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8 results for Director Of Accounting in Rockford, IL

Office/Accounting Manager
  • Whitewater, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a new client in their search for an Accounting/Office Manager! Reporting to the Owner, this position will be the primary accounting resource and oversee all accounting operations for two locations. Work hard, play hard is the motto! The team of 3 this candidate would oversee are a lighthearted bunch and are in search of a teammate who can add to their fun culture. Interviews being held before the holidays! For consideration and more detail please call Aislynn at 608-716-5643!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting functions for two dealership locations, including AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, and general ledger management.</li><li>Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, leading month-end and year-end closings.</li><li>Maintain effective internal controls, ensure compliance with company/OEM policies and accounting standards, and safeguard company assets.</li><li>Supervise, train, and evaluate office and accounting staff, fostering a collaborative, supportive team atmosphere.</li><li>Manage office operations: oversee deal processing, funding, titling, contract documentation, inventory controls, and expenses.</li><li>Drive process improvements and system accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership on budgeting and financial performance; maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all communications.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-10T22:08:41Z
Cost Accounting Manager
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 135000.00 - 155000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><p>Join a fast-paced and innovative startup environment in the manufacturing and technology sector. We are building a best-in-class finance organization to support rapid growth and are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic, build-and-scale culture. You will work closely with a highly regarded and supportive hiring manager dedicated to developing talent and achieving excellence.</p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented <strong>Manager, Cost Accounting & Inventory</strong> to oversee inventory valuation, cost accounting procedures, and related operational processes. This essential role ensures accurate financial reporting and provides key insights to support strategic operational decisions. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in inventory systems, cost analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a startup manufacturing or technology environment, making a direct impact on our financial performance and growth trajectory.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Manage</strong> inventory accounting processes, including perpetual tracking, weighted average cost calculations, and reconciliations.</li><li><strong>Collaborate</strong> with supply chain and operations teams to maintain precise inventory movements and valuations.</li><li><strong>Lead</strong> cycle count and physical inventory reviews, investigating discrepancies and implementing corrective actions to resolve recurring issues.</li><li><strong>Prepare</strong> detailed cost analysis reports, including production variance evaluations and margin assessments.</li><li><strong>Maintain</strong> and refine costing methodologies, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance standards (e.g., US GAAP).</li><li><strong>Support</strong> pricing strategies and profitability assessments for new and existing product lines.</li><li><strong>Oversee</strong> monthly close processes related to inventory and cost accounting, ensuring accurate financial reporting.</li><li><strong>Implement</strong> and optimize inventory management systems, acting as a subject matter expert for system configurations.</li><li><strong>Drive</strong> process improvements across inventory and cost accounting workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.</li><li><strong>Mentor</strong> and guide entry-level staff or team members on best practices in inventory and cost management, fostering a collaborative environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.</li><li>401(K) with company matching.</li><li>Generous paid time off (vacation, holiday pay, etc.).</li><li>Stock options.</li><li>Hybrid work model (2-3 days remote).</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a high-growth startup.</li></ul>
  • 2025-11-18T13:58:54Z
Tax Director
  • Palatine, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 170000.00 - 195000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $170,000-$195,000 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>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘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>•       Develop and execute a global tax strategy that supports growth, compliance, and risk mitigation across all operating jurisdictions.</p><p>•       Establish and maintain tax governance, policies, and controls that align with audit and SOX/ICFR standards.</p><p>•       Maintain a global tax calendar and ensure on-time filings and payments for all legal entities.</p><p>•       Monitor international tax law changes (OECD BEPS, Pillar Two, EU e-invoicing, etc.) and communicate business impacts.</p><p>•       Identify and manage global tax risks, including nexus, permanent establishment, transfer pricing, and indirect tax exposure.</p><p>•       Oversee all direct and indirect tax compliance activities (corporate income tax, VAT/GST, sales & use tax, payroll and withholding).</p><p>•       Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all tax filings and payments globally.</p><p>•       Coordinate quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, estimated payments, and reconciliations. </p><p>•       Manage relationships with external advisors and auditors to ensure compliance and efficiency.</p><p>•       Develop, document, and maintain transfer pricing policies covering intercompany services, cost allocations, and markups.</p><p>•       Lead the preparation of Master and Local Files and coordinate annual true-ups.</p><p>•       Collaborate with FP& A and Regional Controllers to validate intercompany transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment.</p><p>•       Support due diligence, structuring, and post-acquisition integration from a tax perspective.</p><p>•       Lead onboarding of new entities into ERP and tax systems to ensure compliant and consistent setup.</p><p>•       Partner with Controllership to optimize entity structures and manage cross-border tax implications.</p><p>•       Lead Avalara implementation and optimization for both U.S. and international tax operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2025-12-08T18:48:42Z
Investment/Portfolio Manager
