<p>We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Operations Manager to join our team in Maywood, Illinois, on a Contract to permanent basis. In this role, you will oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll for approximately 160 employees, while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the efficiency and integrity of payroll operations within a non-profit organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process biweekly payroll for approximately 160 employees, ensuring accuracy in timesheets, deductions, and garnishments.</p><p>• Coordinate with human resources, budget teams, and other departments to maintain accurate employee records and distribute detailed reports, such as labor, overtime, leave balances, and retirement contributions.</p><p>• Administer the electronic timekeeping system, monitoring approved timesheets and ensuring seamless data transfer to the payroll system.</p><p>• Update and maintain employee payroll records, ensuring timely entry of changes with proper authorization and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p>• Collaborate with the staff accountant to prepare payroll journal entries, including pension, tax, and retirement account allocations.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, implementing corrections as necessary.</p><p>• Manage exit paperwork for departing employees, ensuring final paychecks and documentation are issued appropriately.</p><p>• Maintain accurate tracking of benefits accruals, such as vacation, personal, and sick leave, in accordance with company policies.</p><p>• Verify benefit insurance withholdings for completeness and accuracy, and handle month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll tasks, including tax filings and compliance reporting.</p><p>• Assist department heads in drafting formal documents such as Requests for Bids, Proposals, Information, and Qualifications, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $30/hr to $34/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 <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information.</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this long-term contract position, you will manage payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multi-state operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in payroll systems and regulations while contributing to the success of our organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Handle payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll systems to process employee payments and maintain records.<br>• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll reports, including tax filings and compliance documentation.<br>• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and seamless payroll operations.<br>• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and deductions.<br>• Stay updated on changes to payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.<br>• Perform audits of payroll data to identify and correct errors.<br>• Assist in special payroll projects and process improvements as needed.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Sr. Payroll Consultant specializing in tax to join our team in a fully remote capacity. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a pivotal role in managing payroll processes for a large workforce. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in multi-state payroll and full-cycle payroll management to ensure compliance and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage full-cycle payroll processes for a workforce of 20,000 to 25,000 employees, including exempt, non-exempt, and California-based staff.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations, including tax filings and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to process payroll and maintain accurate employee records.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries.</p><p>• Calculate and process payroll for non-union employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Review and validate payroll data to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.</p><p>• Stay updated on payroll laws and tax regulations to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local guidelines.</p><p>• Conduct audits of payroll procedures to identify and correct inconsistencies.</p><p>• Provide detailed reporting and analysis of payroll data to stakeholders.</p><p>• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements for payroll operations.</p>
<p>Payroll Specialist to handle payroll and reporting and ensure compliance with multi-state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record doing payroll for large organizations.This role requires excellent attention to detail.</p><p>For more information; email your resume to [email protected] and 630-368-1175</p><p>65k - 80k plus excellent benefits, medical, PTO and dental, 401k .</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Dayforce payroll processes for a large workforce, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and tax requirements.</p><p>• Utilize Dayforce to process bi-monthly payroll for over 2000 employees</p><p>• Maintain and update payroll records, addressing discrepancies and ensuring data integrity.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to align payroll operations with organizational goals.</p><p>• Monitor payroll system performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain smooth operations.</p><p>• Provide guidance and training to payroll staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.</p><p>• Prepare and submit payroll reports to management, highlighting key metrics and insights.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to maintain compliance.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a Franklin, WI area organization in recruiting for an Accountant to oversee bi-weekly payroll processing, general ledger and accounting tasks to support the accounting and finance leadership team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of accounting principles and payroll systems to contribute to the smooth operation of the company’s accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a permanent placement opportunity with the client offering a generous compensation package including health insurance, dental, vision, generous time off and 401k matching.