Sox Auditor Jobs in Rockford, IL

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Tax Director

Palatine, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
170000.00 - 195000.00 USD / Yearly
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] 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. Job Description• Develop and execute a global tax strategy that supports growth, compliance, and risk mitigation across all operating jurisdictions.• Establish and maintain tax governance, policies, and controls that align with audit and SOX/ICFR standards.• Maintain a global tax calendar and ensure on-time filings and payments for all legal entities.• Monitor international tax law changes (OECD BEPS, Pillar Two, EU e-invoicing, etc.) and communicate business impacts.• Identify and manage global tax risks, including nexus, permanent establishment, transfer pricing, and indirect tax exposure.• Oversee all direct and indirect tax compliance activities (corporate income tax, VAT/GST, sales & use tax, payroll and withholding).• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all tax filings and payments globally.• Coordinate quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, estimated payments, and reconciliations. • Manage relationships with external advisors and auditors to ensure compliance and efficiency.• Develop, document, and maintain transfer pricing policies covering intercompany services, cost allocations, and markups.• Lead the preparation of Master and Local Files and coordinate annual true-ups.• Collaborate with FP& A and Regional Controllers to validate intercompany transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment.• Support due diligence, structuring, and post-acquisition integration from a tax perspective.• Lead onboarding of new entities into ERP and tax systems to ensure compliant and consistent setup.• Partner with Controllership to optimize entity structures and manage cross-border tax implications.• Lead Avalara implementation and optimization for both U.S. and international tax operations.
2026-10-22T16:23:44Z

Accounting Team Lead

Oswego, IL
remote
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 100000.00 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 role please send your resume to [email protected] The holidays are just around the corner! Time to get you into a role that will pay more and give you the work-life balance you deserve. Job Description<ul><li>Lead by example, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Independently compile, analyze, and review financial information to prepare and record journal entries within the general ledger system, ensuring transactions are accurately documented and properly supported.</li><li>Record, reconcile, and analyze the Bank's daily cash and investment activities, identifying variances and escalating concerns as appropriate.</li><li>Prepare, review, and maintain account reconciliations, ensuring outstanding items are researched and resolved in a timely manner.</li><li>Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly accounting schedules and reports with a high level of accuracy.</li><li>Maintain and update departmental procedures, ensuring documentation remains current, accurate, and aligned with internal control requirements and standard procedure templates.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by collecting, reviewing, validating, and organizing audit documentation and responding to auditor requests.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and filing of regulatory reports, including but not limited to the FR 2900 Report, Call Report, and Y-9SP Report.</li><li>Serve as a backup for the Accounts Payable function, including reviewing expense coding, processing vendor invoices and employee reimbursement requests, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.</li><li>Identify process inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement, recommend solutions, and support implementation of approved enhancements.</li><li>Perform special projects, research assignments, and ad hoc financial analyses as requested by management.</li><li>Collaborate effectively with internal departments and business partners to resolve accounting-related questions and issues.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T16:18:39Z

Sr. Accountant

Oswego, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$95,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this Remote role please send your resume to [email protected] We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join the finance team. This position is suited for an accounting specialist who can manage core general ledger activities, contribute to an efficient close process, and help maintain strong financial controls. The role also partners with internal teams on reporting, reconciliations, audit support, and ongoing process enhancements that strengthen accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Prepare and post journal entries supported by thorough analysis and clear documentation to keep the general ledger accurate and complete.• Review daily cash activity and investment transactions, reconcile balances, investigate variances, and raise issues when follow-up is needed.• Complete account reconciliations on a recurring basis, research outstanding items, and drive timely resolution of discrepancies.• Contribute to month-end and year-end close by assembling schedules, validating supporting detail, and helping ensure deadlines are met.• Produce recurring accounting reports and financial schedules with a strong focus on precision, consistency, and timeliness.• Maintain accounting procedures and documentation so that processes remain current, well controlled, and aligned with internal standards.• Coordinate audit support by gathering records, confirming the accuracy of requested materials, and responding to questions from internal and external auditors.• Assist with regulatory filings and financial reporting requirements, including banking-related reports where applicable.• Provide backup support for accounts payable activities such as invoice review, expense coding, and employee reimbursement processing in accordance with policy.• Identify workflow improvement opportunities, recommend practical solutions, and participate in special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as assigned.
2026-11-02T17:38:44Z

