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Bookkeeper

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $60,000-$75,000 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] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. Job Description:<ul><li>Prepare bookkeeping on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis</li><li>Perform general accounting duties including entering transactions and reconciling general ledger, credit card, and cash accounts.</li><li>Verify, complete and reconcile payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.</li><li>Monitor accounts receivable for accuracy of financial reporting</li><li>Deposits of checks through the check readers for our banks</li><li>Record receipts and ensure matching between bank statement, cash subledger and general ledger</li><li>Responsible for all office duties, including ordering supplies, ensuring all office space maintenance/repair issues are dealt with on a timely basis, administering all communications to necessary parties (mail, courier, fax, telephone, cell phones)</li><li>Administer centralized office services (FedEx, office supplies, etc)</li><li>Primary phone contact for Chicago office, receiving and screening all in-coming phone calls</li><li>Responsible for all physical access issues such as IDs, keys and coordination with building management</li><li>Organize staff meetings/office events to include sending information emails to entire staff</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Libertyville, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$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]. What You'll DoThe primary purpose of this role is to effectively, efficiently, and ethically manage financial records, support tax preparation, and engage with clients as needed.<ul><li>Bookkeeping & General Ledger: Maintain accurate and timely financial records by recording all transactions with proper categorization. Ensure daily reconciliation of entries and uphold a clean, organized, and up-to-date general ledger.</li><li>Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage accounts payable, process invoices, and ensure timely payments. Handle accounts receivable, including invoicing clients and monitoring collections.</li><li>Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for management review.</li><li>Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations: Perform daily reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly.</li><li>Tax Preparation Support: Assist with the preparation and filing of various tax returns (e.g., federal, state, local) by gathering necessary financial documents and ensuring all required information is complete and accurate.</li><li>Payroll Processing: Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for clients, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits, and maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Schaumburg, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial recordkeeping and reporting for our team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in accuracy, keeps organized records, and can manage core accounting tasks with confidence. The successful candidate will help maintain clean financial data, support routine reconciliations, and contribute to smooth accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Maintain accurate financial records by entering and updating transactions in accounting systems and supporting spreadsheets.• Review ledger activity regularly to identify discrepancies, correct posting errors, and preserve data accuracy across accounts.• Prepare routine financial documentation, including income summaries, profit and loss reports, and account-level totals for internal use.• Reconcile bank statements and related account balances by comparing financial records against banking activity and resolving variances.• Organize and retain invoices, receipts, and other accounting documents in a manner that supports efficient retrieval and audit readiness.• Assist with tax-related administrative work by gathering information needed for payments, filings, and supporting documentation.• Help ensure accounting practices align with applicable reporting standards and established financial controls.• Provide research support and assist accounting staff with additional bookkeeping and reporting tasks as business needs arise. Benefits: <ul><li>medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant/Bookkeeper

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this hybrid position is $80,000-$90,000 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] Summary:Maintains client financial records including preparation of financial statements and tax returns, relatedschedules, and reports. Requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in arelated area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within theaccounting field. Relies on instructions and per-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Essential Duties and Specific Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform general accounting and bookkeeping duties and make required adjustments to</li><li>clients QuickBooks files</li><li>Assist in the preparation of federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses,</li><li>and exempt organizations.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of sales tax and payroll tax returns</li><li>Develops an understanding of firm philosophy, values and tax opinions</li><li>Contributes to the client service team by producing quality work with quick turnaround and</li><li>attentive service</li><li>Establishes good working relationships with all partners and staff members</li><li>Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and imagination in approaching work</li><li>Performs such other duties as assigned</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Calumet City, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a client of ours. This role supports core government accounting operations, contributes to the annual budget and audit process, and helps maintain accurate financial reporting across multiple functions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound knowledge of accounting principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, departments, and the public in a detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Collaborate with finance leadership in preparing and coordinating the organization’s annual operating budget.</li><li>Compile, review, and organize financial schedules and supporting documentation for the annual external audit.