We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a Contract position with the potential for a long-term opportunity, offering an exciting chance for someone with a strong background in manufacturing and private equity. The ideal candidate will excel in financial management and have expertise in capital expenditure (CapEx) and inventory accounting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and manage all aspects of financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.<br>• Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.<br>• Manage inventory accounting processes and ensure proper valuation and control of assets.<br>• Lead the month-end closing activities, including journal entries and financial statement preparation.<br>• Collaborate with departments to monitor and manage capital expenditure (CapEx) projects.<br>• Prepare and analyze key financial reports to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Implement and maintain efficient accounting processes within the manufacturing environment.<br>• Ensure compliance with private equity reporting requirements and standards.<br>• Identify opportunities to enhance financial operations and improve cost efficiencies.<br>• Guide and mentor accounting staff to achieve organizational goals.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $130k-$150k plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid Controller role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong> Financial Management & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements (P& L, balance sheet, cash flow).</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.</li><li>Lead support work for annual financial statement audit and support needs for tax advisors.</li><li>Maintain accurate inventory valuation and cost accounting records. Mostly a distribution business but some contract manufacturing of own-branded products but no hard core cost accounting but definitely inventory accounting.</li><li>Support FP& A function in various financial statement / product margin analysis and profitability reporting by SKU, customer, or region.</li><li>Lead annual budgeting process and mid-year re-forecasts working collaboratively with FP& A function.</li><li>Monitor financial performance against budget/forecast and provide variance analysis.</li><li>Develop KPIs for distribution operations (inventory turns, fill rate, DSO, DPO, etc.).</li><li>Implement and monitor controls for inventory accuracy, shrinkage, and obsolescence.</li><li>Oversee cycle counts and year-end physical inventory.</li><li>Ensure proper costing methods (e.g., standard cost, FIFO) and landed cost accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with operations on warehouse efficiency and cost-saving initiatives.</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting and daily liquidity needs.</li><li>Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.</li><li>Monitor credit risk, customer payment performance, and collections strategies.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls across procurement, receiving, inventory, and sales order processes.</li><li>Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors on annual audits and tax preparations.</li><li>Optimize ERP/system workflows relating to purchasing, inventory, and sales.</li><li>Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual processes.</li><li>Lead improvements in reporting, data accuracy, and financial visibility across the organization.</li><li>Supervise accounting team (AP, AR, payroll, inventory accounting).</li><li>Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain to support business growth.</li><li>Provide financial insights to executive leadership for strategic decisions.</li><li>Support integration efforts for recently added acquisitions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee critical financial operations, including month-end close procedures, payroll management, and financial reporting. This position requires a strong background in construction, engineering, or project accounting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and execute month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Oversee payroll operations to ensure accuracy and timely processing.<br>• Perform bank account reconciliations and monitor cash flow activities.<br>• Reconcile balance sheets and address any discrepancies promptly.<br>• Collaborate with project teams to ensure proper accounting for construction or engineering projects.<br>• Maintain and update financial records, ensuring data integrity.<br>• Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard financial assets.<br>• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial processes and efficiency.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $150,000-$170,000 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 Controller 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><u>Job Description </u></strong></p><p>• Lead the financial close process and ensure the accuracy and integrity of the accounting records and financial systems.</p><p>• Ensure financial reports comply with GAAP</p><p>• Develop, review, and monitor budgets.</p><p>• Conduct financial forecasting and analyze variances between actuals and budget, providing actionable insights to management.</p><p>• Optimize cash management strategies and practices to maintain liquidity and solvency.</p><p>• Mentor the accounting team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.</p><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role $120,000 - $140,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a finance expert who excels at managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and team leadership. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy of financial records and supporting organizational goals through strategic financial management.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Oversee the financial close process to maintain accurate and reliable accounting records.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports that adhere to compliance standards and organizational requirements.