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and execute payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate employee payments.</li><li>Calculate wages, deductions, overtime, and benefits contributions while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and respond to employee inquiries or discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post journal entries related to payroll, benefits, and other accounting transactions into the general ledger.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and procedures for accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Assist the Accounting Manager with monthly bank account, payroll account, and general ledger reconciliations to maintain accuracy in financial records (Source: FA MODULE 7).</li><li>Investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly to ensure alignment in the financial data.</li><li>Maintain the fixed assets ledger, including tracking asset acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation schedules.</li><li>Support the Accounting Manager in conducting regular reviews of fixed asset records for accuracy.</li><li>Prepare payroll and accounting reports for management review according to company guidelines.</li><li>Communicate professionally and effectively with the broader finance and HR teams to support interdepartmental processes.</li></ul>
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Associate to oversee the daily operations of our office in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will ensure smooth workflows, manage administrative tasks, and foster a positive work environment. This role requires a proactive approach to coordinating various functions while maintaining high standards of professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the daily operations of the office, ensuring efficient use of facilities and support staff.<br>• Organize and manage logistics for attorneys and staff to streamline workflows.<br>• Handle financial tasks such as bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and preparation of financial statements.<br>• Collaborate with external accountants to facilitate tax return preparation and compliance.<br>• Supervise audits, census processes, and management of profit-sharing and 401(k) plans.<br>• Review and compile necessary information for renewing firm insurance policies.<br>• Administer payroll processes for all employees, including partners and support staff.<br>• Evaluate lease agreements and coordinate with building management on safety protocols.<br>• Assist with billing operations and collaborate with the Billing Systems Administrator.<br>• Plan and support firm social functions and other related activities as needed.
<p>Global manufacturing firm has an immediate need for a Human Resources Manager. This position will provide hands-on and strategic HR support to a plant corporate facility. This role will primarly act as an individual contributor and will report to the Human Resources Director. The position works M-F on site, pays $100-$110, and offers medical, dental, vision, short and long term, and PTO.</p><p>Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><em>Hiring</em>: To include full hiring cycle in posting, pre-screening, interviewing, and on-boarding in accordance with guidelines. </p><p><em>Compensation & Total Rewards</em>: Interact with management in determining pay grades for positions and conducting market analysis to ensure pay is consistent with grade and market. Review of salaries, grades, positions periodically to ensure there is no adverse impact. Continuous improvement on reward opportunities for employees.</p><p><em>Total Benefits</em>: Understanding benefits offered and answer or direct inquiries to the appropriate resolution. Create on-going initiatives to encourage wellness and employee engagement.</p><p><em>Employee Relations: </em>Provide coaching, counseling, and conduct investigations when required to resolve employee relation issues in both union and non-union environments. Employee relations including investigations, disciplinary, terminations, and organizational restructuring.</p><p><em>Training & Development</em>: Ensure performance management is completed annually. Work with management on identifying development plans for succession planning or performance improvement and establishing training needs in line with the department needs. Conduct annual training needs analysis to set training initiatives annually. Interact with outside vendors in designing and implementing specific training needs and organize the coordination of the training.</p><p><em>HRIS:</em> Administer various employee and personnel-related databases, develop reports and evaluate procedures and technology solutions to improve HR data management and capabilities.</p><p><em>Administration:</em> Will provide direct administrative support for hourly and salary employees:</p><p><em>Payroll:</em> Support weekly and biweekly hourly payroll through Kronos and UltiPro system. On-boarding data entry of new hires into the UltiPro On-boarding module</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 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 two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is just around the corner’ and ‘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>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Management of all financial accounting functions of the firm.</li><li>Leads the firm's budgeting and expense management processes, including the development of annual operating budgets and financial projections and periodic variance review</li><li>Ensures the accuracy of monthly financial reporting and assists external CPA in the preparation of financial reports</li><li>Manages all daily accounting functions: bank reconciliations, cash receipts/accounts receivables</li><li>Handles partner distribution, payroll, 401k administration, benefits administration, and expense report management</li><li>Supervises Accounting Assistant in the Accounts Payable and Billing functions</li><li>Works closely with Accounting Consultant in London client billing</li><li>Works closely with Office Manager in human resource and benefits and facilities and vendor contract management</li><li>May participate in the strategic planning of operations</li><li>Management of all billing functions of the firm.