We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. This role requires proficiency in financial reporting, tax preparation, and client communication, ensuring accurate and timely accounting services. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple projects.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Set up new clients in the accounting system by compiling and analyzing financial statements, tax returns, and other relevant information.<br>• Utilize and maintain proficiency in accounting software such as Greentree, Sage Fixed Asset Software, QuickBooks, Peachtree, and Microsoft Office.<br>• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly financial reports for clients within agreed timelines, ensuring compliance with industry standards.<br>• Collaborate with clients to address operational concerns, including sales, gross profit, payroll, operating expenses, and inventory management.<br>• Develop cash flow projections, budgets, and financial strategies to support client business performance.<br>• Provide training and mentorship to support staff and interns, fostering a productive and knowledgeable team.<br>• Create, review, and document financial reports, reconciliations, and workpapers for accuracy and future reference.<br>• Identify opportunities for service expansion and communicate them to the Accounting Manager.<br>• Ensure client deliverables are tracked, reviewed, and completed on schedule, maintaining regular communication with the Accounting Manager.<br>• Assist with the preparation and filing of income tax returns, personal property tax, annual filings, and other client-specific requirements.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 plus bonus and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</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>The focus of this position will be on the delivery of financial services to a set of individual clients through accounting, operational activities, and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage the personal accounting for a variety of the company’s clients, both individuals and trusts. This includes preparing journal entries and finalizing personal financial statements on a monthly basis. This also includes completing a quarterly reporting package with detailed financial analyses, for example, budget vs. actual spending summaries.</li><li>Within twelve months, recommend a new personal financial report, analysis, or graphic to be included with the quarterly reporting package for the individual or trust clients which you manage.</li><li>Manage the annual financial reporting, administration of grants, and recording of documentation for a private foundation. This includes preparation of federal and state tax filings and calculation of the required minimum charitable distributions.</li><li>Within six months, assume responsibility for the company’s cash management activities. This includes initiating weekly cash transfers on behalf of our business entities and individual clients, reviewing individual investor accounts for liquidity limitations, and coordinating monthly income distributions to individual clients.</li><li>Gather and organize all annual tax information necessary for the preparation of income tax filings for our clients.</li><li>Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments for individuals and trusts.</li><li>Prepare annual extension estimates of taxable income from underlying investments.</li><li>Participate in recurring calls with external service providers (public accounting firms).</li><li>Manage the tax compliance calendar and track the ongoing progress of annual tax returns for all entities.</li><li>Prepare tax returns to be reviewed and signed by the CFO (Individual x1, Trust x1, and a Private Foundation x1). Review tax returns prepared by external service providers (Corporations x2, Partnership x8, Individuals x4, and Trusts x27).</li><li>Work closely with CFO and President in any tax planning/modeling on behalf of our clients (e.g., estate planning, charitable tax planning, etc.)</li><li>Coordinate real estate tax payments, required annual state filings for LLCs, and draft responses to federal and state income tax notices, as needed.</li><li>Within six months, manage the annual calculation of after-tax investment returns for each of our underlying partnership investments (excluding private equity).</li><li>Complete a variety of ad hoc projects working directly with the company’s President, CFO, Client Service Manager, or other team members on an as needed basis. This might include projects related to Corporate and Partnership Accounting, Private Equity & Compliance, Payroll, Administration, Debt and Liquidity Planning, or other analyses requested by the company’s clients.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team in Downers Grove, Illinois. This is a long-term contract position ideal for someone passionate about recruiting and building strong candidate relationships. The role requires expertise in sourcing, interviewing, and managing the recruitment process to meet hiring goals effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate and screen applicants to ensure they meet role-specific requirements and qualifications.</p><p>• Manage and oversee the offer letter process for selected candidates.</p><p>• Organize and track candidate pipelines using applicant tracking systems (ATS).</p><p>• Foster ongoing relationships with potential candidates to maintain a talent pool.</p><p>• Work towards achieving hiring targets for sales positions and other assigned roles.</p><p>• Guide candidates through the recruitment process, including interviews and follow-ups.</p><p>• Conduct 50-75 inbound and outbound calls daily to engage with applicants.</p><p>• Handle incoming call queues to address candidate inquiries and provide support.</p><p>• Build rapport with candidates to ensure a positive recruitment experience.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $20 to $27. 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. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in the South Suburbs of Chicago, IL . This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in financial management, construction accounting, and team leadership. The Assistant Controller will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy of financial processes and compliance with industry standards while supporting the organization’s growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee month-end close procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activities and prepare detailed financial statements and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Lead a team of administrative staff, including clerks and accountants, providing guidance and support.</p><p>• Coordinate accounts payable/receivable processes and oversee construction billing submissions using Textura.</p><p>• Process and document Time and Material (T& M) projects with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Handle compliance and reporting documentation through platforms such as B2GNow and ensure timely submission.</p><p>• Review job cost data and contribute to the preparation of monthly Work in Progress (WIP) reports.</p><p>• Serve as the point of contact for construction-specific payroll matters, reconciling quarterly payroll reports and preparing returns.</p><p>• Establish and maintain efficient systems and controls to verify the integrity of all financial processes and data.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with vendors, subcontractors, financial institutions, and internal teams.</p>
<p>We are looking for a meticulous and organized Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions and ensure accurate record-keeping for our organization. This role involves overseeing accounts payable and receivable, handling payroll, and maintaining asset schedules, among other essential responsibilities. Based in Aurora, Illinois, this position requires someone who is detail-oriented and thrives in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare month-end and quarterly financial reports, as well as collaborate with external firms to finalize year-end financial statements.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable by reviewing invoices, processing payments, issuing checks, and overseeing vendor transactions.</p><p>• Handle accounts receivable duties, including daily cash entries, deposit checks, applying credits, and maintaining collection logs.</p><p>• Maintain depreciation schedules and ensure assets are expensed accurately and evenly.</p><p>• Oversee petty cash management, including tracking reimbursements and coordinating with the bank.</p><p>• Administer monthly sales tax filings and payments in compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate workers' compensation audits by preparing necessary documentation for auditors.</p><p>• Manage corporate and building insurance policies, including renewals and updates.</p><p>• Support HR functions such as employee health insurance enrollments, payroll setup, and maintaining personnel files.</p><p>• Administer 401(k) accounts, schedule employee vacations, and prepare W-2 documentation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Medical/Dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
<p><br></p><p>We have an exciting opportunity for a Benefits Retirement Supervisor. THis roles provides leadership and operational oversight for the Retirement team supporting both Defined Benefit (DB) and Defined Contribution (DC) plans. This role ensures the accuracy and timeliness of retirement plan processing, supports representatives with escalated issues, and maintains strong relationships with vendors and participating employers. The Supervisor also plays a key role in staff development, performance management, and continuous process improvement within the Retirement Department. This position works 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Benefits include: health, dental, vision, pension, 403b, and PTO. Salary $75k-$90k</p><p>Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>· Supervise, train, and coach Retirement Representatives to ensure performance goals and service standards are achieved.</p><p>· Oversee daily operations for DB and DC plan administration, including benefit calculations, enrollments, contribution processing, and participant communications.</p><p>· Review and certify final benefit calculations to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>· Resolve escalated participant and employer inquiries and coordinate with Plan Consultants and Coordinators as needed.</p><p>· Monitor contribution reconciliations, benefit processing timelines, and key DC projects such as payroll integrations, adoption agreements, and plan conversions.</p><p>· Identify and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and participant experience.</p>
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to join our team in Racine, Wisconsin. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in supporting HR operations while ensuring accurate data management and compliance within the education sector. If you are passionate about maintaining high standards of organization and collaboration, we invite you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Facilitate the accurate transfer of personnel and HR data between systems, maintaining compliance and data integrity.<br>• Conduct thorough validation checks to ensure the accuracy and completeness of migrated information.<br>• Collaborate with HR, IT, payroll, and administrative teams to address and resolve data discrepancies.<br>• Document processes, challenges, and solutions related to data management activities.<br>• Prepare and deliver regular updates and reports to leadership regarding project progress.<br>• Support daily HR operations, including coordination of onboarding and administrative tasks.<br>• Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures during all data-related activities.<br>• Assist in the preparation and organization of employee records and documentation.<br>• Partner with relevant departments to improve operational efficiency and streamline HR processes.