</p><p>• Develop, monitor, and evaluate budgets to align with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Conduct financial forecasts and analyze variances between actual results and budgets, providing actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Implement and enhance cash management strategies to ensure liquidity and financial stability.</p><p>• Guide and mentor the accounting team, promoting continuous improvement and attention to detail.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies in all financial operations.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software systems to streamline processes and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Support audits by providing accurate documentation and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing functions to maintain operational efficiency.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $125,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone's mind 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. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description </u></strong></p><ul><li>Lead the entire accounting function, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close, management of and communication of the close process, reconciliation and basic reporting functions associated with general ledger management, variance analysis, and annual close and audit management.</li><li>Oversight and direct involvement within the operational aspects of the accounting department, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Vendor management, cash management, banking and applicable debt processes and other accounting/finance operations.</li><li>Responsibility for proactive identification of organizational and operational risks, as well as working with the executive team to develop efficient processes to manage those risks as the company continues its rapid growth.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and enforce accounting controls, policies, and procedures in accordance with GAAP</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $125,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Don’t settle or waste your time with ‘Competitive Pay Rates’ nonsense. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></p><p>· Provide immediate supervision and ongoing qualitative monitoring of employees responsible for accounts payable, and petty cash reimbursement</p><p>· Sets a positive example for employees, is a role model. Supports and trains employees on appropriate strategies using the 5 S’s and therapeutic de-escalation skills</p><p>· Promotes professional growth in employees, fostering strengths and redirecting efforts as necessary</p><p>· Ensure employees attend training related to being trauma informed-at least two every twelve months</p><p>· Mediate personnel conflicts with respect and dignity</p><p>· Understand the impact of secondary trauma and workplace stress and use strategies to prevent, minimize and/or help employees heal and recover</p><p>· Ensure assessment tools used to inform practice and treatment include screens for trauma exposure</p><p>· Maintain fidelity of trauma focused interventions and treatment modalities</p><p>· Holds regular (at least bi-weekly), documented supervision of supervisees</p><p>· Actively involved in planning and delivery of training related to own area of expertise and needs of programs supervised</p><p>· Ensure overall timeliness and accuracy of general ledger processing</p><p>· Maintain chart of accounts</p><p>· Conduct monthly and year-end general ledger closings and internal financial statement and schedule preparation</p><p>· Responsible for the accounting of restricted assets and coordinates that activity with the Development department, including qualitative balancing checks of each fund and various accounts</p><p>· Review the allocation cost methodology routinely to ensure costs are being properly shared between programs </p><p>· Update the A/P staff routinely with current allocations</p><p>· Coordinate annual independent audit, including preparation of Agency audited financial statements</p><p>· Assist CFO in preparation of annual cost reports and annual CFR</p><p>· Other duties, as needed.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $155,000-$175,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, revenue recognition, project accounting, intercompany, payroll, and fixed assets. </li><li>Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP. </li><li>Manage corporate overhead accounting, including tracking, analysis, and strategic allocation of corporate expenses to business units. </li><li>Maintain a high level of data integrity and consistency in financial reporting across entities and functions. </li><li>Develop and maintain robust financial policies, accounting procedures, and internal documentation in line with best practices and regulatory expectations. </li><li>Identify and drive process improvements, finance transformation initiatives, and ERP system optimization.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with FP& A, Tax, Legal, HR, and Operations to support decision-making and ensure alignment of financial strategy. </li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $165,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, revenue recognition, project accounting, intercompany, payroll, and fixed assets. </li><li>Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP. </li><li>Manage corporate overhead accounting, including tracking, analysis, and strategic allocation of corporate expenses to business units. </li><li>Maintain a high level of data integrity and consistency in financial reporting across entities and functions. </li><li>Develop and maintain robust financial policies, accounting procedures, and internal documentation in line with best practices and regulatory expectations. </li><li>Identify and drive process improvements, finance transformation initiatives, and ERP system optimization.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with FP& A, Tax, Legal, HR, and Operations to support decision-making and ensure alignment of financial strategy. </li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$125,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>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. