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10 results for Financial Project Manager in Racine, WI

Project Accountant
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Project Accountant to support the financial management of active projects in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This Contract position is ideal for a detail-focused accounting specialist who can manage project financials, billing activity, and reporting with accuracy and consistency. The role works closely with project leadership and internal teams to help maintain budget visibility, support sound financial decisions, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the accounting activities for multiple projects at the same time, maintaining accurate financial records from project start through completion.<br>• Track budgets, committed costs, spending activity, and overall financial results to help keep projects aligned with business and client expectations.<br>• Prepare recurring project-level financial reporting, including profitability analysis, income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries.<br>• Review cost trends and budget variances, identify risks or inefficiencies, and recommend practical actions to improve cost performance.<br>• Partner with project managers to validate charges, review work in progress, and confirm that project costs are recorded correctly.<br>• Process and review client invoices for completeness and accuracy, coordinating with project teams to gather billing support and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Monitor accounts receivable related to project work and follow up on outstanding payments to support timely collections.<br>• Participate in month-end close activities tied to project accounting, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is properly reconciled.<br>• Collaborate with procurement and other internal departments to collect financial information and provide clear updates to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.<br>• Maintain adherence to accepted accounting practices, organizational policies, confidentiality standards, and other assigned responsibilities as needed.
  • 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
Project Accountant
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 40 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced Project Accountant to join a hybrid team in Arlington Heights, Illinois. This position plays a key role in overseeing project-based financial activity, from contract setup through billing, collections, payables, and reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of project accounting in a civil engineering environment and can ensure work is completed accurately, on schedule, and in alignment with client agreements and regulatory requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create and issue client invoices that reflect contract terms, customer billing guidelines, and internal accounting standards.</p><p>• Establish new projects in the accounting system and keep budgets, billing information, and contract-related records current throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>• Monitor project financial activity by maintaining billing records, supporting revenue recognition, and assisting with reconciliations and reporting analysis.</p><p>• Review and process invoices from subconsultants, organize supporting documentation, assist with vendor onboarding, and track insurance and compliance requirements.</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day accounts receivable and accounts payable functions tied to project operations.</p><p>• Partner with project managers and internal teams to provide guidance on billing, project financials, and related accounting questions.</p><p>• Support the Controller with additional accounting assignments, ad hoc analysis, and special projects as needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Finance Manager, Fund Finance
  • Evanston, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $180,000-$200,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The best way to beat this cold weather is with a new role that pays more and respects your work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>The role will require an ability to balance hands-on execution with effective delegation, coaching, and oversight. The individual will also be expected to play an active role in driving strategic initiatives across Fund Finance and the broader firm, partnering with senior Finance leadership, Portfolio Managers and cross-functional teams to improve processes, implement new capabilities, and advance key organizational priorities. </p><p>The position provides high visibility to various groups and exposure to a variety of hedge fund strategies and financial products employed therein. He or she will be expected to become familiar with the various investment strategies and financial products through interaction with Portfolio Managers, risk management, operations and other teams across the firm. </p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting and analysis across assigned funds and investment strategies, including P&amp;L, NAV, valuation and management reporting. </li><li>Lead Fund Finance support for private and negotiated transactions and participate in investment and asset-level diligence and monitoring. </li><li>Assist in the preparation and review of regular reporting requirements, including regulatory reporting, investor snapshots and ad hoc requests from the front office and investor relations. </li><li>Oversee the year-end audit and tax-related requests and queries at interim and yearend as well as review of the financial statements prepared by our fund administrators. </li><li>Provide day-to-day leadership and mentorship to junior team members, including delegation of responsibilities, review of work product, prioritization of deliverables and ongoing coaching and development. </li><li>Lead initiatives to improve processes, controls, reporting and scalability across Fund Finance. </li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to leverage technology, data and AI. </li><li>Lead cross-functional projects from initial assessment and design through implementation and adoption. </li><li>Manage key relationships with fund administrators, auditors, valuation specialists and portfolio company finance teams.</li></ul><p><strong><u> </u></strong></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Project Manager