</li><li>Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Review general ledger activity and analyze financial information for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.</li><li>Support accounting operations across multiple functional areas, which may include accounts payable, payroll, cash receipts, general ledger maintenance, and utility billing.</li><li>Develop a working understanding of the organization’s financial software and related transaction-processing workflows.</li><li>Provide day-to-day direction and support to designated finance staff, with an emphasis on accounts payable and cash receipt activities.</li><li>Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting procedures, improve workflow efficiency, and enhance internal controls.</li><li>Contribute to effective financial planning, responsible resource management, and compliance with established policies and procedures.</li><li>Maintain clear communication regarding assignments, progress, issues, and deadlines.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments and with external partners to support accurate and timely financial operations.</li><li>Participate in knowledge sharing, cross-training, and professional development activities that strengthen departmental effectiveness.</li><li>Uphold high standards of professionalism, ethical conduct, accountability, and service in performing assigned duties.</li><li>Carry out additional responsibilities consistent with the scope and objectives of the position.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
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]. Upgrade your sweater weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance. Job Description:• 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 DFMC 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 DFMC 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 DFMC groups and develops relationships that are crucial to the success of DFMC’s tax compliance season each year • Educates other DFMC 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
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
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] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. 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. Job Description: <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>
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
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]. Upgrade your sweater weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance. Job Description: 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 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
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Westmont, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.35 - 36.3 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a high-tech pharm/biotech organization in Westmont, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys balancing daily transactional work with close-cycle support and financial reporting. The role will partner with both finance and operational teams to maintain accurate records, monitor project-related activity, and help keep accounting processes running efficiently. Responsibilities:• Record accounting activity through timely journal entries and maintain clear audit-ready support for each transaction.• Reconcile general ledger balances on a recurring basis, research variances, and resolve outstanding items accurately.• Contribute to month-end and year-end close efforts by preparing schedules, validating balances, and supporting reporting deadlines.• Provide assistance across both accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows to help maintain smooth day-to-day operations.• Use Microsoft Dynamics GP, including project-related accounting functionality, to monitor financial activity tied to projects and ensure proper coding.• Review account activity for inconsistencies, investigate discrepancies, and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders.• Prepare financial data and supporting analysis to assist with routine reporting and management review.• Follow established accounting controls, policies, and procedures to support compliance and financial accuracy.• Participate in ongoing process enhancements and system optimization efforts that strengthen accounting efficiency and reporting quality. The salary range for this position is $28 to $33. 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 roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 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>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Essential ResponsibilitiesGeneral Accounting<ul><li>Maintain the company's general ledger, accounting records, and financial reporting systems.</li><li>Record, reconcile, and safeguard all financial transactions and company assets.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Review and audit accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Perform monthly bank reconciliations.</li><li>Reconcile and audit intercompany transactions.</li><li>Manage state business filings, registrations, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Coordinate external audits, including state, union, insurance, and regulatory audits.</li><li>Complete Statement of Experience (SOE) and prequalification applications for state agencies and other organizations.</li><li>Maintain the confidentiality of all financial records, reports, and proprietary business information.</li></ul>Sage 100 Contractor Administration<ul><li>Perform and support all accounting-related functions within Sage 100 Contractor.</li><li>Maintain system security settings, user permissions, and appropriate access controls.</li><li>Protect sensitive financial data and ensure system confidentiality and data integrity.</li></ul>Payroll Administration<ul><li>Set up and maintain payroll calculations and earnings codes.</li><li>Create and maintain union payroll codes.</li><li>Process payroll, including checks and direct deposits.</li><li>Prepare, verify, submit, and remit union reports and payments.</li><li>Calculate, file, and remit federal, state, and local payroll taxes.</li><li>Maintain employee vacation and sick leave balances.</li><li>Support timekeeping and attendance processes.</li><li>Safeguard confidential employee payroll, compensation, and personnel information.</li></ul>Accounts Receivable<ul><li>Process invoice voids and adjustments.</li><li>Review and process customer credit applications.</li><li>Support accounts receivable functions while maintaining the confidentiality of customer financial information.