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>As a member of executive management team, promote the credit union’s image and the achievement of the credit union’s strategic goals and objectives.</li><li>Serve as the chief accountant for the credit union, responsible for the timely and accurate:</li><li>Preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting reports;</li><li>Preparation and filing of the credit union’s quarterly Call Report;</li><li>Maintenance and daily reconciliation of the credit union’s general ledger;</li><li>Preparation and submission of payroll, payroll tax returns, and related reports to employee benefits providers.</li><li>Completion of the credit union’s annual financial statement audit.</li><li>Manage and supervise the accounting and back office operations staff of four.</li><li>Provide the CEO and Board of Directors with accurate, timely, and relevant reports and data analysis that support their decision making process and the monitoring of the credit union’s activities such as asset liability management; budgeting; profitability; credit and liquidity monitoring; and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including BSA. </li><li>Serve as the primary liaison with regulators during their periodic examinations.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of all members payments including ACH, debit/ATM, share draft, wires, credit card, and shared branching.</li><li>Underwrite consumer and real estate loan applications.</li><li>Maintain, manage, and improve the credit union’s data systems.</li><li>Manage key vendor relationships and the processing of accounts payable.</li><li>Work with and maintain relationships with the credit union’s key stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $95,000-$100,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone's mind 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. </p><p><br></p><p>Non-profit organization is seeking a skilled professional to oversee general accounting operations and manage our financial transactions. Key responsibilities will include reconciling account balances and bank statements, maintaining the general ledger, preparing month-end close procedures, FY audit, and ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all accounting functions. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles to effectively analyze financial reports and forecasts. Experience in staff management and familiarity with non-profit organizations is preferred.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job responsibilities </strong></p><p>Responsible for all accounting and reporting operations and functions consisting of, but not limited to:<strong> </strong></p><p>1. Operations and functions pertaining to the general ledger, accounting system (MIPS) including posting, closing and general ledger, account analysis, accounts payable, billing, aging accounts, and accounts receivable.</p><p>2. Preparation of Monthly Interim financial statements, Journal entries for operations and investments, bank reconciliations, balance sheet, reconciliations Accounts payable and receivable, Cash flow, and others.</p><p>3. Preparation of Daily Cash position in the operating account. </p><p>4. Preparation of governmental and Insurance Reports.</p><p>5. Preparation of Annual Consolidation budget</p><p>6. Payment management system (PMS) monthly reconciliation, withdraws </p><p>7. Prepare and submit Federal Financial Reports (FFR).</p><p>8. Monthly and Annual Financial reporting to Administrator, Board of Directors meetings and outside sources</p><p>9. Assisting with Annual Fiscal Year Audit schedules and reports for: Vacation Accruals, Revenues and A/P accruals, Preparation 990, assist Single Audit, Pension Audit, and Regular Audit. </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $140,000-$145,000 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>PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Supports the preparation of benefit plan financial statements and Form 5500 filings.</li><li>Supports preparation and delivery of corporation's monthly financial statement close process by overseeing the benefits accounting team’s close. This includes the accounting for healthcare benefits, pension, and OPEB.</li><li>Primary owner of all accounting or regulatory reporting over healthcare, pension and OPEB. Ensures financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely, and analyzes and reviews financial statements for given area of responsibility. Responsible for complete and accurate preparation of all required reports on a quarterly and annual basis.</li><li>Prepares, reviews or approves pension and OPEB account reconciliations for corporation's entities and accounts, as required.</li><li>Responds to monthly and quarterly fluctuation inquiries over healthcare, pension and OPEB activity.</li><li>Support external reporting disclosure requirements as it relates to pension and OPEB.</li><li>Supports the implementation of changes in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) that impact the Benefits Accounting team.</li><li>Supports in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various healthcare, pension and OPEB accounts.</li><li>Consults and liaises with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues related to benefits.</li><li>Cooperates in special projects and special requests as required for the Controller's Group.</li><li>Interacts with internal and external auditors, Corporate Controller's Department and business units as required to accomplish goals.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>JOB SCOPE</strong></p><ul><li>Under minimal supervision, perform assigned financial accounting and/or reporting in compliance with internal reporting processes, and applicable regulatory bodies.</li><li>Proactively notify Supervisor or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</li><li>Work closely with other departments and business units regarding accounting activities.