15 results for Contract Analyst in Chicago, IL

Credit Analyst

Hinsdale, IL
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 71000 USD / Yearly
Senior Credit AnalystLocation: Oak Brook - onsite with flex time and 10 days per year for remote Elevate Your Career with a Local LeaderAre you a data-driven Credit professional who thrives in a high-volume, high-impact environment? This is an onsite role designed for someone who values face-to-face collaboration and is looking for a clear path toward growth and advancement. [1, 2]We are specifically seeking individuals with a background in mid-size to large revenue companies who understand the complexities of sophisticated credit portfolios and corporate financial structures.The RoleAs a Senior Credit Analyst, you will play a pivotal part in managing accounts receivable while ensuring the timely resolution of payment issues. You will be a key consultant to our sales and management teams, balancing risk mitigation with business growth.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Portfolio Management: Monitor daily aging reports to prioritize and address delinquent accounts, ensuring aggressive collection targets are consistently met.</li><li>Strategic Credit Review: Analyze customer financial standing, market presence, and credit risk to provide high-level recommendations for credit limits and terms.</li><li>Dispute Resolution: Reconcile past-due balances and collaborate with sales and customers to resolve complex billing disputes.</li><li>Process Improvement: Conduct root-cause analysis to reduce billing exceptions and identify trends that impact cash flow.</li><li>Approvals & Compliance: Review credit holds and approve order releases in strict alignment with company policy; identify and recommend bad debt write-offs for managerial approval.</li><li>Reporting: Generate monthly and ad-hoc reports to provide leadership with insights into collection trends and portfolio health. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Experience: Credit/Collections experience, specifically within a mid-market or enterprise-level company (high revenue volume).</li><li>Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to interpret financial statements and market data to assess risk.</li><li>Communication: Proven track record of building positive relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers.</li><li>Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) and advanced Excel.</li><li>Proactive Mindset: A self-starter who identifies issues before they become problems and is motivated by professional advancement. [1, 2, 3]</li></ul>Benefits include insurance, 401K, vacation and holiday pay
2026-03-13T00:00:00Z

Credit Analyst

Deerfield, IL
onsite
Temporary
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Credit Analyst to join our team in Deerfield, Illinois. This role involves assessing credit risks, managing customer accounts, and assisting with collections to ensure financial stability. This is a long-term contract position offering flexibility in scheduling and an opportunity for growth in attention to detail. Responsibilities: • Conduct detailed credit risk assessments for existing and incoming customer accounts. • Analyze financial data to evaluate the creditworthiness of commercial clients. • Manage and monitor customer credit applications to ensure compliance with company policies. • Assist with collections on problematic accounts to minimize financial exposure. • Collaborate with internal teams to address credit-related issues and support business operations. • Prepare reports and documentation on credit evaluations and collection efforts. • Identify trends in customer payment behaviors and recommend strategies to mitigate risks. • Ensure proper handling of sensitive financial information throughout the credit analysis process. • Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to management.
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
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] 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. Job Responsibilities:• Review and prepare loan and lease documents, ensuring their accuracy and timeliness• 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.• Establish and nurture strong relationships with Sales Associates and Customers, addressing their inquiries and concerns efficiently.• Coordinate with suppliers regarding invoice-funding status, purchase order and account reconciliation.• Manage pending files meticulously, including documentation, UCC’s, insurance and follow-ups for UCC, titles, and other documents.• Validate the economics of transactions, tailored to the specifications and requirements of each transaction.• Handle the processing and booking of lease and loan transactions on the lease & loan servicing system for funding.• 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.• Confirm that all documents are complete and ready prior to funding.• Undertake additional projects as assigned by the Manager.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
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] 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 Financial planning and analysis 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… ROLE OVERVIEW<ul><li>Assist in building a best-in-class FP&A and Reporting process by developing, standardizing, maintaining and driving continuous improvement of all financial tools and planning processes</li><li>Develop deep understanding of the underlying operations and drivers for the budgets. Assist in the annual budgeting process including guidelines, systems and tools, change tracking and review and approval</li><li>Collaborate with the team regarding system enhancements, and maintenance of Adaptive Insights/Workday, the company's budgeting & forecasting tool</li><li>Maintain executive leadership reporting</li><li>Support Management Accounting team for reporting needs</li><li>Track financial results that will deliver insight and recommendations to our executive leadership for strategic and operational planning decisions</li><li>Contribute to the consolidation and analysis of management reporting results, monthly forecasts, and quarterly updates for senior leadership</li><li>Collaborate internally with other departments to strategize, troubleshoot issues, and support any needs they may have.</li></ul>
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Des Plaines, IL
onsite
Permanent
95000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Financial Analyst to join our team in Rosemont, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis and modeling, with the ability to drive key financial processes and provide actionable insights to support decision-making. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial health of manufacturing operations through detailed reporting, forecasting, and analysis. Responsibilities:• Facilitate the month-end close process, including preparing account reconciliations and processing journal entries.• Perform weekly cash flow analysis and track key financial metrics to support operational initiatives.• Develop and maintain cost accounting standards for manufacturing operations, analyzing variances to identify root causes.• Generate and analyze weekly site spend and manufacturing reports to evaluate cost leverage and recommend corrective actions.• Lead the annual planning and forecasting process, including setting standards for hours and productivity.• Enhance existing tracking systems to ensure timely identification and reporting of variances.• Oversee ongoing forecasting efforts related to revenue, standard margins, and cash flow performance.• Manage site capital requirements, including processing monthly capital project requests, tracking fixed assets, and developing annual capital plans. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 401K
2026-03-12T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000 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]. SummaryThe Regional Finance Analyst role is meant to oversee the Financial operations of the Central Region and partner with the local offices within the region to promote consistency and smooth workflow and expedited AR, AP and reporting functions. Essential duties and responsibilities• Partner with our centralized accounting team to book and reconcile journal entries• Month-end & Quarterly Close: prepare, format, and provide variance analysis on financial reports, maintain broker balances and other tasks as needed• Assist in budgeting and forecasting process• Prepare commission calculations each pay period to be submitted to the Regional Finance Manager• Submit tickets to the centralized accounting team to create invoices• Salesforce maintenance: track the deals and pipeline for forecasting; ensure all calculations and data entries are correct; Organize necessary documents, contracts, and agreements to support commission invoicing• Suggest changes or improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency; provide broker support as needed• Assist the Finance and Operations Director with special projects as needed
2026-03-10T00:00:00Z