</li></ul>Tax & Regulatory Compliance<ul><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local tax requirements.</li><li>Assist with tax filings, reporting, and regulatory compliance activities.</li><li>Protect confidential tax records and financial documentation.</li></ul>Confidentiality RequirementsThis position requires access to confidential financial, payroll, personnel, banking, customer, vendor, and proprietary company information. The Staff Accountant is expected to:<ul><li>Maintain strict confidentiality of all company and employee information.</li><li>Protect sensitive financial and business records from unauthorized disclosure.</li><li>Comply with all company policies regarding confidentiality, data security, and record retention.</li><li>Exercise discretion and professionalism when handling confidential matters.</li><li>Report any suspected breach of confidential information in accordance with company policy.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Glendale Heights, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to support daily accounting operations for a multi-location organization in Glendale Heights, Illinois. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing receivables, and ensuring account activity is properly reconciled across internal systems and banking platforms. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable working with data, and able to collaborate effectively with both finance and operational teams. This role is on-site, 5 days/week.Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 + full benefitsBenefits<ul><li>Medical, dental and vision insurance</li><li>2 weeks of paid vacation</li><li>Paid national holidays, plus the day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve</li><li>Discounted childcare</li><li>A collaborative, welcoming team environment</li></ul>Responsibilities:• Reconcile financial activity by comparing reports from the childcare management platform, payment processor, and bank accounts to confirm accuracy and resolve mismatches.• Oversee accounts receivable by reviewing open balances, tracking weekly enrollment activity, and partnering with operational leaders to support timely collections.• Prepare and distribute recurring financial and billing reports for individual locations to help local leadership monitor account status.• Guide and support center directors on billing and receivable procedures, offering training to improve consistency and accuracy in system usage.• Examine transactions, account balances, and supporting records to identify discrepancies and follow through on corrective action.• Maintain organized bookkeeping records and contribute to additional accounting tasks as business needs evolve.• Assist with financial reporting processes by compiling data and ensuring information is complete, reliable, and up to date.
2026-10-20T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 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] Work from home options, generous vacation days every year, top tier benefits, competitive pay rates and VERY lucrative bonuses. If that sounds like something you want, keep reading. This role will play an integral role in designing and building these processes, as well as collaborating with business partners to implement them throughout the organization. Responsibilities • Ability to complete AP/AR/Payroll related duties• Apply and research client payments and prepare deposits• Process and code invoices for payment• Prepare related journal entries• Assist in Employee Expense/Company Credit Card processing (Expensify)• Meet processing and reporting deadlines• Support Brokerage Offices by entering and processing AP/AR requests• Responding to information requests from Brokerage Offices• Assisting the Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects, as needed
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 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] The #1 biggest thing on people’s minds 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. Job DescriptionThe position will report to the assigned Senior Accountant. This person will assist with the following responsibilities. 1. Receive mail regarding any accounting functions for assigned properties via US Mail and/or Email. 2. Scan and save all invoices, loan statements and bank statements in each entity’s folder via US Mail or Online download. 3. Seek approval for invoices that require an approval. 4. Enter invoices into either the bank’s PayScan system or our accounting systems (Skyline and/or AppFolio). 5. Update the cash sheet with deposits and payments in real time and daily for each assigned property. 6. Record cash receipts from tenants into our Skyline system. AppFolio tenant receipts are automatically booked. 7. Verify with the property manager any tenant payments that require a specific tenant charge code. 8. Must be a team player who is willing to cross train after main responsibilities are learned. 9. Assist the Senior Accountant with other tasks as needed.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Evanston, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $70,000 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] Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? Job Description The Head of Accounting will play a critical role in overseeing the financial operations related to our condo property management activities. This includes maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.<ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations related to property management, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance for company-owned properties.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.</li><li>Manage the annual budget preparation process and provide ongoing support for budget monitoring and forecasting.</li><li>Conduct regular reconciliations of bank accounts, tenant ledgers, and other key financial accounts.</li><li>Collaborate with property managers to ensure accurate and timely rent collections, lease accounting, and expense reporting.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and manage liquidity.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and responding to audit inquiries.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting standards, regulations, and best practices.