149 Results for Entry Level Accountant Jobs in Orland Park, IL

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Accounting Clerk

Warrenville, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 56000 USD / Yearly
This position is well suited to someone who is comfortable managing both payables and receivables, maintains strong accuracy in high-volume transaction work, and can contribute effectively within a mid-sized or large corporate environment. The ideal candidate brings practical accounting systems experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to keep financial records current and organized. Responsibilities:• Manage incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and process payments accurately within established timelines.• Monitor customer accounts, apply incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances to help maintain healthy cash flow.• Enter financial data into accounting systems with a high degree of precision and consistency.• Reconcile account activity by reviewing transactions, identifying discrepancies, and assisting with issue resolution.• Support routine accounting operations by maintaining organized records for payables, receivables, and related documentation.• Work within ERP or accounting platforms such as Oracle, Sage, Yardi, NetSuite, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft, Workday, Dynamics 365, QuickBooks, or similar systems to complete daily tasks.• Collaborate with internal teams to clarify billing, payment, and account questions and ensure timely processing.• Assist with reporting and analysis related to AP and AR activity to support accurate financial tracking. Benefits:<ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Merrillville, IN
onsite
Temporary to Hire
19.95 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a dealership team in Merrillville, Indiana on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position supports core accounting activities by handling payment processing, receivables, and month-end tasks while also assisting with front-office communication. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced dealership environment and brings strong accuracy, organization, and familiarity with Reynolds & Reynolds software. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices and prepare timely payments while maintaining accurate payable records.• Apply incoming customer payments, reconcile account activity, and support day-to-day accounts receivable functions.• Assist with month-end close by organizing financial information, preparing supporting documentation, and resolving outstanding items.• Manage switchboard calls professionally, directing inquiries to the appropriate departments and providing courteous front-line support.• Accept and record credit card payments as part of cashiering responsibilities, ensuring transactions are documented correctly.• Maintain organized accounting files and verify that financial entries are complete, accurate, and properly coded.• Work closely with dealership staff to address billing questions, payment issues, and account discrepancies.• Use Reynolds & Reynolds software to complete accounting tasks and update transaction records efficiently.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Hoffman Estates, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support daily financial operations. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable managing a variety of transactional accounting tasks in a fast-moving environment. The person in this position will help keep records accurate, support payment and receivable processes, and contribute to the smooth functioning of the accounting team. Responsibilities:• Record invoices, payments, and routine financial activity with a high degree of accuracy and within required timelines.• Support both payables and receivables by entering transactions, tracking balances, and helping maintain current account records.• Prepare checks and other outgoing payments while ensuring disbursements are properly documented and authorized.• Post incoming customer payments and assist with follow-up efforts related to outstanding balances when needed.• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, credit card activity, and selected general ledger accounts to confirm accurate reporting.• Help maintain accounting records by assisting with journal entries, file organization, and system updates.• Investigate billing or payment inconsistencies and work with internal teams, customers, or vendors to resolve issues promptly.• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by organizing documentation and supporting required accounting tasks.• Respond to routine accounting questions from vendors, customers, and colleagues while providing general administrative support to the department. Benefits:<ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
50000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Position SummaryThe Consulting Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, and assisting with financial reporting. This role works closely with internal departments to ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger.</li><li>Perform monthly bank, balance sheet, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.</li><li>Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Analyze financial data and investigate account discrepancies.</li><li>Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation.</li><li>Review and reconcile intercompany transactions.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.</li></ul>
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
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] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. 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. Job Description: <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>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Upgrade your sweater weather season with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance. Job Description:• Prepares and reviews federal and state tax filings for partnerships, corporations, and individuals • Provides the first-level review of workpapers with the opportunity to consider and identify key tax issues that have not been identified by other DFMC teams • Performs research and analysis of critical tax issues and summarizes findings for the Tax Group • Utilizes technical expertise gained through tax research and analysis to recommend tax treatment for tax issues that arise during discussions with the Tax Group and other DFMC teams • Prepares and reviews foreign filings (Forms 5471, 8865, 926, FBAR), tracks foreign filings, and documents analysis to support positions taken for foreign filings • Interacts with portfolio companies to assist with tax planning, structuring and administration. • Collaborates with other DFMC groups and develops relationships that are crucial to the success of DFMC’s tax compliance season each year • Educates other DFMC teams through trainings as new tax reform topics and other tax issues become relevant • Collaborates with the IT team to produce and implement new technology and procedures that will increase efficiency in the tax return preparation process • Reviews notice response packages to send to various taxing authorities and assists with any federal, state and local tax audits
