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Senior Accountant We are looking for a diligent Senior Accountant based in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The primary function of this role involves performing a variety of accounting assignments within our business unit or functional area of responsibility. Your role would be crucial in recording and reporting financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements. You will be instrumental in producing accurate and timely financial statements and participating in the planning and analysis function for our business unit or functional area of responsibility.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Facilitate the monthly financial statement close process for the business unit or functional area, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all financial transactions.<br>• Liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues and consult on financial statement variances.<br>• Prepare, review, and analyze account reconciliations for companies or designated functions within the business unit or functional area of responsibility.<br>• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.<br>• Prepare monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results compared to prior period actual results for internal and external reporting.<br>• Collaborate with FP& A for the accounting, analysis, and budgeting of various accounts.<br>• Interact with internal and external auditors, the Controller's Group, and Business Units to accomplish goals.<br>• Assist in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP when needed.<br>• Maintain and identify opportunities to enhance internal controls, support regulatory compliance, and business planning by performing analyses.<br>• Work closely with other departments and business units regarding accounting activities. Sr. Accountant <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>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 Senior 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 Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Manager and reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting. Our ideal candidate is organized, pays strong attention to detail, will be able to carry out tasks both autonomously and collaboratively; has 3-4 years of experience; and has a desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with accounting in customer-facing industries such as Hospitality and Tourism preferred, but not required.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES   </strong></p><p><br></p><p>·      Assists in the day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Finance Department including financial statement presentation and analysis</p><p>·      Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and receivables</p><p>·      Assists in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts</p><p>·      Records and processes intercompany expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation, and recording of adjusting and/or reclassification journal entries, if necessary</p><p>·      Review of company books to ensure timely and accurate processing and recording all accounts payable transactions, and ensures that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures</p><p>·      Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L</p><p>·      Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify accuracy of bookkeeping for the period</p> Sr. Accountant <p>We are in search of a Sr. Accountant to join our team, located in North Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including processing customer applications, maintaining customer records, and handling customer inquiries. You will also have the responsibility of monitoring customer accounts and taking necessary actions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Accurately and efficiently processing customer credit applications</p><p>• Maintaining precise records of customer credit</p><p>• Analyzing, calculating, and filing state and local sales and use tax returns</p><p>• Reviewing and submitting payment details for monthly sales representative commissions and reporting commission details to sales representatives</p><p>• Collecting payroll details, uploading/inputting them into the third-party processor’s portal, and ensuring payment</p><p>• Documenting details of payroll and creating related payroll journal entries </p><p>• Determining 401(k) details and submitting them via the third-party processor’s portal</p><p>• Assisting new employees during the onboarding process</p><p>• Reviewing workers compensation claim reports and submitting them for processing</p><p>• Reviewing payment requests from freight vendors and coordinating with third party freight processor and warehouse personnel to provide required payments to Accounts Payable</p><p>• Compiling and submitting 1099’s to IRS and continuously seeking opportunities to generate efficiencies</p><p>• Performing other general accounting duties as assigned</p><p><br></p><p>This role offers medical, dental, vision and 401K</p> Sr. Accountant We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in the CPA industry. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the Sr. Accountant will join our team and play a key role in our operations. This role focuses on a range of accounting duties, from maintaining accurate customer records to processing applications and monitoring accounts.