<p>Robert Half Madison is looking for an <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to lead all finance and accounting operations for a construction company on the east side. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for both <strong>transactional accounting </strong>and <strong>strategic financial oversight</strong>. Preferred experience will include strong construction accounting experience, including a deep understanding of AIA billing. For consideration, please apply with your most up to date resume and call 608-716-5643!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the full finance and accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting.</li><li>Manage and review AIA billing processes, ensuring accurate application billing, lien waiver support, and timely customer invoicing.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, and provide leadership with meaningful analysis on company performance, job profitability, and cash flow.</li><li>Partner with project managers and operational leaders to monitor project costs, budgets, work-in-progress schedules, and contract performance.</li><li>Maintain internal controls, ensure compliance with accounting policies, and support external audits, tax preparation, and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li>Lead cash management, forecasting, and budgeting efforts while identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and support business growth.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a <strong><u>Bilingual</u></strong> Production Manager to oversee second-shift manufacturing operations in Glendale Heights, Illinois. This Contract position calls for a hands-on leader who can guide teams in a fast-moving production environment while maintaining strong standards for safety, quality, and output. The role works closely with cross-functional partners to keep production on schedule, resolve operational issues, and support consistent execution across the shift.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct second-shift production activities to achieve daily goals for volume, product quality, and workplace safety</p><p>• Coach, supervise, and develop operators, line leads, and material handling staff to build an accountable and productive team</p><p>• Partner with Quality, Research and Development, and Planning teams to support accurate batch execution and on-time order completion</p><p>• Track equipment performance during the shift and coordinate maintenance support when issues arise to reduce disruption</p><p>• Uphold company, safety, and regulatory standards across all manufacturing operations and reinforce compliance expectations</p><p>• Verify batch records and related production documents to ensure they are complete, accurate, and ready for review</p><p>• Lead process improvement efforts aimed at increasing throughput, reducing waste, and improving workflow efficiency</p><p>• Support onboarding and cross-training initiatives to strengthen workforce flexibility and readiness</p><p>• Prepare shift updates and key performance metrics for leadership to communicate results, issues, and operational trends</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a client-focused accounting team in Janesville, Wisconsin. This role is suited for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can oversee return reviews, guide client engagements, and lead staff development with confidence. The position offers the chance to contribute to a collaborative environment while helping improve efficiency, service quality, and long-term departmental success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the review of individual, business, fiduciary, and related tax filings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients by addressing tax-related questions, requesting outstanding information, discussing planning strategies, and presenting completed returns.</p><p>• Coordinate engagement flow by assigning work across team members, balancing priorities, and keeping projects moving efficiently through completion.</p><p>• Provide coaching, feedback, and day-to-day guidance to tax team members to support skill development and strengthen team performance.</p><p>• Evaluate client situations to uncover tax-saving opportunities and deliver practical recommendations aligned with their financial goals.</p><p>• Track filing calendars and engagement milestones to help maintain on-time delivery during both peak and non-peak periods.</p><p>• Contribute ideas that enhance internal procedures, increase operational efficiency, and improve the overall client experience.</p><p>• Partner with firm leadership to manage workload distribution, maintain strong client relationships, and support departmental objectives.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to find a <strong>Sales Manager</strong> who will play a key role in driving new business and expanding customer relationships. This position offers significant visibility and impact, with <strong><u>travel up to 75%</u></strong><u> </u>to meet with clients, attend industry events, and support business development efforts. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in manufacturing sales, a strategic mindset, and the ability to lead sales initiatives in a competitive market. For more detail, please call 608-716-5643!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute sales strategies to drive revenue growth across local and regional markets. </li><li>Manage and grow key customer accounts while building strong, long-term client relationships. </li><li>Partner with internal teams, including production and engineering, to align customer needs with operational capabilities, timelines, and pricing. </li><li>Prepare forecasts, pipeline updates, sales reports, and performance metrics for leadership review. </li><li>Lead sales efforts through prospecting, client meetings, contract negotiations, and closing new business opportunities.</li><li>Mentor and support sales team members, helping drive accountability, performance, and overall team success. </li><li>Represent the organization at trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings to promote services and strengthen market presence. </li><li>Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer demand to refine sales approaches and identify growth opportunities. </li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead financial operations and planning for a manufacturing environment in Elgin, Illinois. This position will guide close activities, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash oversight while partnering with operational leaders to improve performance and support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance experience, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to turn complex data into practical recommendations for leadership. Compensation & Benefits: $120K- $130K + bonus, Medical: with PPO and HDHP/HSA options., Dental, Life & Disability,, 401(k): with match, FSA, PTO</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct monthly close activities for multiple entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial results across the organization.</p><p>• Combine and review financial data from domestic and Canadian operations spanning more than 15 sites to produce consolidated reporting.</p><p>• Administer allocations of shared corporate expenses across business units and maintain consistency in intercompany accounting treatment.</p><p>• Prepare recurring management reports, quarterly summaries, board materials, and lender deliverables, including tracking covenant compliance.</p><p>• Lead the annual planning cycle and maintain rolling forecasts covering revenue, margins, overhead, and other key operating drivers.