<p><strong>Role</strong>: Accountant </p><p><strong>Salary</strong>: $70,000 - $90,000 + Discretionary bonus </p><p><strong>Location</strong>: 60638 (Bedford Park, Bridgeview, Burbank area) </p><p><strong>Structure</strong>: Fully Onsite</p><p><em>Role Reporting to CFO </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p> The Accountant will serve as the primary accounting professional for the organization, owning day-to-day accounting operations and playing a key role in financial reporting, analysis, and process improvement. This is a highly visible role that requires a polished, confident professional who is comfortable interacting with company ownership and leadership when questions arise. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytically strong, and highly proficient in Excel, with the ability to manage and interpret complex spreadsheets.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Oversee cash flow management and daily liquidity monitoring</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger</li><li>Perform monthly account reconciliations and lead the month-end close process</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records using Sage Fixed Assets</li><li>Perform cost accounting analysis related to a job shop manufacturing environment, including product profitability</li><li>Develop and maintain production labor and operational reporting</li><li>Serve as backup for payroll administration</li><li>Lead the year-end physical inventory process</li><li>Coordinate with external tax accountants on year-end review and tax filings</li><li>Act as the internal subject matter expert and primary administrator for the ERP system (Infor Visual Manufacturing)</li><li>Respond to financial questions from ownership with confidence and clarity</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience</li><li>Annual bonus potential</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance</li><li>401(k) with company match and profit-sharing</li><li>Paid holidays and vacation</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><em>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</em></strong></p><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>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>Assist the Corporate Controller in managing the Company’s accounting and financial activities.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Position Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Record payroll and monthly accruals</li><li>Take ownership of periodic lender reporting</li><li>Reconcile GL accounts to monthly ledgers</li><li>Manage inventory standard cost system</li><li>Develop product cost for potential new product introduction</li><li>Assist with analyzing of monthly production variances</li><li>Assist with the monthly, quarterly and yearly close as needed</li><li>Prepare adjusting journal entries and various reports</li><li>Assist with budget process</li><li>Assist with review of internal controls and policies</li><li>Assist with bank and external audits</li><li>Assist in development of KPI’s and profitability measures</li><li>Performs other related duties assigned by management</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a dedicated Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of reporting. This role offers the opportunity to lead essential accounting processes while collaborating across departments to drive operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to meeting financial goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and manage month-end financial statements with precision and timeliness.<br>• Perform reconciliations for accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br>• Oversee weekly payroll processes and address related financial matters.<br>• Coordinate with various departments to enhance financial workflows and reporting.<br>• Conduct and support audit preparations to ensure compliance with regulations.<br>• Assist with treasury management activities, including cash flow oversight.<br>• Develop and analyze budgets and forecasts to support strategic planning.<br>• Utilize tools such as Power BI to deliver real-time financial insights and reporting.
<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>Are you a seasoned HR professional with expertise in HR process auditing, policy development, and change management? Our client, a leading organization in the education industry, is seeking an HR Consultant for a short-term assignment to conduct a comprehensive review and refresh of their Human Resources department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Audit existing HR policies, practices, and department workflows for the organization.</li><li>Identify policy gaps and compliance risks, particularly around confidentiality and document management.</li><li>Update and expand the employee handbook and job descriptions; finalize all changes in a comprehensive, streamlined format.</li><li>Document and create clear, standardized HR processes, with special emphasis on onboarding, legal/compliance reminders, and employee relations procedures.</li><li>Recommend and implement modern filing and HR information systems, moving away from paper-based administration.</li><li>Evaluate current software usage and advise on integration and optimization for HR operations.</li><li>Collaborate with an existing HR Coordinator to transition knowledge and create robust systems for efficient department operation.</li></ul>
<p>Join our client as a strategic HR Compensation Lead driving innovative total rewards solutions for a growing organization. As a trusted advisor to HR, finance, and business leaders, you’ll design and manage compensation programs that attract, motivate, and retain top talent—making a direct impact on business success. This is a contract to hire opportunity for a nonprofit organization. </p><p><br></p><p>What you get to do every day:</p><p>• Conduct thorough analyses of compensation data to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Develop and manage compensation surveys to gather relevant market insights.</p><p>• Evaluate and benchmark compensation structures against industry standards and trends.</p><p>• Provide recommendations to optimize salary and benefits packages for employees.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to ensure consistent application of compensation policies.</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports on compensation trends and findings for stakeholders.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to compensation.</p><p>• Support the implementation and administration of compensation programs and processes.</p><p>• Offer guidance and expertise in addressing compensation-related queries and challenges.</p><p>• Assist in the development of strategies to align compensation practices with organizational goals. </p>