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Undertake account and balance sheet reconciliations<br>• Process bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy<br>• Maintain and update the general ledger periodically<br>• Prepare and record journal entries as per business requirements<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis<br>• Handle the month-end close process efficiently<br>• Utilize NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP for various accounting tasks. Sr. Accountant We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in the heart of CHICAGO, Illinois. The role will be instrumental in managing daily transactions, providing financial reporting, and facilitating the transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable<br>• Conduct regular account and balance sheet reconciliations<br>• Prepare and post journal entries in the general ledger<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for various financial tasks and reporting<br>• Carry out month end close procedures and compile financial reports<br>• Translate financial data into understandable narratives <br>• Spearhead the transition from QuickBooks to NetSuite for more real-time data access<br>• Regularly update financial information and provide updates to relevant parties<br>• Assist in understanding the cost implications of business operations. Sr. Accountant <p>We are seeking a Sr. Accountant to join our team in CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Illinois. In this role, you will be, managing a variety of accounting tasks. Your main focus will be on account and balance sheet reconciliations, general ledger work, and handling financials.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance.</p><p>• Administer balance sheet reconciliations and bank reconciliations to guarantee correct account balances.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger functions and ensure they are executed properly.</p><p>• Create and post journal entries for adjustments.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel for data analysis and financial reporting.</p><p>• Manage month-end close procedures.</p><p>• Work with municipalities, understanding their unique financial needs and regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits: Health, vision, dental, retirement match, education reimbursement</p> Sr. Accountant <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>We are inviting applications for the role of a Sr. Accountant at our Illinois location. In this crucial role, you will be a primary contact for our fund board members, handle client inquiries, and manage revenue and expense projections. You will also be responsible for preparing financial statements, collaborating with external auditors, and conducting analyses for senior management review. This role plays a pivotal part in our operations within the finance industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Engage with third-party administrators and external auditors for the preparation and issuance of the funds’ financial statements and other regulatory filings.</p><p>• Liaise with teams across the firm in sales, client service, legal, operations, and corporate finance on all fund-related matters.</p><p>• Oversee client inquiries and manage overall fund operating procedures.</p><p>• Conduct analyses related to product development and new initiatives for review by senior management.</p><p>• Support portfolio management teams with ad hoc portfolio reporting requests or investor-related queries.</p><p>• Collaborate effectively with all members of the fund administration team to ensure consistent reporting and processes.</p><p>• Leverage portfolio accounting systems to manage the monthly performance reporting process.</p><p>• Consistently review the functions’ processes to enhance efficiencies and identify improvement opportunities.</p><p>• Work with third-party tax preparers to create investor tax deliverables and respond to investor-driven questions.</p><p>• Contribute to projects related to all funds in scope, including private hedge funds, US Registered funds, Irish UCITS, Canadian funds, and Luxembourg funds.</p> Sr. Accountant We are in the Healthcare industry, located in a major city in the Midwest, and we're offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Sr. Accountant. As a Sr. Accountant, you will be expected to execute a variety of tasks, including account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and handling general ledger activities. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Execute extensive balance sheet reconciliation and financial analysis.<br>• Investigate and gather supporting documentation for accounting purposes.<br>• Implement and standardize reconciliation processes and formats.<br>• Operate independently and maintain a problem-solving attitude.<br>• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel for various accounting tasks.<br>• Preferred, but not mandatory, experience with Peoplesoft.<br>• Handle general ledger activities and journal entries.<br>• Perform month-end close tasks.<br>• Experience with NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP is advantageous.<br>• Conduct bank reconciliations as part of the regular duties. Sr. Accountant We are in search of a Sr. Accountant to become part of our team. The Sr. Accountant will be accountable for handling cost and pricing analysis, preparing journal entries, and assisting in maintaining the general ledger. The position is based in Wheeling, Illinois, 60090, United States. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Undertaking cost and pricing analysis to ensure accurate financial data<br>• Facilitating the month-end close process through the preparation of journal entries<br>• Providing support in maintaining the general ledger for financial accuracy<br>• Conducting monthly bank account reconciliations for financial clarity<br>• Ensuring regular detailed reconciliations of balance sheet accounts for financial transparency<br>• Overseeing Capital Expenditures and Fixed Assets tracking for financial control<br>• Generating reports to analyze financial data for decision-making purposes<br>• Executing special projects and additional duties as required for operational efficiency Sr. Accountant <p>We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Sr. Accountant. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in our team, managing customer applications, maintaining accurate records, and resolving any queries. This role also involves monitoring customer accounts and taking appropriate actions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Implement and standardize reconciliation processes and formats</p><p>• Conduct extensive Balance Sheet reconciliation and financial analysis</p><p>• Research and collect supporting documentation for account reconciliation</p><p>• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel for data management and reporting</p><p>• Handle General Ledger operations and Journal Entries</p><p>• Ensure accuracy in month end close procedures</p><p>• Leverage Oracle, SAP, and NetSuite for various accounting tasks</p><p>• Independently resolve issues with a problem-solving attitude</p><p>• Preferably have experience with Peoplesoft, though not mandatory</p> Senior Accountant <p>Robert Half has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Accountant for a client located in western suburbs. As a Senior Accountant, your role will involve managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in records, and providing analytical support to the finance team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Accurately process and review monthly journal entries</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations to confirm account accuracy</p><p>• Collaborate with various departments to accumulate supporting documentation for financial operations</p><p>• Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</p><p>• Evaluate financial statements for discrepancies and other issues that need to be reported to the manager</p><p>• Uphold internal financial controls and procedures</p><p>• Assist in formulating budgets and forecasts, providing analytical backing to the finance team</p><p>• Cater to external audit requirements related to specific areas of responsibility</p><p>• Take the lead or participate in special projects to enhance process efficiency and performance as directed by management</p><p>• Analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections with precision and attention to detail</p><p>• Work efficiently under tight deadlines and contribute to the team's ability to meet reporting and closing timelines.</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers a salary range of $100,000-$120,000 and a 10% bonus potential and comes with the following benefits: </p><p>Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Voluntary benefits such as accidental and hospital insurance, 401k plan with a 4% match, vacation 15 paid days annually, prorated on the first year and 8 holidays.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688.</p> Sr. Accountant <p>We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in the Healthcare/NHS industry, based in the Midwest. As a Sr. Accountant, you will play a crucial role in financial analysis and balance sheet reconciliation. You will also be tasked with process standardization and problem-solving with minimal supervision. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conducting thorough financial analysis as part of the accounting function.</p><p>• Carrying out extensive balance sheet reconciliations.</p><p>• Standardizing reconciliation processes and formats to improve efficiency.</p><p>• Investigating and sourcing supporting documentation as required.</p><p>• Utilizing advanced spreadsheet skills for data management and analysis.</p><p>• Leveraging prior experience with software like Peoplesoft, NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP.</p><p>• Ensuring the General Ledger is accurate and up-to-date.</p><p>• Preparing and posting accurate journal entries.</p><p>• Conducting account reconciliations to maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Managing the month-end closure process.</p> Staff Accountant <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><strong>Summary </strong> </p><p><em> </em>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><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><p> </p> Staff Accountant <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>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><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><p><br></p> Sr. Accountant <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>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 Senior 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><strong>Accountabilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead co-investment processes, including equity earnings and cash forecasting, ensuring resulting information is timely, complete and accurate.</li><li>Maintain accounting and financial records, including general ledger activity.</li><li>Serve as main liaison with the company to provide timely co-investment reporting, including cash forecasts, board books, and investor specific requests.</li><li>Complete monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including the year-end audit and any tax requirements, for the company.</li><li>Maintain intensive cash process for the company to distribute funds timely to the company investor</li><li>Investor specific reports to the company investors as directed</li><li>Develop, document and maintain effective internal controls, policies and procedures over co-investment</li><li>Take initiative in identifying problems and providing suggested solutions</li><li>Assist with various special projects as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p> Senior Accountant <p>Robert Half is looking for a Senior Accountant for a client in the western suburbs. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing and executing a variety of accounting functions, ensuring compliance and accuracy across our operations. You will also be contributing to our financial growth by taking ownership of crucial accounting tasks. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Execute account reconciliations for balance sheet and income statement accounts, identifying discrepancies and resolving them promptly</p><p>• Effectively process and accrue monthly intercompany recharges</p><p>• Maintain monthly intercompany reconciliations meticulously</p><p>• Prepare and scrutinize monthly business unit consolidated financial statements, analyzing deviations to prior year and budget</p><p>• Generate journal entries in support of month-end close</p><p>• Assist in annual audit process by preparing supporting workpapers</p><p>• Undertake ad hoc reporting and analysis as required</p><p>• Use your analytical skills to interpret complex financial data</p><p>• Leverage your strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills</p><p>• Manage workload and prioritize responsibilities effectively with your organizational skills</p><p>• Independently evaluate pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options when managing complexity</p><p>• Optimize work processes by separating and combining activities into an efficient workflow.