</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75000 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]. About The RoleAs a Staff Accountant you will be an essential member of the accounting and finance team. This position requires someone with meticulous attention to detail, the highest ethical standards, and the ability to clearly communicate complex financial information to individuals across various departments. This role requires a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP and a passion for financial operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have the ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change, work effectively within cross-functional teams, be highly resourceful and deliver under tight deadlines. Job Description:• Provide oversight to the accounting and finance operations to ensure that processes are in place to support the day to day running of the business• Performs the monthly quarterly and yearly close of the financial statements using NetSuite. This includes making the relevant accounting adjustments and analysis for the close.• Manage the banking system in-terms of making the relevant invoice payments and control over the daily movements of the cash operations• Ensure relevant internal controls are in place for the accounting and finance operations• Identify process improvements and assist in the implementation of relevant process change, policies and procedures; to enhance the existing control environment• Have a strong understanding of internal control environment relevant for a financial institution.• Have a strong understanding of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP) and research accounting issues to ensure that the accounts are in compliance with the accounting standards.• Review the work and supervise the staff accountants to ensure that the accounting team is able produce accurate financial statements and relevant analysis on a timely basis.• Assist in the audit process including, coordinating with the external auditors in-terms of queries arising during the audit process, preparing the relevant analysis for audit support and being the contact person during the audit fieldwork.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is up to $75,000- $80,000 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] 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. Job description The Staff Accountant will be an integral part of the team that offers a wide variety of experiences and plenty of opportunities for professional growth and exposure to upper management. The Staff Accountant’s primary responsibilities will be month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting. Also, working under the direction of the Asst Controller, the Staff Accountant will support the preparation of agency documents for pooling purposes. <ul><li>Responsible for the preparation of timely and accurate monthly financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Responsible for preparation and timely input of daily journal entries</li><li>Perform month-end close duties including assigned balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with third-party audit requests, preparation of year-end audit schedules, and footnote preparation</li><li>Assist in documentation of policies and procedures while identifying and driving improvement opportunities. Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction to accomplish objectives</li><li>Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines</li><li>Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
145000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $145,000 - $150,000 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] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage corporate month end close procedures with the global finance team.</li><li>Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of global finance and general ledger reporting structure.</li><li>Assist with quarterly and annual external reporting requirements</li><li>Support implementation of new accounting standards and maintain accounting policies</li><li>Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual external reporting requirements.</li><li>Assist with implementing new accounting standards and documentation of accounting policies.</li><li>Lead the process of communicating with the external audit team.</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of accounting staff</li><li>Participate in cross-functional initiatives and process improvement efforts</li><li>Assists finance managers regarding financial results and special reporting.</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Rosemont, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary for this position is up to $75,000-$80,000 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] Role Description This is a full-time role for a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, expense allocation, account analysis and reconciliation. The Staff Accountant will also provide support during the external audit process, monthly financial close, completion of government surveys, and various other tasks. This role requires the individual to be in the office Mon. – Thur. and work from home Fri., with location at Rosemont, IL.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 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:Specifically, responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Prepare and record journal entries in GL related to fixed assets, leases, and accruals</li><li>Work closely with Treasury, Tax and international finance teams</li><li>Perform data balancing activities, reconciliation and analysis of related ledger accounts</li><li>Assist in the month end, quarter end, and year end close process</li><li>Provide audit support for quarterly and year-end audits</li><li>Prepares consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments.</li><li>Basic knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), general accounting process and internal control elements</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
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] Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Staff 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. Job Description:<ul><li>Performs monthly and quarterly financial close activities including preparation of month-end journal entries and balance sheet account reconciliations.</li><li>Examines trial balances and transactional level detail to identify and resolve issues and develop a more in depth understanding of the business as necessary.</li><li>Analyzes balance sheet and income statement account fluctuations over multiple periods to identify trends and better assist segment teams with management of the business.</li><li>Assists with implementation of any new accounting pronouncements and provides feedback to commercial teams as to how these pronouncements will impact their business.</li><li>Identify and help to eliminate non-value-added activities within the team.</li><li>Establishes new controls and procedures as needed to enhance accounting control environment.</li><li>Ensures that financial reporting requirements to meet Duracell internal reporting deadlines are met. </li><li>Ensures compliance with Duracell’s Standard Practice Instructions, Sarbanes Oxley internal controls, and FCPA. </li><li>Assist on Corporate FP&A; Budget, Fcst, Outlook process.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