</li><li>Supervise and provide review and approval of a variety of accounting assignments</li><li>Position has significant impact to the timely completion and delivery of financial information and reports that in turn has impact on the work of those who compile the overall consolidated corporation financials. Potential financial loss to Corporation and/or its entities may result if work output fails to meet expected deadlines, accuracy, and quality.<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>· Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances.</p><p>· Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues.</p><p>· Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.</p><p>· Prepare the monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for use in internal and external reporting. Assists in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with FP& A.</p><p>· Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller’s Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals.</p><p>· Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>POSITION SCOPE </strong></p><p>· Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.</p><p>· Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</p><p>· Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</p><p>· Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.</p><p>· Work output has considerable impact on the work of other financial functions, reporting and decision making processes. Impact on earnings focuses on appropriate utilization / development of resources.</p><p>· Work with various parties, both within the Controller’s Group as well as other areas of the company, to accomplish goals, resolve issues and enhance and improve processes. Contact with others requires tact and persuasiveness.</p><p>· Work is varied and somewhat difficult in nature, but usually involves limited responsibility. Requires moderate exercise of judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to select the most appropriate course of action.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $135,000-$145,000 and it comes with benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401k & time off. 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 Accounting Manager. 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>PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Supports preparation and delivery of corporation's monthly financial statement close process. Primary owner of all accounting or regulatory reporting. Ensures financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely, and analyzes and reviews financial statements for given area of responsibility. Responsible for complete and accurate preparation of all required reports on a quarterly and annual basis. (20%)</li><li>Prepares, reviews or approves account reconciliations for corporation's entities and accounts, as required. (25%)</li><li>Prepares the monthly reporting packages for corporate entities including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for corporation- for use in Board and Senior Management reporting and external reporting. (10%)</li><li>Supports the implementation of changes in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). (5%)</li><li>Supports in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts. (15%)</li><li>Consults and liaises with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues. (10%)</li><li>Cooperates in special projects and special requests as required for the Controller's Group. (10%)</li><li>Interacts with internal and external auditors, Corporate Controller's Department and business units as required to accomplish goals. (5%)</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role is $145,000 - $155,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Director in creation and ongoing maintenance of the Company’s accounting and financial reporting policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Work closely with business unit and corporate departments to ensure accounting policies are effective.</li><li>Support the policy team in technical accounting research and accounting memo authorship on various business matters including the preparation of technical accounting positions and interpretation of accounting policies for proposed transactions, strategic initiatives and complex accounting inquiries; Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders to understand specific facts and circumstances in determining the most appropriate accounting treatment.</li><li>Support Accounting and Financial Reporting functions, ensuring the financial statements and disclosures are in conformity with U.S. GAAP.</li><li>Contribute to the proactive monitoring and interpretation of new and proposed accounting standards, financial reporting and regulatory requirements to determine impact to the Company and aid in implementation efforts for relevant changes affecting the organization. Update Company policies, procedures as required, and participate in preparation and delivery of training materials as necessary.</li><li>Perform annual and interim impairment assessments on various company asset groups and investments.</li><li>Special projects as assigned by the Controller or Director related to accounting and financial reporting matters.</li><li>Assist with Monthly Accounting and Reporting related to our Engine Leasing Segment as needed, including:</li><li>review of entries and reconciliations</li><li>compilation of the monthly reporting package</li><li>preparation of the statement of cash flows</li><li>preparation of key performance highlights</li><li>Provide technical accounting guidance to the company's businesses and other corporate departments related to individual transactions and provide appropriate accounting treatment. Document positions as appropriate.</li><li>Monitor changes to U.S. GAAP and advise Company on potential impacts.</li><li>Establish, implement and maintain accounting policies/procedures in accordance with GAAP, SEC rules and other authoritative guidance. Modify and update policies and procedures as required.</li><li>Provide training to the the company's accounting organization as required to effectively implement accounting policies and procedures.</li><li>Act as liaison between Controller’s Department and business groups as it relates to accounting for transactions and accounting policy matters.