Compensation Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Join our client as a strategic HR Compensation Lead driving innovative total rewards solutions for a growing organization. As a trusted advisor to HR, finance, and business leaders, you’ll design and manage compensation programs that attract, motivate, and retain top talent—making a direct impact on business success. This is a contract to hire opportunity for a nonprofit organization. What you get to do every day:• Conduct thorough analyses of compensation data to support strategic decision-making.• Develop and manage compensation surveys to gather relevant market insights.• Evaluate and benchmark compensation structures against industry standards and trends.• Provide recommendations to optimize salary and benefits packages for employees.• Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to ensure consistent application of compensation policies.• Prepare detailed reports on compensation trends and findings for stakeholders.• Monitor compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to compensation.• Support the implementation and administration of compensation programs and processes.• Offer guidance and expertise in addressing compensation-related queries and challenges.• Assist in the development of strategies to align compensation practices with organizational goals.
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$105,000 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] You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:The ideal candidate will leverage their analytical expertise and retail knowledge to provide actionable insights, manage financial reporting, and support business decision-making. This role requires a strong understanding of retail operations, financial planning, and accounting principles used in the retail industry.<ul><li>Complete various reports for accounting; itemize transactions on various reports into spreadsheets.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis on retail performance, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Analyze sales, margins, and inventory to provide insights that drive profitability</li><li>Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts, aligning with retail goals.</li><li>Monitor retail department budgets to ensure adherence and highlight variances</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Manage general ledger accounting and ensure compliance with GAAP</li><li>Reconcile accounts related to retail operations, including inventory and accounts payable.</li><li>Track and analyze key retail metrics such as inventory turnover, foot traffic, and basket size.</li><li>Utilize retail POS systems to extract and analyze data.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting and reporting processes.</li><li>Enhance retail reporting systems to improve data visibility for stakeholders</li><li>Accounts Receivable:</li><li> - Process and reconcile all customer invoices and payments.</li><li> - Research and resolve customer billing inquiries and disputes.</li><li> - Maintain accurate customer account records.</li><li> - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts receivable aging reports.</li><li> - Assist in the collection of outstanding debts.</li><li>Accounts Payable:</li><li> - Process and reconcile vendor invoices and payments.</li><li> - Maintain accurate vendor records.</li><li> - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts payable reports.</li><li> - Research and resolve vendor payment discrepancies.</li><li> - Assist with vendor relations.</li><li>Sales Tax:</li><li> - Prepare and file monthly/quarterly sales tax returns accurately and on time.</li><li> - Maintain accurate sales tax records and reconciliations.</li><li> - Research and stay updated on sales tax laws and regulations.</li><li> - Assist with audits and tax examinations.</li><li>Developing spreadsheet.</li></ul>
2026-03-12T00:00:00Z