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description:<ul><li>Set up and maintain tax workpapers and permanent files.</li><li>Prepare and review partnership, individual, fiduciary and information tax returns.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post period end, standard and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with analysis of general ledger accounts for 140-plus flow-through entities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of periodic investment activity reports.</li><li>Update bank activity for multiple accounts and report weekly.</li><li>Back-up for accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.</li><li>Maintain intercompany due to/from schedules.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and related journal entries.</li><li>Set up business and tax accounts with various governmental entities.</li><li>Project work as required.</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is up to $90,000-$95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] 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. Responsibilities· Perform monthly close activities including but not limited to:· Prepare monthly financial reporting package to executive management· Work directly with the shared service center to manage and coordinate corporate month end close· Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and account recs for the corporate general ledger· Field questions/support business unit finance leads with close and consolidation questions· Accounting and disclosure responsibility for and/or involvement in the following areas:· Share-based compensation· Derivatives and hedging (Fx and interest rate swaps)· LIFO inventory· Self-insurance reserves· Debt covenant calculations· Pension· Goodwill and intangible asset impairment analysis· Acquisition accounting· Maintain and update the company’s accounting policies specific to the above areas· Assist in coordinating and developing training materials for quarterly global accounting and finance updates
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
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]. Job Description: <ul><li>Oversee and manage the company’s revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP standards.</li><li>Develop, document, and enforce robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Work closely with sales, legal, and operations teams to review contracts and ensure proper revenue recognition.</li><li>Support month, quarter, and year end reporting activities for timely and accurate reporting</li><li>Prepare & review journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Actively participate in monthly balance sheet reviews working with the business and SSC</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting issues</li><li>Support OneStream reporting to ensure it is performed timely and accurately</li><li>Ensure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they are in accordance with US GAAP and company standards.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests, and participate in efforts to remediate audit and control findings.</li><li>Document standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting procedures.</li><li>Share best practices in accounting practices with others in the Accounting CoE and support the Accounting Manager to implement them within the team.</li><li> Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead the team in implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness across the close and reporting processes.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations.</li><li>Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Accounting Manager.</li></ul>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Lisle, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a steel manufacturing organization in Lisle, Illinois on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position supports a complex payroll accounting environment with a strong emphasis on reconciliation, audit review, payroll reporting, and financial accuracy across multiple entities. The role also contributes to selected payroll processing activities while helping address outstanding payroll work tied to post-acquisition catch-up efforts. Responsibilities:• Validate payroll calculations by reviewing employee time and pay data to confirm accurate earnings and deductions.• Reconcile payroll results to year-end reporting, including W-2 balances, and investigate variances through detailed audit work.• Examine employee tax information and assist with payroll tax analysis to support compliant reporting.• Contribute to backlog reduction efforts related to acquisition-driven payroll cleanup and reconciliation activities.• Provide payroll accounting support across 23 payroll groups, ensuring timely review and issue resolution.• Perform payroll-related cash balancing and general ledger reconciliation for transactions spanning 9 companies.• Produce and evaluate payroll reports using Cognos Analytics to identify discrepancies, trends, and outstanding items.• Apply accounting fundamentals, including debits and credits, to payroll entries, reconciliations, and reporting accuracy.• Process payroll for two smaller business units while coordinating with stakeholders to clear exceptions promptly. The hourly pay range for this position is $33 to $40/hour. 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. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Franklin Park, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 52000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $52,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description:We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our Accounting/Finance team in Franklin Park, IL. This role is essential in supporting the daily financial operations of the company through accurate data entry, efficient administrative support, and reliable backup across accounts payable and receivable functions. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and thrives in a hands-on environment where accuracy and timeliness are critical. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Perform daily entry of Accounts Payable (AP) invoices into the ERP system with a high degree of accuracy.</li><li>Organize and maintain filing of various accounting documents and records.</li><li>Prepare and send remittances to vendors and suppliers.</li><li>Manage office supply inventory, including ordering and maintaining appropriate stock levels.</li><li>Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable (AR) data entry as needed.</li><li>Assist with other ad-hoc accounting and administrative tasks as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Aurora, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