</li><li>Collaborate with Financial Reporting in connection with accounting policies and related disclosures and footnotes as reported in the Company’s financial statements and SEC filings; assist with external audits as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role is $105,000-$110,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances. Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues. (40%)</li><li>Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements. (20%)</li><li>Prepare the monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for use in internal and external reporting. Assists in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with FP& A. (20%)</li><li>Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller's Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals. (10%)</li><li>Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP. (10%)</li></ul><p><strong>JOB SCOPE</strong></p><ul><li>Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.</li><li>Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</li><li>Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</li><li>Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.</li><li>Work output has considerable impact on the work of other financial functions, reporting and decision making processes. Impact on earnings focuses on appropriate utilization / development of resources.</li><li>Work with various parties, both within the Controller's Group as well as other areas of the company, to accomplish goals, resolve issues and enhance and improve processes. Contact with others requires tact and persuasiveness.</li><li>Work is varied and somewhat difficult in nature, but usually involves limited responsibility. Requires moderate exercise of judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to select the most appropriate course of action.</li><li>May participate in planning processes at project and departmental level.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join a non-profit organization based in Alsip, Illinois. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful work while sharpening your accounting skills. This is a Contract to permanent role, offering a pathway to a long-term career within the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform accurate bank reconciliations to ensure financial records are up-to-date and error-free.</p><p>• Maintain and update the general ledger with precise entries to reflect organizational financial activities.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries in compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.</p><p>• Assist in the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial data.</p><p>• Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Collaborate with the team to support fund accounting processes specific to non-profit requirements.</p><p>• Provide detailed financial reports and insights to aid decision-making within the organization.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to accounting regulations and internal controls in all financial operations.</p><p>• Support the Controller and other team members in achieving departmental goals.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $24/hr. to $25/hr. 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.</p>
<p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities </strong></p><p>• Ability to complete AP/AR/Payroll related duties</p><p>• Apply and research client payments and prepare deposits</p><p>• Process and code invoices for payment</p><p>• Prepare related journal entries</p><p>• Assist in Employee Expense/Company Credit Card processing (Expensify)</p><p>• Meet processing and reporting deadlines</p><p>• Support Brokerage Offices by entering and processing AP/AR requests</p><p>• Responding to information requests from Brokerage Offices</p><p>• Assisting the Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects, as needed</p><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $145,000-$150,000 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 SEC Reporting Manager. 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>Job Description:</strong></p><p>- Supervise key aspects of the SEC and FERC reporting process, including drafting disclosures, processing changes, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the document, maintaining quarterly list of disclosure items and coordinating with the printer.</p><p>- Interact with Business Units, Controller's Group, Investor Relations, Treasury, internal and external legal counsel, and the internal and external auditors to accomplish goals and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of information exchange.</p><p>- Research and appropriately apply new accounting pronouncements; benchmark SEC filings from other companies.</p><p>- Complete key financial and disclosure controls to ensure a strong control environment.</p><p>- Assist as appropriate in the supervision of staff accountants, including the review of information prepared to ensure completion of tie-out binders, checklists, etc.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $115,000-$125,000 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 Corporate Accounting Manager 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>This role is instrumental in the management and oversight of our accounting department, contributing significantly to the efficient financial operation of our organization. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing the month-end close process, maintaining accurate account records, and streamlining accounting processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>Accounting position will report to controller and will be responsible for overseeing 2 accountants and the following activities:</p><p>• Manage month-end close process for newly acquired entities.</p><p>• Maintain complete and accurate account records including General Ledger, Income Statement and Balance Sheet reporting.</p><p>• Manage the reconciling of balance sheet accounts and income statement accounts for newly acquired entities.</p><p>• Streamline accounting processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Implement and monitor accounting policies and procedures for newly acquired entities.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on acquisitions, financial matters and projects.</p><p>• Manager and support audit activities, providing necessary documentation and explanations.</p><p>• Oversee the vendor bill and employee expense report process, including expense repot payment process to ensure payments made within terms for newly acquired entities.</p><p> </p>