  • Lincolnwood, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a hands-on HR Project Manager to lead a high-impact Contract assignment based in the Northern Suburbs of Chicago. This role will support a major employee acquisition by driving the tracking and execution of background checks and onboarding activity for more than 2,300 employees. The HR Project Manager will serve as the spreadsheet expert for the project, oversee two HR coordinators supporting the process, and act as a key liaison between the CHRO and the broader project team to help keep workstreams aligned, accurate, and on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead day-to-day execution of a high-volume HR onboarding and background check tracking project tied to a large employee acquisition.</p><p>• Manage and oversee two HR coordinators responsible for background check and onboarding tracking activities.</p><p>• Serve as the primary liaison between the CHRO and the project team, helping communicate status, priorities, and outstanding items.</p><p>• Own and maintain high-volume Excel spreadsheets for more than 2,300 employees, ensuring data is accurate, current, and actionable.</p><p>• Track and monitor background check completion across multiple sources, including Illinois background checks that update automatically and Accurate background checks that require manual review.</p><p>• Provide regular project updates on background check completion, onboarding progress, and timeline risks.</p><p>• Use advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to organize, audit, and report on large data sets.</p><p>• Utilize Paycor dashboards and related HR systems to monitor hiring, onboarding, and background check activity.</p><p>• Support project execution during a critical high-volume period leading up to the acquisition date and targeted completion timelines.</p><p>• Potentially assist with offer letters and other related HR project support as needed.</p>
  • 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Skokie, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <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>This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>About the role</u></strong></p><p>In this role you will be preparing the SEC filings including coordinating and documenting supports to the financials and related footnote to ensure timely filing. Additionally, you will be assisting in the research and documentation of technical accounting and reporting matters, navigate new business initiatives and their corresponding accounting implications. The manager of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting will be reporting to the Director of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting. The ideal candidate is an avid learner and enjoys collaborating with people with a diverse set of talents in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key duties</u></strong></p><ul><li>Prepare the SEC filings (including 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Proxy, and associated XBRL reporting efforts) and ensure compliance with SEC rules and regulations and US GAAP,</li><li>Coordinate, prepare and ensure completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation for the financials and related disclosures (including Earnings Per Share and Statement of Cash Flow schedules), and assist with earnings releases, and other Investor Relations materials,</li><li>Work directly with external auditors and take responsibility for relevant audit requests</li><li>Monitor U.S. GAAP and SEC developments and lead the adoption of new accounting pronouncements and disclosure requirements,</li><li>Research accounting literature and prepare technical memorandums, white papers, and internal accounting policy documentation, to support accounting position and treatment of new transactions</li><li>Review new customer agreements under ASC 606 and coordinate with the Revenue team to ensure proper accounting treatment,</li><li>Work with the Controller and Accounting team to develop and maintain efficient processes and communication during the period-end close and audit,</li><li>Assist with the design and implementation of SOX compliant controls with the VP of Finance, the Finance Controller and the Director of SEC Reporting &amp; Technical Accounting and ensure their effectiveness and efficiency overtime.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Germantown, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join a growing finance team in Washington County, Wisconsin. This position plays a key role in overseeing accurate financial records, managing the monthly close cycle, and ensuring the organization meets financial reporting and compliance expectations within a public-company environment. The role offers strong visibility to leadership, opportunities to improve accounting processes, and the ability to lead and develop a team while supporting the organization&#39;s continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>For immediate consideration, call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect with me on LinkedIn.</strong> All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below, feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration, and I look forward to helping you. God Bless!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee journal entries and maintain supporting schedules to ensure complete and accurate general ledger activity.</li><li>Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.</li><li>Review and oversee balance sheet reconciliations, research discrepancies, and ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly.</li><li>Oversee the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules, including analysis of account activity and variances.</li><li>Review accruals, account classifications, and expense treatment to ensure compliance with accounting policies and applicable standards.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable processes, including invoice accuracy, coding, approvals, payment processing, vendor records, and aging reports.</li><li>Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to resolve invoice, payment, and accounting discrepancies.</li><li>Lead audit preparation and support external audits by organizing documentation, explaining account activity, and coordinating compliance testing.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and audit-ready documentation.