Senior AccountantWe are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to support and strengthen our financial operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in accounting, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for improving systems and processes within a manufacturing environment. This role is hands-on and will play an important part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting the close process, and providing meaningful financial analysis to the organization. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Perform and support full-cycle accounting activities, including month-end and year-end close.</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, account reconciliations, and internal financial reports.</li><li>Manage and maintain accounting records related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and inventory.</li><li>Perform detailed account reconciliations and investigate variances or discrepancies.</li><li>Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses.</li><li>Analyze costs, margins, and operational results to help identify trends and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Assist with inventory and cost accounting, including analysis of manufacturing costs and variances.</li><li>Support external audits and provide requested documentation and analysis to auditors and tax professionals.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and documentation.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and financial systems.</li><li>Assist with accounting software and Microsoft 365/Excel enhancements and implementation projects.</li><li>Ensure accounting activities are performed in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.</li><li>Partner with operations and other departments to provide financial insight and support business decisions.</li><li>Take ownership of assigned accounting projects and contribute to continuous improvement across the finance function.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>PTO</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
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] Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks. 1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees2) They have higher bonus structures3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)5) And more… The Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Manager and reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting. Our ideal candidate is organized, pays strong attention to detail, will be able to carry out tasks both autonomously and collaboratively; has 3-4 years of experience; and has a desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with accounting in customer-facing industries such as Hospitality and Tourism preferred, but not required. GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES · Assists in the day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Finance Department including financial statement presentation and analysis· Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and receivables· Assists in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts· Records and processes intercompany expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation, and recording of adjusting and/or reclassification journal entries, if necessary· Review of company books to ensure timely and accurate processing and recording all accounts payable transactions, and ensures that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures· Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L· Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify accuracy of bookkeeping for the period
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Rosemont, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job DescriptionThe Sr. Corporate Accountant will work closely with the manager and director of Corporate Accounting to support the operations of the Company’s corporate segment and ensure the accurate and timely reporting of the segment’s monthly financials. The Sr. Corporate Account is responsible journalizing corporate activity, reconciling corporate accounts, investigating and resolving reconciling items and preparing analysis of changes in account positions. Specific Job Function:<ul><li>Prepare and enter journals related cash receipts and payments, operating expense accruals, prepaids, fixed and intangibles assets, corporate allocations and other corporate related activities</li><li>Prepare detailed and organized account reconciliations and investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner</li><li>Analyze and understand significant changes in account balances and prepare clear and concise explanations for monthly segment review</li><li>Prepare and provide requested documentation to internal and external auditors</li><li>Identify and implement month end close and internal control enhancements</li><li>Partner with financial systems team members to maintain and update accounting system’s applications, chart of accounts, and reporting hierarchies</li><li>Implementation new accounting systems and policies within the Corporate segment</li><li>Complete special projects as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 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] Fast-Track Career Advancement Opportunity (This position is expected to advance quickly within the company over the next few months.) We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Accountant in the CPA industry. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the Sr. Accountant will join our team and play a key role in our operations. This role focuses on a range of accounting duties, from maintaining accurate customer records to processing applications and monitoring accounts. Responsibilities:• Undertake account and balance sheet reconciliations• Process bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy• Maintain and update the general ledger periodically• Prepare and record journal entries as per business requirements• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis• Handle the month-end close process efficiently• Utilize NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP for various accounting tasks.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
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] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Description:Assist the Corporate Controller in managing the Company’s accounting and financial activities. Position Responsibilities:<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>
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
78000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
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] Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks. 1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees2) They have higher bonus structures3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)5) And more… The Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Manager and reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting. Our ideal candidate is organized, pays strong attention to detail, will be able to carry out tasks both autonomously and collaboratively; has 3-4 years of experience; and has a desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with accounting in customer-facing industries such as Hospitality and Tourism preferred, but not required. GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES · Assists in the day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Finance Department including financial statement presentation and analysis· Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and receivables· Assists in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts· Records and processes intercompany expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation, and recording of adjusting and/or reclassification journal entries, if necessary· Review of company books to ensure timely and accurate processing and recording all accounts payable transactions, and ensures that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures· Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L· Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify accuracy of bookkeeping for the period