<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 Accounting Associate. 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 are offering an exciting opportunity in Chicago, Illinois, for an Accounting Associate who will have a pivotal role in our team. As an Accounting Associate, your primary focus will be on transactional duties related to Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), as well as assisting with special projects. This role is based in a dynamic environment, where you will be processing client payments, coding invoices for payment, and managing company credit card processing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Oversee the application and research of client payments and the preparation of deposits</p><p>• Process and apply coding to invoices for payment</p><p>• Assist in the management of Employee Expense and Company Credit Card processing</p><p>• Prepare and enter related journal entries accurately</p><p>• Manage and maintain accurate customer credit records</p><p>• Assist the Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects as necessary</p><p>• Ensure all processing and reporting deadlines are met</p><p>• Utilize skills in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Billing, Data Entry, Invoice Processing, Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, SAP.</p>
<p>Newark Delaware client is looking to staff a Senior Accountant with strong SEC experience. This Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts, preparing and analyzing financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP or IFRS, reconcile accounts, ensure SOX compliance, assisting with budget analysis, overseeing the month-end and year-end close processes, supervising junior accounts and providing guidance on accounting principles, and support management with financial decision-making by providing data insights. The successful candidate for this role will have sharp analytical skills, excellent time management abilities, and strong written and verbal communication skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Overseeing the monthly financial statement close process for assigned business units or functional areas, ensuring the accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.</p><p>• Assisting in the preparation, review, and analysis of account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions.</p><p>• Ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.</p><p>• Assisting in the preparation of the monthly reporting packages, including comparative analysis of current and prior period actual results for internal and external reporting.</p><p>• Collaborating with internal and external auditors, Controller's Group, and Business Units to accomplish goals.</p><p>• Participating in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP, as needed.</p><p>• Working closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.</p><p>• Proactively addressing any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.</p><p>• Participating in planning processes at project and departmental level.</p><p><br></p>
<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>The accounting team has been instrumental in building new reporting, process improvement, launching new initiatives and supporting our increasing employee base. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in the financial close process and will be responsible for preparing accounting journals, reviewing and entering client invoices, preparing allocation files, and performing month-end balance sheet account reconciliations. The Staff Accountant should have relevant professional experience, be entrepreneurial, poised, and able to communicate with junior and senior executives both inside as well as outside the firm. This position will report to the Accounting Manager.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Support the accounting department through direct coordination with other Staff Accountants, the Accounting Manager, and the Controller</li><li>Prepare journals (prepaid expenses, accrued expenses, revenue recognition, etc.) and balance sheet reconciliations as part of the month-end and quarter-end close processes</li><li>Assist the A/R Coordinator with preparation of client and intercompany invoices when needed</li><li>Assist with the accounts payable process by preparing and importing allocation files into our accounting system, NetSuite</li><li>Reconcile daily bank activity and perform broader bank reconciliations during month-end close</li><li>Assist with the year-end audit and budgeting processes</li><li>Document relevant US processes and procedures and update current documentation, as needed</li><li>Assist with special projects and provide support to other positions in the department, as needed</li></ul><p> <em>To apply to this hybrid position, please email [email protected]</em></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $95,000-$92,000 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>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Responsible for month-end closing procedures including bank reconciliations, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger analysis</li><li>Recording daily client transactions in Yardi and NetSuite software</li><li>Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Researching and implementing solutions for accounting discrepancies</li><li>Assist Controller with quarterly budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Contribute to other projects as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>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. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job description </strong></p><p>The <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p><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><p><br></p>