</li><li>Tracks and reports on timekeeper hours</li><li>Prepares prebills and reviews edits by billing partner(s)</li><li>Verifies the accuracy of billing entries and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepares invoices for submission to clients via various Ebilling platforms or by email, dependent on client requirements</li><li>Monitors accounts receivable and collection efforts</li><li>Submits budgets per client requirements</li><li>Works closely with billing partners on bill appeals</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000 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 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>The Accounting Manager reports directly to the Director of Finance & Accounting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES </strong></p><p> </p><p>· Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, including AP, AR, general ledger, account reconciliation, payroll/payroll taxes, sales taxes, accruals, intercompany transactions, and both internal and external reporting</p><p>· Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L</p><p>· Prepare and analyze monthly, QTD, and YTD financial statements and related reports including, but not limited to, balance sheets, income statements, cash-flow statements, and budget-to-actual variance analyses</p><p>· Provide leadership and guidance to more junior team members within the department, and assist in the hiring, training, and retention of skilled accounting staff</p><p>· Responsible for treasury management, including the maintenance and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts, safes, and cash forecasting</p><p>· Timely filing and payment of State and Local tax obligations; supports preparation of annual tax documents </p><p>· Evaluation and implementation of accounting and internal control systems and software</p><p>· Provide financial analyses as needed, including but not limited to capital planning, pricing decisions, COGS, labor patterns, inventory variances, and vendor contract negotiations</p>
<p>We’re proud to be partnering with a long-standing, mission-driven nonprofit client of Robert Half on this impactful HR leadership opportunity. If you're a strategic HR professional looking to make a difference while growing with a fast-paced organization, this role offers both purpose and progression. As HR Manager, you’ll serve as a key advisor and operational lead across all areas of Human Resources. You’ll collaborate closely with senior leadership to align HR strategy with organizational goals, while managing day-to-day HR functions with precision and care. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and brings a proactive, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude. Hybrid, Chicago, IL</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead performance management cycles, coaching supervisors on feedback, goal setting, and development</li><li>Design and implement learning pathways, especially for people managers</li><li>Oversee compensation benchmarking, annual evaluations, and career pathing frameworks</li><li>Manage benefits administration, employee relations, and compliance across multiple states</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison for payroll, leave, labor relations, and HR policy interpretation</li><li>Partner with Finance to manage HR budgets and reporting</li><li>Supervise one HR Generalist, with additional team growth expected</li><li>Maintain relationship with Insperity and ensure data integrity </li><li>Drive initiatives around job architecture, succession planning, and internal mobility</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role combines responsibilities in both accounting and human resources, requiring someone who is skilled at managing financial operations while supporting HR functions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment that includes both office and manufacturing settings.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer payroll processes, employee benefits, 401(k) plans, and maintain accurate employee records.</p><p>• Manage key HR tasks such as onboarding, terminations, performance reviews, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.</p><p>• Facilitate union relations, oversee grievance handling, and support contract negotiation processes.</p><p>• Monitor safety initiatives, including workers’ compensation cases, safety reporting, and compliance with safety standards.</p><p>• Coordinate employee engagement activities, such as recognition events, and ensure timely completion of HR audits.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, perform account reconciliations, and support month-end close activities.</p><p>• Manage vendor invoicing, customer collections, and cash receipt postings.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly financial and operational reports for management review.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger, process accruals, and ensure accuracy in journal entries.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary - $75-85K</p><p>Medical and Dental Vision 401K</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $160,000-$180,000 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 seeking a Tax and Accounting Senior Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves overseeing accounting and tax functions, including managing a team of accounting professionals, handling financial transactions, and preparing financial accounting data for multiple entities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, variance analysis, and key financial metrics for multiple entities.</p><p>• Review and ensure accuracy of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.</p><p>• Lead a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance and training as needed.</p><p>• Manage the entire lifecycle of accounting for income taxes, including annual, quarterly, and forecasted tax rate computations.</p><p>• Oversee and review other accounting areas such as Accounts Payable, Payroll, Taxes, and Revenue operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and controls.