</p><p><br></p><p>This role offers a salary range of $80,000-$100,000 and comes with a full benefit package including:</p><ul><li>Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance</li><li>401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan</li><li>Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays</li><li>Tuition assistance</li></ul><p> If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688.</p> Sr. Accountant <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>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 Senior 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 Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Manager and reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting. Our ideal candidate is organized, pays strong attention to detail, will be able to carry out tasks both autonomously and collaboratively; has 3-4 years of experience; and has a desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with accounting in customer-facing industries such as Hospitality and Tourism preferred, but not required.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES   </strong></p><p><br></p><p>·      Assists in the day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Finance Department including financial statement presentation and analysis</p><p>·      Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and receivables</p><p>·      Assists in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts</p><p>·      Records and processes intercompany expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation, and recording of adjusting and/or reclassification journal entries, if necessary</p><p>·      Review of company books to ensure timely and accurate processing and recording all accounts payable transactions, and ensures that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures</p><p>·      Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L</p><p>·      Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify accuracy of bookkeeping for the period</p> Sr. Accountant <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>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </p><p><br></p><p>The Senior Accountant is responsible for general ledger accounting; including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheets and income statement accounts and bank reconciliations. The Senior Accountant will also prepare tax workpapers and assist with the annual tax return filing process.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare journal entries and assist with maintenance of general ledgers.</li><li>Process account receivables and account payables.</li><li>Process capital calls and distributions.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and distribution of financial statements.</li><li>Reconcile and maintain balance sheet and income statement accounts.</li><li>Prepare tax workpapers (i.e. fiduciary, partnership, S-Corps., etc.) and assist with the annual tax return filing process.</li><li>Function as back-up for treasury activity.</li><li>Assist with special projects assigned by management.</li></ul><p><br></p> Sr. Accountant <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>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>Overview </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 Senior Accountant position reports to the Group Leader and Sr. Manager of the Individual/Foundation Group and provides a unique opportunity for a qualified candidate to leverage his or her accounting, financial analysis and project management within the group.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Duties & Responsibilities </strong></p><p>• Maintenance and review of general ledgers, including preparation of accounting entries for the day-to-day transactions and other activity.</p><p>• Preparation and review of electronic tax work papers and tax returns for individuals, foundations and partnerships, including analysis of tax issues.</p><p>• Preparation and review 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> Senior Accountant/ Financial Accounting Analyst <p>Corporate office opportunity Senior Accountant/ Financial Accounting Analyst in Lombard, Illinois.</p><p>This company has medical dental, 401k , vacation and holiday pay.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Midsize organization; you are working for the corporate holding company. You are doing all the funding for the 4 business units and intercompany eliminations experience. This person needs to understand GAAP.  </strong></p><p><strong> You will be responsible for Intercompany reconciliations for the consolidations </strong></p><p><strong> manage chargebacks for shared services and corporate office functions </strong></p><p><strong> accurate reporting of sales for intercompany transactions </strong></p><p><strong> handle all banking such as payroll funding, business unit funding for ap disbursements </strong></p><p><strong> Wire set ups an transactions, cash flow and lock box balances as well as reconciliations of bank accounts. </strong></p><p><strong> Prepare and reconcile all corporate level account reconciliations</strong></p><p><strong> Manage corporate accounts payable </strong></p><p><strong> Handles reconciliations and allocations of corporate office accounts </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong> For immediate consideration ; email your resume to [email protected] </strong></p><p><strong>They have excellent benefits including medical, dental, vacation, holiday and 401k program. </strong></p> Staff Accountant We are providing an engaging opportunity for a Staff Accountant in the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois. As a Staff Accountant, you'll play a pivotal role in our team, focusing on various aspects of accounting such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance. You will be expected to maintain precise records, resolve inquiries, and perform other duties in support of the accounting department.