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and increase efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Provide leadership, guidance, and development to accounting staff while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Partner with finance leadership and other departments to support reporting requirements, business decisions, and organizational objectives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 135000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $150,000 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>This role requires a pragmatic, commercially-minded CPA with Big 4 assurance experience who can evaluate accounting policies through an operational lens. Acting as a diplomatic liaison, you will manage SOX coordination, partner with internal controls to resolve audit gaps, standardize local operational finance processes, and eliminate administrative friction while upholding the highest standards of financial integrity.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>SOX Management &amp; Process Coordination: Lead end-to-end SOX process management and coordination across operational sites, ensuring local control owners understand, execute, and document key controls effectively.</li><li>Internal Control Gap Resolution &amp; Owner Follow-Up: Liaise closely with the Internal Control team on identified control gaps, ensuring appropriate local operational contacts are engaged, accountable, and actively driving timely remediation with control owners.</li><li>Corporate Policy Implementation: Liaise with Corporate Accounting on the rollout and practical implementation of new accounting policies, translating technical requirements into actionable operational guidelines.</li><li>Operational Process Standardization: Partner with local operational finance and plant leadership to standardize core accounting and reporting workflows across manufacturing and distribution locations.</li><li>Optimize Account Reconciliations &amp; Manual Entries: Drive continuous improvement in balance sheet reconciliation workflows and manual journal entry (MJE) processes, resolving aging bottlenecks and establishing clean documentation standards.</li><li>Technical Accounting Guidance: Provide practical US GAAP guidance across revenue recognition (customer rebates and discounts), lease and capital expenditure governance (CapEx vs. OpEx), and inventory cost accounting to ensure compliant, standardized, and efficient plant and commercial operations.</li><li>Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-09T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Rosemont, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <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;amp; Analysis (FP&amp;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><br></p>
  • 2026-10-09T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Skokie, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <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><strong>Job Description</strong>:</p><ul><li>Manage and oversee the daily operations of the corporate accounting department, ensuring all corporate financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</li><li>Monitor, compile, and analyze detailed cash flow reports, compiling historical cash flows and forecasting future cash requirements to ensure optimal liquidity for the organization’s operations. This includes flow trends, predicting future cash needs, and advising on cash management strategies.</li><li>Oversee income tax preparations for multiple entities, ensuring timely filing, compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, and advise on tax strategies and implications of business decisions. This involves staying updated on tax laws and coordination with our external tax preparers and advisors.</li><li>Review and analyze accounting data to produce accurate financial reports, which are essential for strategic planning and decision-making.</li><li>Enforce proper accounting methods, policies, and principles to ensure that all financial activities align with legal standards and company policies.</li><li>Monitor systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting department, if necessary.</li><li>Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy, providing guidance and leadership to the accounting team.</li><li>Maintain treasury management relationships and administer banking activity including account maintenance and ensuring compliance with banking requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-23T00:00:00Z
Contracts Manager
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 57 - 66 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Contracts Manager to support a Contract assignment with a chemicals manufacturing organization in Des Plaines, Illinois. This role will focus on strengthening oversight of independent dealer agreements, evaluating contractual obligations, and helping the business address compliance concerns in a structured and proactive way. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong commercial contracting experience, and a forward-thinking approach to improving how contract information is organized and used.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review independent dealer agreements to interpret key terms, identify obligations, and highlight areas requiring stronger compliance follow-through.<br>• Assess dealer performance against contractual commitments and help determine when formal enforcement actions or notices are appropriate.<br>• Prepare clear written communications to notify dealers of non-compliance issues and outline required corrective actions.<br>• Compare contract provisions with applicable dealership or franchise-related laws across multiple states to support compliant enforcement strategies.<br>• Draft, revise, and redline contract language while assisting with negotiations tied to dealer relationships and related commercial agreements.<br>• Organize and centralize contract records within the company’s contract management platform to improve visibility and long-term oversight.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to create practical processes for tracking contract status, risk exposure, and enforcement activity.<br>• Contribute ideas for more innovative and efficient contract management practices, including better use of systems and performance-related data.
  • 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z