Reporting Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $115,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. The Portfolio Data & Analytics team is responsible for ongoing portfolio company performance monitoring and analysis, FP&A and complex financial modeling, valuing the investment positions in each of the firm’s portfolio companies, and content creation and analysis supporting investor relations. The Reporting Assurance Analyst will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all external investor communications, including LP emails, press releases, and quarterly investor presentations. This process entails building out supporting documentation that is easily traceable and orderly. While the primary focus will be on compliance and documentation for investor communications, the role will also support the broader functions of the Portfolio Data & Analytics team. Key Responsibilities: • Help prepare various presentations and supporting analyses for the firm’s most critical investor meetings, including the annual meeting, semi-annual advisory board meetings and investor conference calls• Ensure all external communications are accurate and compliant with regulatory standards• Develop and maintain detailed supporting documentation and tie-out work for investor communications• Collaborate with investment teams and senior leadership to verify data and content accuracy• Assist the Investor Relations team with fundraising and diligence requests from LPs and prospective LPs• Support the broader Portfolio Data & Analytics team ensure accuracy on various quarterly and ad hoc outputsOther responsibilities and opportunities: • Continually evaluate possible new technology solutions and propose process revisions to assist in data aggregation as the firm continues to expand portfolio investments in both number and complexity
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Cash/AR Analyst

Deerfield, IL
onsite
Temporary
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our team in Deerfield, Illinois. As part of this role, you will focus on cash applications, billing functions, and managing construction-related financial processes. This is a long-term contract position offering an excellent opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the application of cash payments and ensure accurate posting to accounts. • Manage financial exceptions and discrepancies effectively. • Handle the processing and tracking of bonds related to construction projects. • Utilize lien rights and construction trade knowledge to optimize cash posting procedures. • Conduct commercial collections to ensure timely payments. • Collaborate with billing functions to maintain accurate invoicing and account reconciliation. • Monitor and report on cash activity, ensuring compliance with company standards. • Train team members on construction-related financial processes as needed. • Support the overall accounts receivable operations by identifying and implementing process improvements.
2026-03-12T00:00:00Z

Treasury Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
26.125 - 30.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Treasury Analyst to join a growing organization in the financial services sector based in Chicago, Illinois. This is a Contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity for growth and development. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in treasury operations and a proactive approach to managing financial activities. Responsibilities: • Manage daily treasury operations, ensuring efficient cash flow management and accurate reporting. • Prepare and analyze cash flow forecasts to support organizational financial planning. • Reconcile accounts and perform regular reviews to maintain accuracy in financial records. • Collaborate with banking partners to resolve issues and optimize banking relationships. • Monitor and report on liquidity, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. • Support treasury-related projects and initiatives to improve processes and operational efficiency. • Utilize Microsoft Excel to manage and analyze financial data effectively. • Assist in developing strategies for risk management and optimizing cash utilization. • Conduct periodic audits of treasury functions to ensure adherence to established procedures.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

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

Loan Operations Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
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] You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. Responsibilities: • Maintain the Reconciliation and Control functions within the Operations group• 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• 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• Enter trades into Wall Street Office (“WSO”) and trade capture systems• Set up Agency deals in WSO Agent and assist with other loan operation interfaces with IHS Market services• 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.• Ensure all loans are rolled and correct rates are set for the next accrual period• Serve as bridge between Loan Operations (upstream) and Finance/Accounting (downstream) teams• Coordinate and work with outside service providers (servicers, agents, auditors, custodians, third party administrators, etc.) as needed• Work with IT and other internal teams to ensure operational efficiency and accuracy across middle and back office systems• Identify automation opportunities and process improvement/control initiatives, including ad hoc project support and data mapping documentation
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

AP Analyst

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 87000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $85,000- $87,000 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”? Job Description:The Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst manages the company’s outgoing expenses and ensures all invoices are processed and paid accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies. This role is accountable for end-to-end AP processing, vendor relations, monthly reconciliations, and issue resolution, partnering closely with Accounting, Operations, and cross-functional teams. Primary Responsibilities: • Invoice Intake & Verification - Receive, review, and validate invoices and employee expense reports for accuracy, proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation. • Payment Processing - Prepare and execute payments (ACH, wires, checks) per company policy and schedule and in compliance with the company’s internal controls. • Vendor Management - Maintain vendor master data (W-9s/1099 designations, banking instructions); respond to vendor inquiries; track and reconcile outstanding credit memos. • Month-End Close Support - Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger; prepare AP accruals; confirm payable reports to ensure amounts paid were accurate; support schedules for audits. • Compliance & Controls - Uphold AP policies/procedures; support 1099 year-end reporting; contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives. • Treasury – Support treasury activities by managing bank account maintenance, preparing and submitting bank documentation, coordinating responses to KYC inquiries, and monitoring bank account fees. • Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Accounting, Procurement, and business teams to resolve issues, improve cycle times, and sustain vendor relationships. • Perform other duties as assigned.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z