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
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]. Job Description:The Senior Accountant is responsible for a multitude of accounting-related functions, including accounts payable and receivable, cash management, and other reporting and general ledger responsibilities. The role will predominantly support the accounting team operations but may also participate in activities related to the numerous entities, trusts, individuals and foundations that make up the organization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: o Prepare, review and/or enter journal entries throughout a variety of ledgers comprising a complex organizational structure.o Prepare supporting schedules for earnings, expenses, accruals, etc.o Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end consolidating financial statements for different combinations of entities, including investment entities.o Perform variance analysis, provide variance support, and deliver timely reconciliation of general ledger accounts.o Prepare various monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing datao Prepare regular ad hoc reportsfor management or others.o Monitor procedures and report on internal controlsto ensure compliance with Company policieso Maintain process and procedure documentation to support teamwide documentation effortso Ensure that Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles are being adhered to for all financial reporting periods.o Monitor procedures and internal controls to ensure compliance with Company policies and make recommendations for improvements.o Support management and other internal team members on special projects and requests for specific information as neededo Communicate effectively with all members of the team, including management, peers within accounting function, staff members from other parts of the organization, and outside vendorso Support internal and external audit efforts and provide backup documentation as neededo Respond to requests for information from lenders, owners and investors.o Manage invoice and expense reimbursement approval process in accounts payable system (Concur & Sage)o Be the main point of contact (internal and external) for questions regarding vendor payments and expense reimbursement reportingo Reconcile vendor statements to our accounts payable recordso Maintain and enforce expense reimbursement policyo Manage vendors including onboarding, reconciliation to statements and vendor ad spend analytics o Create and run Concur or other accounts payable/accounts receivable reportso Review daily cash entries and feeds for accurate posting, validating support and resolving any exceptions
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Project Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks. 1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees2) They have higher bonus structures3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)5) And more… ResponsibilitiesWill support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information. This individual will be responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits. Review project budget and cost for accuracy, analyze budget variances and potential fee changes and assist in positive cash flow while meeting accounting standards and best practices.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description:Specifically, responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Prepare and record journal entries in GL related to fixed assets, leases, and accruals</li><li>Work closely with Treasury, Tax and international finance teams</li><li>Perform data balancing activities, reconciliation and analysis of related ledger accounts</li><li>Assist in the month end, quarter end, and year end close process</li><li>Provide audit support for quarterly and year-end audits</li><li>Prepares consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), general accounting process and internal control elements</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Rosemont, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
About the OpportunityOur client, an established General Contractor, is seeking a motivated, accounting-oriented professional to join its finance team as a Corporate Accountant. This role is ideal for someone who wants to grow beyond traditional accounting and build a broad understanding of both the project and financial sides of a successful construction company.You'll start by learning the company's project administration, project accounting, and compliance processes, becoming proficient in CMiC Cloud and GCPay alongside an experienced project accounting team. As you develop, your responsibilities will expand into corporate accounting, job costing, payment processing, and broader financial and operational functions. The role offers a clear path toward senior-level finance and accounting responsibilities.What You'll Do<ul><li>Project Administration & Compliance: Manage lien waivers, certificates of insurance, contracts, change orders, and payment applications, and serve as the main point of contact for subcontractors on compliance and billing.</li><li>Project Accounting & Billing: Support subcontractor billing and payment applications, including AIA G702/G703 and sworn statements. Track project costs, commitments, and billings, and assist with AP processing and audit support.</li><li>Project Operations & Closeout: Coordinate subcontractor closeout documents and job-site services.</li><li>Growing Accounting Responsibilities: Take on job cost accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close, WIP and percentage-of-completion support, and audit preparation.</li><li>Additional Support: Provide backup administrative support, travel and lodging coordination, office operations support, and OSHA reporting assistance.</li></ul>Who Thrives in This RoleYou're detail-oriented, analytical, and organized. You learn quickly, take initiative, and can manage multiple priorities. You communicate clearly and are comfortable working with subcontractors, vendors, project managers, owners, and title companies.Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Salary: $75,000–$95,000 plus discretionary bonus</li><li>Health Insurance: 100% of employee medical premiums paid by the company, with shared cost for dependent coverage. Life/AD&D insurance is provided. Dental, vision, spouse/dependent coverage, and long-term disability are available. Coverage begins the first of the month after 30 days of employment. Employees who waive coverage receive $80 per pay period.</li><li>Retirement: 401(k) with company match and/or profit-sharing at the company's discretion, plus potential ESOP contribution (eligibility and vesting requirements apply)</li><li>Paid Time Off: 15 days per year for the first four years, 20 days per year after that</li><li>Holidays: 8 paid company holidays</li><li>Perks: Covered parking, airport shuttle, and an on-site fitness center at no cost</li></ul>
