<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>Robert Half is looking for an energized HR Project Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping a new chapter for our clients organization. This is an excellent opportunity to work side-by-side with executive leadership, drive meaningful change, and make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment. If you are detail-oriented, thrive on managing multiple projects, and are passionate about supporting employees through organizational transitions, we invite you to bring your skills and enthusiasm to this high-visibility, on-site contract role.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Coordinate and document high-volume meetings with executive leaders, ensuring accurate recordkeeping and timely follow-through on action items.</li><li>Oversee complex employee offboarding processes and legal documentation distribution for approximately 200 staff members.</li><li>Manage project timelines, deadlines, and priorities while supporting a dynamic, fast-paced office environment.</li><li>Provide direct administrative support to senior executives, requiring discretion, professionalism, and a detail-oriented approach.</li><li>Assist with HR finance functions, including payroll and compensation, in collaboration with Finance and HR teams.</li><li>Prepare and maintain reports using Excel and process data in ADP.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a proactive and skilled Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team in Schaumburg, Illinois. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving recruitment strategies and building strong candidate pipelines to meet organizational goals. This is a contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growth-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Source and attract candidates with relevant experience using various methods, including direct outreach, job boards, and social media platforms.<br>• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to align talent acquisition with organizational needs.<br>• Communicate job expectations and requirements clearly to candidates, providing a positive and informative experience.<br>• Coordinate and schedule interviews, ensuring a diverse pool of applicants with relevant experience is considered for each position.<br>• Create and manage job postings that effectively highlight roles and responsibilities to attract top talent.<br>• Conduct pre-employment background checks and collaborate with the HR Generalist for a seamless onboarding process.<br>• Maintain and update applicant tracking systems to ensure accurate records and efficient documentation.<br>• Prepare offer letters and coordinate pre-permanent paperwork to ensure smooth transitions for new hires.<br>• Analyze market trends to develop competitive compensation and benefits strategies.<br>• Promote diversity and inclusion throughout all recruitment efforts while adhering to employment laws and company policies.
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Account Specialist to join our team in a Contract-to-Permanent capacity. This position involves coordinating transcription projects from inception to completion, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while maintaining excellent client communication. If you thrive in a fast-paced, remote environment and enjoy multitasking, this role could be a great fit for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage transcription projects from initial intake to final delivery, ensuring all deadlines are met.<br>• Track project progress and promptly address any delays or challenges.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients to provide updates and address inquiries.<br>• Verify deliverables against client-specific style guides and quality standards.<br>• Assist internal teams and contributors with questions and provide necessary support.<br>• Collaborate with leadership to prioritize tasks and resolve operational issues.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation throughout the project lifecycle.<br>• Identify opportunities for improving workflow efficiencies and implement solutions.
<p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Corporate Tax Accountant for our client in Bolingbrook, Illinois. This role combines expertise in corporate and sales tax compliance with general accounting responsibilities, ensuring the organization meets all regulatory requirements while maintaining accurate financial records. You will collaborate with internal departments and external partners to deliver timely and precise tax filings and financial reports.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and reconcile payroll-related journal entries in alignment with monthly and annual reporting requirements.</p><p>• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations for payroll, benefits, and other employee-related accounts.</p><p>• Manage intercompany financial processes, including month-end closings, shared services invoicing, and audit documentation.</p><p>• Record general ledger accruals and both recurring and non-recurring expenses.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</p><p>• File U.S. and Canadian sales tax returns on a regular basis, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate corporate tax payments and documentation with external tax providers.</p><p>• Organize and compile financial data for sales prequalification packages and annual renewals.</p><p>• Contribute to special projects, such as enhancing systems, improving processes, and supporting compliance initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>This position offers a salary of 60-80k and comes with a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holiday pay. </p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please contact </p><p><br></p><p>P. Jace O'Hara</p><p>630-288-4570 </p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team on a contract basis in south suburbs. This position requires someone with extensive expertise in construction accounting to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage budgets and financial reporting in a project-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and job cost accounting.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Monitor project budgets, identify variances, and deliver actionable insights to project managers and senior leadership.</p><p>• Develop and maintain annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including tax filings and audit requirements.</p><p>• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and uphold financial integrity.</p><p>• Evaluate the performance of the accounting team and foster a culture of accountability and precision.</p><p>• Collaborate with project managers and executives to align financial strategies with operational objectives.</p><p>• Oversee accurate job costing and profitability reporting for ongoing construction projects.</p><p>• Utilize construction accounting software to streamline processes and optimize efficiency.</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>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is here!’ 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>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>The holidays are here! Let’s get you into a role that will allow you to actually enjoy it!</p><p> </p><p><em>The salary range for this position is $130k-$150k plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid Controller role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong> Financial Management & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements (P& L, balance sheet, cash flow).</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.</li><li>Lead support work for annual financial statement audit and support needs for tax advisors.</li><li>Maintain accurate inventory valuation and cost accounting records. Mostly a distribution business but some contract manufacturing of own-branded products but no hard core cost accounting but definitely inventory accounting.</li><li>Support FP& A function in various financial statement / product margin analysis and profitability reporting by SKU, customer, or region.</li><li>Lead annual budgeting process and mid-year re-forecasts working collaboratively with FP& A function.</li><li>Monitor financial performance against budget/forecast and provide variance analysis.</li><li>Develop KPIs for distribution operations (inventory turns, fill rate, DSO, DPO, etc.).</li><li>Implement and monitor controls for inventory accuracy, shrinkage, and obsolescence.</li><li>Oversee cycle counts and year-end physical inventory.</li><li>Ensure proper costing methods (e.g., standard cost, FIFO) and landed cost accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with operations on warehouse efficiency and cost-saving initiatives.</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting and daily liquidity needs.</li><li>Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.</li><li>Monitor credit risk, customer payment performance, and collections strategies.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls across procurement, receiving, inventory, and sales order processes.</li><li>Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors on annual audits and tax preparations.</li><li>Optimize ERP/system workflows relating to purchasing, inventory, and sales.</li><li>Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual processes.</li><li>Lead improvements in reporting, data accuracy, and financial visibility across the organization.</li><li>Supervise accounting team (AP, AR, payroll, inventory accounting).</li><li>Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain to support business growth.</li><li>Provide financial insights to executive leadership for strategic decisions.</li><li>Support integration efforts for recently added acquisitions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you passionate about connecting talented people with meaningful opportunities? Do you thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments where every hire advances a greater cause? Our client is currently seeking an interim Recruiter to join them for the next 3-4 months. If you’re inspired by impactful work and enjoy building relationships, this could be the perfect role for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the entire recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding candidates.</p><p>• Develop and implement effective strategies to attract top talent across various roles.</p><p>• Conduct interviews and evaluate candidates to ensure they meet the required qualifications.</p><p>• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.</p><p>• Utilize applicant tracking systems to organize and streamline the recruitment workflow.</p><p>• Maintain detailed records of candidate interactions and recruitment activities.</p><p>• Build strong relationships with candidates to create a positive and detail oriented experience.</p><p>• Monitor recruitment metrics to assess the effectiveness of strategies and make necessary adjustments.</p><p>• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in corporate recruiting.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations throughout the hiring process.</p>