</p><p>• Understand and manage complex partnership tax structures and transactions.</p><p>• Research tax issues and communicate implications of investment decisions to senior management.</p><p>• Coordinate compliance work, including the preparation and timely filing of tax returns for partnerships.</p><p>• Document and manage the process for quarterly estimates and filings.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 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><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, with a focus on maintaining the integrity of financial processes and facilitating month-end close activities. This role involves managing a team, implementing process improvements, ensuring compliance, and providing valuable insights to internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and lead the accounting department, supervising basic accounting functions including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), Payroll (P/R), General Ledger (G/L), and tax payments.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives within the accounting department to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries and monthly general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Assist in establishing and documenting internal controls to maintain a robust control environment, overseeing adherence to control procedures.</li><li>Monitor and assess departmental activities, optimizing procedures and resource allocation while upholding a high level of precision.</li><li>Lead the development and growth of the accounting team, providing coaching, performance management, and development planning.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Finance, Planning & amp; Analysis (FP& A) to provide analysis, support, and insights to internal stakeholders and executive leadership.</li><li>Generate supporting schedules for audits and tax-related activities, ensuring accurate and timely information.</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 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 two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘When is it okay for me to start making everything pumpkin spice flavored?’ and ‘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>Job Description: </strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager supervises all general accounting functions. Responsibilities will include the coordination of daily accounting operations, directing the monthly close process, coordinating the entity’s treasury operations and the preparation of accurate GAAP basis monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. Specific job duties will include:</p><ul><li>The coordination of daily financing activities with the Company’s operations team, various mortgage loan brokers, title companies, and warehouse lenders. </li><li>The preparation of quarterly operating and cash forecasts, and various financial analyses as requested from time to time by the Company’s Controller.</li><li>General supervision of the accounting team including assisting where necessary with daily general ledger posting activities. This will include the preparation of interest rate lock derivative calculations, various pricing analyses, sales commission and production bonus calculations, and the periodic mark-to-market valuation of the loans held for sale inventory.</li><li>Reviewing and maintaining all balance sheet reconciliations, and ensuring that all intercompany account balances and all bank account balances are reconciled.</li><li>Working with accounting team to document policies and procedures, and to establish proper controls to deter fraud.</li><li>Responsible for accurate financial management reporting including consolidated financial statements when appropriate.</li><li>Responsible for disbursements review and control, including payroll, shared services, debt reporting, lender covenants, and income tax reporting. </li><li>Helping to train, develop and build the accounting team, providing guidance as needed. </li><li>Working with a third party valuation company to independently value retained mortgage servicing rights. </li><li>The ability to read and to comprehensively discern the appropriate accounting recognition of various legal agreements including MLPAs, AMAs, and forward purchase and sale agreements. </li><li>Effectively and efficiently coordinate the distribution of financial information to support regulatory compliance reporting and field examinations by warehouse lenders, tax professionals, independent audit firms, and various other third party professionals. </li><li>Provide direction and supervision over: 1) The Monthly Accounting Close Process and recognition of revenue, 2) Reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts to various corporate business units. 3) Administration of treasury functions with Corporate and BU accounts.</li><li>LOS System (Encompass), GL System (NetSuite), Document Management System.</li><li>Needs to be very well organized, and know where all supporting information is located. </li><li>Directs and coordinates all loan transfers to the servicing group.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking to permanent an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy of accounting processes in their organization. Based in Oak Forest, Illinois, this role requires a strong background in managing financial activities for commercial construction projects. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining compliance, optimizing financial performance, and supporting strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all aspects of project accounting, including tracking expenses and ensuring accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee payroll processes to ensure timely and accurate compensation for employees.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations of accounts to maintain financial accuracy and integrity.</p><p>• Handle licensing and compliance requirements to meet industry standards.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing necessary reports.</p><p>• Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to ensure smooth cash flow.