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $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]. 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. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist in the monthly/quarterly external and internal reporting processes which include:</li><li>Preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements</li><li>Preparation of quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K filings, including creating footnote disclosures and aggregating data</li><li>Preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements for the newly-formed joint venture</li><li>Preparation of reporting requirements from the joint venture partner for the managed long-term lease portfolio</li><li>Working closely with all business segments, tax, treasury, FP&A, investor relations, legal, and other departments to collect footnote materials</li><li>Preparation of schedules to be included in the quarterly earnings release and schedules to support preparation for the earnings call</li><li>Preparation of the quarterly presentation to the company’s board of directors, including coordination with the FP&A team on budget numbers</li><li>Monthly and quarterly analysis of financial statements for internal/external use</li><li>Work with external auditors, provide required support and address questions and follow ups timely</li><li>Improve our reporting process in our external reporting system</li><li>Update and improve disclosure and reporting documentation for increased efficiency</li><li>Assist in the monthly/quarterly accounting close for the Rail International Segment which includes:</li><li>Partner with the accounting departments at our foreign locations to form a collaborative, communicative relationship</li><li>Act as a liaison between the Chicago accounting team and the accounting departments at our foreign locations to ensure a full understanding of foreign operations and their implications on our consolidated accounting activities</li><li>Monitor activity at the Rail International holding entities, work with Tax and other departments to prepare and record journal entries at these entities</li><li>Ensure monthly activities are recorded in accordance with company accounting policies and prepare relevant journal entries</li><li>Prepare the monthly and quarterly reporting package including income statement and balance sheet variance analysis, key performance metrics, and statement of cash flows</li><li>Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Prepare the Rail International segment schedules to assist in the required disclosures for the 10-K, 10-Q and other reporting needs</li><li>Prepare financial statements for U.S. and international subsidiaries, US pension plans, governmental surveys, and other regulatory filings to be submitted to various agencies, work with external auditors and provide required support and documentation</li><li>Coordinate with accounting and technical accounting departments to research and implement new accounting standards and related reporting and disclosure requirements</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$110,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks. 1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees2) They have higher bonus structures3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)5) And more… Job Responsibilities<ul><li>Participate in global and segment-level finance groups to complete project</li><li>Perform ad hoc value-added analyses, and provide forward-looking insight and decision support</li><li>Compile and analyze the monthly, quarterly and year-end consolidated reporting packages and supporting schedules for senior leadership</li><li>Review and consolidate monthly P&L variance commentary to provide enhanced management reporting that includes meaningful and actionable insights</li><li>Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to measure progress of Company against stated short-term and long-term goals</li><li>Help establish a reporting rhythm with Segment leaders in an effort to strengthen our ability to track and monitor updates to quarterly performance expectations</li><li>Contribute to the preparation of presentation materials for the Board of Directors and executive leadership</li><li>Play a key role in the development of the quarterly Operating Reviews to Global CFO, including enhancement of reporting through development of metrics that will provide management with internal and external drivers impacting financial and operational performance</li><li>Participate in the development and distribution of best practices, process documentation, and user support materials for data management tools</li><li>Demonstrate high level of customer service with business leadership and finance team</li><li>Collaborate with team to share and improve technical skills</li></ul>
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Position SummaryThe Senior Accountant is responsible for general ledger accounting; including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheets and income statement accounts and bank reconciliations. The Senior Accountant will also prepare tax workpapers and assist with the annual tax return filing process. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and assist with maintenance of general ledgers.</li><li>Process account receivables and account payables.</li><li>Process capital calls and distributions.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and distribution of financial statements and quarterly reports.</li><li>Reconcile and maintain balance sheet and income statement accounts.</li><li>Prepare tax workpapers (i.e. fiduciary, partnership, S-Corps., etc.) and assist with the annual tax return filing process.</li><li>Prepare schedules and provide support for external audits.</li><li>Assist with special projects assigned by management.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting team to meet company objectives.</li></ul>
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$110,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Review both GAAP and Tax books and records, periodic financial statements and capital account statements for various private equity funds, holding companies, and management entities prepared by the company's Fund Accountants. Job Description:• Supervise the monthly/quarterly close process and completion of related support and control documentation (both tax and GAAP).• Prepare calendar with deliverable deadlines; communicate to other team members and hold them accountable for meeting deadlines.• Manage Fund Accountant team to answer questions, provide technical guidance, and review point commentary.• Lead fund accountant team to ensure optimal efficiencies by reviewing processes, including capitalizing on accounting system capabilities.• Prepare and review expense allocations to ensure compliance with the limited partnership agreements.• Communicate with limited partners by reviewing responses or responding directly to accounting related investor inquiries.• Coordinate with public accounting firm auditors to plan interim reviews and yearend audits, respond to questions and information requests, and participate in technical discussions.• Research and apply accounting rules to investment fund transactions by referencing the Audit Guide for Investment Companies.• Apply the limited partnership agreement provisions to investment fund transactions and partner allocations.• Review capital call and distribution allocations and investor notifications.• Prepare and review responses to SEC inquiries.• Assist with various ad hoc projects such as improvements to investor reporting, accounting software upgrades, fundraising, etc.• Support various aspects of the company's Tax function such as reviewing federal and state K-1s, providing information to tax advisors, discrete projects.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

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