180 Results for Accounting Assistant Jobs in Itasca, IL

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Entity Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
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.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant - Corporate

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]. Overview 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 the company's 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
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

VP, Accounting

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
190000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $190,000 - $200,000 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:• Own the full-cycle accounting function for the family office management companies, including maintenance of the general ledger, chart of accounts, and all subsidiary records• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.• Prepare consolidated management company financial reports and variance analyses for the CFO and family principals• Maintain all accounting records in compliance with tax basis of accounting; establish and document consistent accounting policies and procedures• Manage intercompany transactions and allocations across all entities• Lead the annual budget process for the management companies, coordinating with department heads and senior leadership to develop operating expense budgets• Partner with HR and department heads on compensation planning, benefits cost projections, and headcount forecasting• Support the CFO in ad hoc financial analysis, scenario modeling, and strategic initiatives• Oversee daily cash management across all operating accounts; maintain appropriate liquidity for payroll, vendor payments, and ongoing operating expenses• Develop and maintain short- and medium-term cash flow forecasts; proactively identify and communicate funding needs to the CFO• Review and approve wire transfers, ACH payments, and check disbursements in accordance with authorization and segregation-of-duties policies• Manage banking relationships; evaluate and optimize account structures, fee arrangements, and service levels• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all treasury transactions; maintain bank reconciliations across all accounts• Own end-to-end semi-monthly payroll oversight and ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance for all family office employees across management company entities, including exempt and non-exempt staff • Partner closely with HR on compensation changes, new hires, terminations, and leaves
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
190000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $190,000 - $200,000 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]. Responsibilities<ul><li>Own the preparation and filing of SEC reports including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial statements and disclosures.</li><li>Oversee consolidated financial reporting for a global structure of 100+ legal entities, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance across all regions and business units.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, including documentation, testing, and remediation of key controls related to financial reporting.</li><li>Coordinate with investor relations, legal, and external auditors to ensure timely and accurate filings.</li><li>Lead coordination of external audits, including planning, deliverables, issue resolution, and communication with audit teams.</li><li>Present key disclosures and financial insights to senior leadership, including the CEO and CFO.</li><li>Monitor and interpret new SEC regulations and accounting standards, providing guidance on impacts.</li><li>Benchmark peer disclosures and Non-GAAP metrics to inform reporting strategy.</li><li>Lead technical accounting for complex transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.</li><li>Manage integration of large-scale acquisitions, including financial reporting alignment, system harmonization, and internal control implementation.</li><li>Oversee complex accounting matters and related external reporting impacts.</li><li>Prepare and review technical accounting memos, transaction-related memos, pro forma disclosures, and regulatory filings.</li><li>Manage accounting policy changes and standard adoptions, including auditor communications.</li><li>Implement revenue recognition standards across diverse business models and contract types.</li><li>Review contracts for accounting implications, including leasing, financing, and foreign currency impacts.</li><li>Oversee pension accounting and coordination of actuarial valuations.</li><li>Manage hedge accounting programs and ensure proper documentation and compliance.</li><li>Review and support accounting for stock-based compensation plans.</li><li>Prepare and analyze segment reporting, including implementation of changes to reporting structures.</li><li>Conduct goodwill and intangible asset impairment reviews and reporting unit analyses.</li><li>Support restructuring accounting and related disclosures.</li><li>Lead initiatives to enhance reporting systems and automate financial processes.</li><li>Drive improvements in close timelines and reporting accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline acquisition accounting and month-end close processes.</li><li>Support financial systems optimization, including work with platforms such as Syteline, OneStream, and HFM.</li></ul>
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Time & Billing Clerk

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a respected professional services organization to identify a full-time Billing Specialist to join its growing team. This position offers a hybrid work schedule following training and is ideal for candidates with prior legal or professional services billing experience who thrive in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Open and maintain new client matters.</li><li>Review and process pre-bills, including attorney revisions.</li><li>Submit and manage a high volume of invoices.</li><li>Monitor invoice submissions, rejections, and adjustments to ensure compliance with client billing requirements.</li><li>Respond promptly to billing inquiries from attorneys, clients, and internal staff.</li><li>Maintain accurate billing records and documentation.</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys, legal staff, clients, and vendors regarding billing matters.</li><li>Assist with special projects and additional administrative tasks as assigned.</li><li>Meet established deadlines while managing multiple priorities.</li></ul>
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

180 results for Accounting Assistant in Itasca, IL