</p><p>• Negotiate insurance policies to secure appropriate coverage at optimal costs.</p><p>• Develop cost analysis, financial proposals, and projections to support decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams to prepare and review budgets for commercial construction projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Minimum of 5 years leading a team</p><p>Commercial Construction</p><p>BS Degree</p><p><br></p><p>Pay range and compensation package</p><p>Annual Salary of 135K-160K plus discretionary bonus</p><p>Employer Paid medical insurance for the employee</p><p>401K</p><p>Profit Sharing</p><p>Paid Time Off</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 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>High-End Firm looking to build new team quickly due to rapid expansion.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><p>· Assist will all aspects of accounting;, financial statements, general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, revenue recognition, and various special analyses</p><p>· Manage all payments made for debts, bank loans, and other large quantities of money</p><p>· Monitor cash and funding balances</p><p>· Assist in review and analyze quarterly/annual financial reports</p><p>· Advise on financial analyses and decision-making matters with management</p><p>· Organize information and statements for audits and both internal and external auditors</p><p>· Complying with all local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, tax filings, and reporting</p><p>· Managing all aspects of the General Ledger</p><p>· Assisting in the annual budgeting process</p><p>· Ensuring company complies with all additional legal and regulatory requirements</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$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><strong><u>Job Description </u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position</strong></p><p>This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. <strong>This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team</strong>. This position will have a close working relationship with the accounting, payroll, and finance team members as well as leadership throughout the organization.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities and core functional areas</strong></p><ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Fulfillment Specialist (Tier II) to join our team on a contract basis in Naperville, Illinois. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring payroll packages are accurately assembled and prepared for delivery, maintaining strict quality standards and meeting production deadlines. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to maintaining security and efficiency in their work.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assemble payroll packages according to client numbers and prepare them for timely delivery.<br>• Perform package confirmations and checklists to ensure accurate tracking and security of package flow.<br>• Adhere to all security and audit procedures to protect sensitive client information.<br>• Identify and escalate issues related to missing or incorrect outputs to the appropriate teams.<br>• Clean and perform regular user maintenance on all distribution equipment to ensure operational readiness.<br>• Organize and stage packaging supplies to maintain a smooth production workflow.<br>• Support warehouse operations, including inventory management and material handling.<br>• Operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts, to assist in warehouse duties.<br>• Ensure shipping functions are executed accurately and efficiently.<br>• Maintain a focus on quality and production timelines while multitasking effectively.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Fulfillment Specialist (Tier II) to join our team on a contract basis in Naperville, Illinois. In this role, you will play a key part in assembling and preparing payroll packages for delivery while ensuring accuracy and adherence to quality standards. This position requires a strong commitment to security procedures and the ability to perform physical tasks with efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assemble payroll packages according to client specifications and prepare them for delivery while meeting production deadlines.</p><p>• Verify package contents using checklists to ensure accurate tracking and security of all items.</p><p>• Follow established security and audit protocols to safeguard sensitive client information.</p><p>• Identify and report missing or incorrect package contents to the appropriate team for resolution.</p><p>• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of distribution equipment to ensure operational readiness.</p><p>• Organize and stage packaging supplies to maintain seamless workflow during production.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to address any issues and maintain high-quality standards.</p><p>• Stay informed about policies and procedures to ensure compliance in all fulfillment tasks.</p>
We are looking for a Fulfillment Specialist (Tier II) to join our team on a contract basis in Naperville, Illinois. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring payroll packages are accurately prepared and securely delivered to clients. The position requires attention to detail, adherence to security protocols, and the ability to maintain efficiency in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assemble payroll packages according to client specifications and prepare them for timely delivery.<br>• Verify package contents using checklists and confirmations to ensure accuracy and security.<br>• Follow established security procedures and audit protocols to safeguard sensitive client information.<br>• Identify and escalate any issues such as missing or incorrect packages to the appropriate teams for resolution.<br>• Perform regular cleaning and maintenance of distribution equipment to ensure operational readiness.<br>• Organize and stage packaging materials to maintain an uninterrupted workflow.<br>• Maintain quality standards while meeting production timelines and expectations.<br>• Collaborate with team members to address workflow challenges and improve efficiency.