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Investment/Portfolio Manager to join a boutique law firm located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee equity portfolios for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, including personal trusts, partnerships, and foundations. This position offers a unique opportunity to coordinate with external investment managers and brokers while ensuring tailored financial solutions for sensitive client relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . 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><p>• Manage and optimize equity portfolios for personal trusts, partnerships, and foundations, ensuring alignment with client goals.</p><p>• Oversee cash flow requirements and manage cash investments for trust accounts, foundations, and partnerships.</p><p>• Monitor portfolio holdings and provide updates on market trends, news, and relevant financial insights to trustees.</p><p>• Collaborate with external brokers to implement investment decisions, handle trust funding, distributions, and charitable donations.</p><p>• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external investment managers, ensuring seamless coordination.</p><p>• Prepare detailed investment performance reports and present findings to clients and stakeholders.</p><p>• Actively contribute to meeting client needs by adapting to various responsibilities within a small and dynamic team.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and tax laws governing trust investments and accounting.</p><p>• Utilize niche software tools and platforms, including Bloomberg and Morningstar, to support portfolio management efforts.</p>
  • 2025-11-18T21:04:06Z
Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 170000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary for this position is $170,000 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>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘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>•      Lead monthly and quarterly financial reporting and analysis, including variance and profitability analysis, and produce comprehensive management and board reporting packages. Present written analysis to articulate key drivers, trends, and insights.</p><p>•      Develop and maintain annual budget and rolling forecast models, ensuring alignment with operational and financial goals. Regularly track and assess project performance and communicate results effectively to key stakeholders, including senior leadership and the Board of Directors.</p><p>Operational Performance & Metrics Analysis:</p><p>•      Conduct detailed analysis of operational drivers that impact company margin, including sales, contribution margins, operational expenses (OPEX), and delivery metrics (e.g., service tickets, labor hours, project timelines).</p><p>•      Provide root cause analysis and present findings and actionable insights to leadership to drive business improvements.</p><p>Process Improvement & System Integration:</p><p>•      Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of financial planning processes, systems, and tools, including business intelligence solutions.</p><p>•      Take a proactive role in leading process improvement initiatives and system enhancements, including the integration of any new forecasting tools into the business operations.</p><p>Strategic Financial Modeling & Cross-Functional Collaboration:</p><p>•      Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives, including customer pricing, labor staffing, and cost optimization.</p><p>•      Work closely with cross-functional teams across operations, sales, and leadership to ensure financial insights are integrated into business strategies and build strong working relationships with stakeholders to foster a collaborative environment.</p><p>Team Leadership & Development </p><p>•      Lead and mentor 1 Financial Analyst, providing training on financial reporting and analysis while fostering a collaborative team environment.</p><p>•      Provide hands-on leadership to promote continuous learning and deepen financial acumen.</p><p>•      Balance day-to-day execution with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the Analyst's success while maintaining your own individual deliverables. </p>
  • 2025-11-13T17:19:19Z
Tax Preparer
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Tax Preparer to join our team in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone with experience in preparing complex fiduciary and partnership income tax returns, who is eager to contribute to a boutique legal firm specializing in estate planning and taxation. As part of this position, you will play a key role in assisting high-net-worth clients with their federal and state tax filing needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare a variety of federal and state income tax returns, including Forms 1041, 1065, and 990-PF.<br>• Develop and implement tax-planning strategies to optimize client outcomes.<br>• Conduct research on tax-related matters to ensure compliance and accuracy.<br>• Review and process quarterly estimated tax payments for clients.<br>• Collaborate on trust accounting practices, including preparation of estate and gift tax returns.<br>• Assist with bookkeeping and billing activities as needed.<br>• Maintain proficiency in ProSystem fx tax preparation software to ensure efficient workflow.<br>• Support the firm during busy tax filing seasons by managing increased workloads.<br>• Work closely with partners and the tax manager to meet client needs effectively.
  • 2025-11-11T21:59:02Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-85,000 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><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.<strong>                                   </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-08T20:58:36Z
Plant Controller
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Now Hiring! Plant Controller in Janesville (Hybrid/Onsite Option)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A growing, family-owned manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee all financial and administrative operations, drive cost accounting initiatives, and support HR processes. The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years accounting experience (CPA or CMA preferred), a background in manufacturing, and proven supervisory skills. Join a close-knit team with plenty of autonomy and an opportunity to make a direct impact on business growth. Potential for hybrid/onsite schedule. For consideration, please apply with your must up to date resume (in confidence) and call Aislynn at 608-716-5643. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP</li><li>Lead cost accounting, including analysis of materials, labor, overhead, and production variance</li><li>Direct budgeting, forecasting, and support strategic business planning</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting and administrative staff</li><li>Manage payroll, benefits, and insurance programs, including vendor relationships and renewals</li><li>Optimize and implement ERP/HRIS system processes</li><li>Collaborate with operations leadership to evaluate pricing, quoting, and profitability</li><li>Foster a positive team culture, continuous improvement, and cross-department communication</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-03T21:13:47Z