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Act as an expert in accounting system modules and policies, particularly those related to accounts payable and receivable<br>• Balance and analyze financial data associated with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivables<br>• Handle internal and external inquiries about account status and provide solutions<br>• Confirm the accuracy of journal entries to uphold the integrity of the general ledger<br>• Supervise month-end closing procedures and prepare comprehensive monthly reports for management<br>• Support year-end close procedures and assist in the preparation of financial statements<br>• Process corrections in Accounts Receivable, review and post AR cash receipts, and approve credit memos to ensure the AR subsidiary ledger is accurate<br>• Examine invoices for accuracy before payment<br>• Prepare checks for garnishments as per payroll reports and keep all Accounts Payable reports, spreadsheets, and files up to date<br>• Serve as the primary contact for staff regarding accounts payable and receivable issues, processes, and policies<br>• Assist in preparing quotes and estimates for clients<br>• Support year-end audit preparations by creating audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries<br>• Handle annual 1099 tax form preparations and ensure compliance with regulations<br>• Manage and maintain vendor and customer databases. Staff Accountant <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>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.</p><p><br></p><p>We have a strong rotational program that allows for accelerated development at all levels in our team. <strong> </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>The Staff Accountant plays a crucial role in day-to-day accounting operations, providing comprehensive support in general ledger and cost accounting functions to the Controller and key executives</li><li>As a Staff Accountant, you will handle a variety of tasks including fixed assets, inventory, cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue recognition, leases, tax, and cost accounting functions such as budgeting, forecasting, and financial reviews</li><li>You will journal entries, prepare account analyses on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis, and communicate findings to key stakeholders</li><li>This role will prepare and send business reports to internal users, including management and executives, to support the development of annual business plans and forecasts</li><li>Additionally, you will assist in identifying and implementing process improvements, and research reconciling items and their resolutions</li><li>Other duties as assigned<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><br></p> Sr. Accountant <p>We are in search of a Sr. Accountant to join our team in DES PLAINES, Illinois. The role will involve working in a dynamic environment, where you will be responsible for overseeing complex Federal Government grants/contracts and ensuring compliance with specific regulations. You will also supervise a Senior Billing & Accounts Payable Specialist, handle customer relationships, and monitor subrecipient compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities </p><p>• Oversee and manage complex Federal Government grants/contracts</p><p>• Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR 31), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)</p><p>• Supervise a Senior Billing & Accounts Payable Specialist</p><p>• Review and approve billing, accounts payable, and reconciliations in line with contractual requirements</p><p>• Manage relationships with customers, subrecipients, and program managers</p><p>• Prepare and reconcile financial reports and analyses</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and reconcile accounts</p><p>• Monitor subrecipient compliance</p><p>• Utilize NetSuite and apply Project Accounting skills in the execution of duties.</p><p><br></p><p>Generous compensation and insurance benefits</p><p>401(k)</p><p>Health insurance</p><p>Vacation</p> Sr. Accountant <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>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 Senior Project 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><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Will support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information. This individual will be responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits. 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.</p><p> </p> Sr. Accountant <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>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Senior 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>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the preparation of monthly/quarterly consolidated financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Comprehensive Income, Shareholders’ Equity Statement and Statement of Cash Flows)</li><li>Assist with the monthly consolidation and elimination process</li><li>Assist with the preparation of Bank Reporting and related processes</li><li>Assist in analyzing monthly, quarterly and annual region/country financial information to ensure compliance with Global Accounting Policies and GAAP</li><li>Assist with the implementation of system, financial reporting and general process enhancements which ensure the consistent application of best practices across all locations</li><li>Assist in preparation of footnote related schedules for External filings</li><li>Review and perform analytics and explain variances on regional and consolidated financial results</li><li>Assist with coordination of collection from international finance teams of required financial and non-financial information for external reporting, effectively communicating underlying requirements and concepts</li><li>Lead special projects and assist with ad hoc requests, as needed</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
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