><p>•Lead purchase accounting, including review of internal and third-party valuations</p><p>•Collaborate with Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure transactions are appropriately accounted for and disclosed</p><p>•Oversee the monthly Development and Asset Management Committee process</p><p>•Prepare presentations or summaries to communicate transaction impacts to stakeholders, including executive leadership</p><p>•Prepare and/or review certain disclosures in the Company’s SEC filings</p><p>•Work with the Company’s external auditors to provide support on technical accounting conclusions and valuations</p><p>•Demonstrate a commitment to the company&#39;s core values</p>
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
Sr. Project Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <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><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><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><p> </p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager (Individuals)
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 160000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $165,000 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><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>The Individuals/Foundations Group provides accounting, tax compliance and planning, legal, trust administration, business management, financial management, treasury, insurance, and technology services to the enterprises of two wealthy families, including business entities, trusts, individuals and foundations. The Manager position reports to the Group Leader and works well with all of the other professional service providers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Duties &amp; Responsibilities </strong></p><p>• Management of quarterly Financial Statements and custom reports for all Individual, S Corporation and Foundation enterprises.</p><p>• Review and manage annual Fair Market Value Balance Sheet project.</p><p>• Manage annual tax return process for Individuals, Partnerships, S-Corporations and Foundations.</p><p>• Review tax projections and quarterly estimates.</p><p>• Identify and research tax issues, consult with internal tax experts.</p><p>• Review and reconcile journal entries and general ledger for multiple individuals, LLC’s, partnerships, S-Corporations and foundations.</p><p>• Review insurance policies, claims and schedules for individuals, personal entities and foundations.</p><p>• Mentor and develop staff accountants within Individual/Foundation Group.</p><p>• Identify future needs of the family office accounting function and recommend appropriate plans/actions.</p><p>• Lead and manage special projects, as needed.</p><p> </p>
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
Sr. Cost Accountant
  • Geneva, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 50 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Contract Sr. Cost Accountant to support manufacturing finance activities in Geneva, Illinois. This role will focus on strengthening cost accuracy, inventory valuation, and financial insight across production operations while partnering closely with operations and warehouse teams. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in standard costing, variance review, and month-end accounting within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate product and manufacturing costs by reviewing material, labor, overhead, and other production-related expenses to support accurate financial analysis.<br>• Investigate cost variances across production, materials, labor, scrap, and absorption, and present practical recommendations to improve performance.<br>• Maintain and update standard costs for finished goods and components, including support for the annual cost roll process and related routing reviews.<br>• Prepare recurring financial reports that summarize cost trends, budget performance, and key metrics for leadership and business stakeholders.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting activities to help ensure accurate valuation, reserve calculations, and alignment with cost of goods sold.<br>• Manage inventory reserve analysis for excess, obsolete, and shrink exposure, and provide clear documentation for accounting records.<br>• Coordinate the cycle count program, monitor related performance indicators, and work with operational teams to address discrepancies.<br>• Lead budgeting and forecasting for manufacturing costs across domestic entities while providing financial oversight support for international operations.<br>• Complete balance sheet reconciliations for inventory and other cost-related accounts and contribute to an accurate and timely month-end close.<br>• Track capital spending against approved budgets and report variances and trends to finance leadership.
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager - Public
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Tax Manager -( ideal for local candidates ) Great quality of life This role is ideal for a tax specialist who combines strong technical expertise with a consultative approach to client service. The position centers on reviewing complex tax filings, resolving sophisticated tax matters, and guiding team members to deliver accurate, high-quality work. High net worth client experience ideal</p><p>For more information : Reach out to [email protected]</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the review of complex business and high net worth tax returns, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable tax regulations.</p><p>• Handle selective hands-on tax preparation while focusing primarily on quality review and final evaluation of deliverables.</p><p>• Investigate intricate tax questions independently and develop well-supported conclusions based on current law and guidance.</p><p>• Present tax research outcomes and recommendations clearly to clients through both written communication and direct discussion.</p><p>• Advise clients on tax-related challenges and offer practical strategies tailored to their business or personal circumstances.</p><p>• Manage communication with tax authorities and respond to notices, inquiries, and other government correspondence in a timely manner.</p><p>• Support the growth of entry-level tax professionals by providing coaching, technical direction, and constructive feedback.</p><p>• Collaborate with colleagues across engagements to maintain strong client relationships and consistent service quality.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical, Dental, 401K, and Vacation </p>
  • 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
Sr. Staff Accountant
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
Tax Senior
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 95000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this hybrid position is $95,000-$115,000 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><strong><u>Position Detail</u></strong></p><ul><li>Review/Prepare tax returns for Partnerships (1065), and S and C-corps (1120), Individuals (1040) and others, as assigned.</li><li>Handle routine client tax questions, research tax issues, and work with clients to collect necessary information for tax return completion and compliance.</li><li>Assist in tax field exams and any tax notice resolutions.</li><li>Recognize and inform senior management of opportunities to increase level and types of services to clients.</li><li>Assist with training and developing staff and interns.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
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