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] 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. 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… Summary The Staff Accountant is a key member of a group of talented Accounting and Tax professionals. This position supports daily accounting operations, including the analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, review of financial statements, and various firm-wide business initiatives and projects. The Staff Accountant has the opportunity to assist with various firm-wide business initiatives and projects. As a member of a team that is extremely focused on process improvement, this position also has the opportunity to help eliminate inefficiencies and identify solutions to maximize results. This role works collaboratively with professionals outside of the Accounting team, including Real Estate Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology and various others. Job Description: <ul><li>Prepares journal entries on a daily basis.</li><li>Reconciles general ledger account balances on a monthly basis to ensure completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Reviews and analyzes financial statements on a monthly basis. Provides commentary to senior leaders of the Accounting team.</li><li>Assists with the year-end financial statement audit and other audits, as required.</li><li>Assists with accounting operations for international entities in Mexico, Puerto Rico, South Korea, and Brazil.</li><li>Assist with daily treasury activities.</li><li>Works collaboratively with a talented group of Accounting professionals, including senior leaders of the Accounting department. Also has exposure to professionals outside of the Accounting department, including Real Estate Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology and various others.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Schaumburg, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will help maintain reliable financial records, contribute to the close process, and support accurate reporting across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, a careful eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively across routine operations and deadline-driven reporting cycles. Responsibilities:• Record monthly journal entries, accruals, and other adjusting transactions to keep the general ledger accurate and up to date.• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and key balance sheet accounts while researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules and assisting with timely completion of required tasks.• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and related reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow summaries.• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice review, payment tracking, and responses to vendor or customer questions.• Provide documentation and account support for internal and external audit requests while helping maintain compliance with accounting standards.• Partner with department leaders on budget-to-actual reporting, variance review, and special financial analyses as needed.• Help monitor tax-related accounting activities, including support for corporate tax and sales tax reporting requirements. Benefits: <ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our finance team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, supporting close activities, and contributing to reliable reporting across the business. The position offers the chance to work across core accounting functions while partnering with internal teams to help maintain strong financial operations. Responsibilities:• Manage daily general ledger activity and help keep accounting records complete, accurate, and up to date.• Create and record journal entries for items such as accruals, prepaid expenses, and recurring transactions.• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet accounts each month, investigating and resolving variances in a timely manner.• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by preparing schedules, reviewing account activity, and supporting reporting deadlines.• Provide assistance with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks when additional support is needed.• Review financial data for proper coding, accuracy, and compliance with established accounting policies.• Prepare reports, account analyses, and supporting schedules for management, audits, and other business needs.• Identify unusual transactions or discrepancies, research root causes, and recommend corrective action or process improvements. Benefits:<ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Franklin Park, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 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] Primary Responsibilities<ul><li>Review, verify, and process vendor invoices and debit memos for accuracy and proper authorization.</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents prior to payment.</li><li>Code and enter invoices into the accounting system in accordance with company policies.</li><li>Maintain organized vendor files, ensuring W-9s, terms, and contact information are current.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies or missing documentation.</li><li>Prepare weekly payment runs (checks and ACH) and submit for approval.</li><li>Support month-end closing activities, including bank reconciliations, account reconciliations and accrual entries.</li><li>Assist with credit card reconciliations, expense reports, and petty cash.</li><li>Generate and maintain the Accounts Payable Aging Report; communicate payment priorities.</li><li>Assist with various year-end accounting functions.</li><li>Provide backup to various accounts receivable duties as needed.</li><li>Provide administrative support to the Finance Department as needed.</li><li>Provide assistance with various office duties (supplies, maintaining files, etc.)</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

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