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$80,000 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>Spring will be here before you know it! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the warm weather when it gets here? 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>Position</strong></p><p>This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities and core functional areas</strong></p><ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Des Plaines, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensure the accuracy of financial records, and support the preparation of financial reports. This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead a team, implement process improvements, and contribute to the financial health of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with the Controller to set financial goals and prepare monthly financial statements, including profit and loss reports and balance sheets.</p><p>• Oversee the accuracy and efficiency of daily accounting operations, such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash reconciliations.</p><p>• Review and resolve discrepancies in financial reports, ensuring all entries and documentation are accurate before distribution.</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entry approvals, accruals, and proper revenue and expense allocation.</p><p>• Develop expertise in all accounting functions by cross-training in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and payroll.</p><p>• Coordinate and oversee sales tax reporting for both product sales and purchases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.</p><p>• Supervise fixed asset accounting, including depreciation schedules and reconciliations to the general ledger.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of year-end financial reports, including inventory valuation and general accruals, and support the annual financial audit process.</p><p>• Identify training needs within the accounting team and implement programs to enhance skills and cross-functional knowledge.</p><p>• Monitor changes in accounting standards and tax regulations to ensure compliance and identify potential opportunities or issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include:</p><ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Vision insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Disability insurance</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 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><strong><u>Job description</u></strong></p><ul><li>Accounts payable set up purchase orders, enter invoices, obtain approvals from project managers, follow up on problem invoices/vendor credits. Collate invoice with checks. Maintain subcontractors certificates of insurance</li><li>Enter weekly payroll in Sage & ADP, distribute reports to project managers for approval. Track time off, apprentice union raises</li><li>Assist with tracking cash flow and change order collection</li><li>Log, track all orders, deliveries, invoices and payments</li><li>Process sale and use/lease tax</li><li>Prepare budget entry in the online system</li><li>Service dispatch, billing, and collections. Provide customers with certificates of insurance</li><li>Order office supplies and equipmentMedical/Dental, 401k & time off</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>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><strong>Controller – Plant Operations</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> near northern suburbs of Chicago</p><p><strong>Industry:</strong> Manufacturing / Plant Operations</p><p>Excellent client seeking candidates for a Controller role supporting manufacturing / plant operations. This position plays a critical role in overseeing plant financials, driving operational efficiency, and partnering with both plant management and executive leadership. You will lead all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, inventory control, and compliance to ensure accurate and timely financial performance tracking at the plant level.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and management reports, including detailed variance and trend analyses.</li><li>Manage the month-end close process, journal entries, and account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Supervise and develop a small accounting team responsible for billing, collections, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll processing.</li><li>Monitor and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and plant financial procedures to ensure SOX and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Support plant operations by managing and analyzing standard cost updates, inventory valuation, and production costing.</li><li>Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts; analyze and resolve inventory discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain and adjust product routings, bills of material, and standard cost structures in alignment with customer pricing and material fluctuations.</li><li>Oversee the fixed asset management process including capitalization, depreciation, and reporting.</li><li>Provide financial insight and recommendations to plant and executive leadership to drive strategic decision-making.</li><li>Support cross-functional projects and provide ad hoc reporting as needed.</li><li>Become a subject matter expert in the plant's ERP system, with a focus on manufacturing and cost accounting functionality.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).</li><li>5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing or plant environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory management, and cost accounting principles.</li><li>Prior experience managing small teams and collaborating cross-functionally.</li><li>Proficiency in ERP systems; experience with manufacturing-specific systems preferred.</li><li>Advanced Excel and analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on plant environment.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on plant operations by driving financial clarity, improving processes, and serving as a key partner to both finance and production leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include insurance, vacation pay, holiday pay and more </p>