</p><p>• Analyze actual performance against budget and forecast, identify notable variances, and highlight trends and performance indicators for leadership review.</p><p>• Monitor liquidity, cash conversion, and short-term funding needs by evaluating inventory, labor, receivables, payables, and purchasing activity.</p><p>• Support treasury activities by managing banking relationships, financing arrangements, cash projections, and capital planning for equipment and facility investments.</p><p>• Strengthen financial controls by improving approval workflows, system access governance, inventory-related processes, and other risk management practices.</p><p>• Assess cost movements tied to materials, pricing, supply issues, and foreign exchange exposure to reduce financial risk and improve accuracy.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to support a broad range of people operations in Montgomery, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position will oversee employee relations, HR administration, benefits coordination, and onboarding while helping maintain efficient and compliant HR processes. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in supporting employees and managers, improving HR workflows, and using HRIS tools to keep records accurate and up to date.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide employees and supervisors on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and issue resolution to promote a positive and compliant work environment.<br>• Manage day-to-day HR operations, including employee documentation, record maintenance, and administrative support across the employee lifecycle.<br>• Coordinate benefit-related activities such as enrollments, updates, and employee communication to ensure accurate and timely support.<br>• Lead onboarding activities for new hires, including orientation preparation, paperwork completion, and system setup coordination.<br>• Maintain and update information in HRIS platforms to support reporting accuracy, data integrity, and efficient personnel administration.<br>• Partner with leadership to address employee relations matters, document outcomes, and recommend practical solutions aligned with company policy.<br>• Support process improvements within HR operations and assist with changes to systems or procedures when needed.<br>• Prepare HR-related reports, track key personnel information, and help ensure adherence to internal standards and employment requirements.
<p>A client of Robert Half is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and enhance HR operations for a growing organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about employee engagement, compliance, and building strong workplace culture.</p><p><br></p><p>This position requires bilingual fluency in Spanish and English and includes travel to Rockford approximately twice per week (mileage and gas reimbursement provided).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary range: $90,000 – $120,000</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>401(k) with company match</li><li>Travel reimbursement for mileage and gas</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead employee relations efforts, fostering a positive and productive work environment</li><li>Oversee day-to-day HR administration, including records management, policies, and compliance documentation</li><li>Manage and administer employee benefits programs, ensuring clear communication and support</li><li>Utilize HRIS systems to maintain accurate data and streamline HR processes</li><li>Drive and manage onboarding programs to ensure successful new hire integration</li><li>Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals</li><li>Partner with leadership to support performance management and organizational development</li><li>Ensure compliance with all employment laws, regulations, and internal policies</li><li>Implement initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and culture</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to assess and support workforce planning needs</li></ul>
We are looking for a Recruiting Specialist to support hiring initiatives for a transportation equipment manufacturing organization in Vernon Hills, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a talent acquisition specialist who can manage recruitment activities from initial sourcing through offer coordination while delivering a strong candidate experience. The role will partner with hiring teams to identify talent needs, maintain organized recruiting workflows, and help attract candidates with experience for corporate and operational functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end recruitment efforts, overseeing each stage from intake discussions and sourcing strategy through interviews and hiring decisions.<br>• Build and maintain candidate pipelines by using proactive sourcing methods across job boards, databases, networking channels, and other recruiting resources.<br>• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements, align on candidate profiles, and adjust search strategies as business needs evolve.<br>• Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to assess experience, qualifications, and overall fit for open positions.<br>• Manage activity within the applicant tracking system, ensuring records are accurate, current, and compliant throughout the hiring process.<br>• Coordinate interview scheduling, feedback collection, and communication between candidates and internal stakeholders to keep searches moving efficiently.<br>• Support offer preparation and other recruitment-related documentation while maintaining a consistent and timely candidate experience.<br>• Monitor recruiting progress and share updates with stakeholders on pipeline health, hiring challenges, and market availability of talent.
<p><strong>For Immediate consideration contact Courtney Syverson, Recruiting Manager at 608-259-1164</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Operations Controller to support manufacturing operations in Wisconsin. In this role, you will partner with site and operations leaders to translate financial data into actionable recommendations that improve performance, strengthen profitability, and support informed decision-making. This position combines day-to-day operational finance leadership with broader analytical insight in a fast-paced production environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with plant leadership and operations stakeholders to evaluate financial and operational results and recommend actions that improve efficiency and margin performance.</p><p>• Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, and performance reports, providing clear analysis of trends, variances, and key business drivers.</p><p>• Monitor manufacturing KPIs and investigate gaps between actual and expected results to support timely corrective action.</p><p>• Lead standard cost activities, including cost updates, pricing analysis, and ongoing review of cost accuracy within the plant environment.</p><p>• Support month-end close processes by ensuring financial results are complete, accurate, and aligned with reporting requirements.</p><p>• Develop financial models and scenario analyses that help leadership assess business options, operational changes, and performance risks.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls and compliance practices while supporting effective risk management across finance and operations activities.</p><p>• Contribute to finance and operational improvement projects, working with local leadership and broader controller teams to implement practical solutions.</p>