Staff Accountant

Schaumburg, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will help maintain reliable financial records, contribute to the close process, and support accurate reporting across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, a careful eye for detail, and the ability to work effectively across routine operations and deadline-driven reporting cycles. Responsibilities:• Record monthly journal entries, accruals, and other adjusting transactions to keep the general ledger accurate and up to date.• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and key balance sheet accounts while researching and resolving discrepancies promptly.• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules and assisting with timely completion of required tasks.• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and related reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow summaries.• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice review, payment tracking, and responses to vendor or customer questions.• Provide documentation and account support for internal and external audit requests while helping maintain compliance with accounting standards.• Partner with department leaders on budget-to-actual reporting, variance review, and special financial analyses as needed.• Help monitor tax-related accounting activities, including support for corporate tax and sales tax reporting requirements. Benefits: <ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-11-02T23:04:19Z

Controller

Naperville, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 82000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for a Controller to lead the accounting and financial oversight of a nonprofit organization based in Naperville, Illinois. This role will guide day-to-day finance operations, support strategic decision-making through timely reporting and analysis, and work closely with senior leadership across multiple reporting entities. The position also includes direct supervision of an accounting team member and may occasionally require evening or weekend availability to support organizational meetings or events. Responsibilities:• Direct the monthly close process and year-end reporting cycle, producing accurate financial statements and analysis for leadership, the finance committee, and the board across five entities.• Coordinate the annual budgeting process, periodic forecast updates, and variance reviews to help leadership monitor financial performance and plan effectively.• Monitor liquidity and cash positioning, balancing operational needs with opportunities to optimize invested funds.• Oversee banking activity, including deposits, disbursements, card transactions, and reconciliations, to maintain accurate and well-controlled cash management.• Strengthen and maintain internal controls while ensuring adherence to organizational policies, grant conditions, and applicable regulatory or licensing requirements.• Lead nonprofit fund accounting activities, ensuring net assets are properly categorized and reported in accordance with reporting standards.• Partner with fundraising and advancement teams to reconcile donor and development records with the general ledger and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Manage external audit preparation and serve as the primary liaison for auditors, including coordination of required schedules and tax filing support.• Supervise, coach, and develop the staff accountant while promoting accuracy, accountability, and focused growth.• Collaborate with operations, program, and advancement leaders on grant reporting, departmental budgets, and special financial analyses as needed.
2026-10-19T15:13:45Z

Plant Controller

Rochelle, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000.00 - 132000.00 USD / Yearly
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Strategy and Business Support<ul><li>Direct the site’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.</li><li>Partner with plant leadership to evaluate financial performance, identify emerging trends, and recommend appropriate courses of action.</li><li>Assess financial risks and growth opportunities while developing strategies to improve margins, cash generation, and overall business results.</li><li>Evaluate proposed capital projects through financial projections, investment appraisals, and ongoing performance assessments.</li><li>Establish and track financial and operational indicators to measure progress against business goals.</li><li>Provide decision support for operational planning, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul>Manufacturing Finance and Cost Management<ul><li>Oversee site-level cost accounting, including product costing, inventory accounting, manufacturing variances, and production cost reporting.</li><li>Evaluate cost drivers across raw materials, labor, production processes, overhead, and inventory to identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with production, procurement, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve cost efficiency and operational productivity.</li><li>Provide accurate cost and profitability analysis to support commercial strategy, pricing decisions, and product-level performance reviews.</li><li>Review actual financial results against established plans and investigate significant variances.</li><li>Support inventory management, cash flow optimization, and initiatives designed to improve working capital.</li></ul>Financial Reporting and Governance<ul><li>Manage the preparation and delivery of financial reports, performance analyses, and management updates for site and senior leadership.</li><li>Maintain effective accounting procedures and internal controls in accordance with applicable standards, company requirements, and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Ensure financial records, supporting documentation, and reporting processes remain accurate, consistent, and audit-ready.</li><li>Coordinate audit activities and oversee the timely implementation of corrective actions when needed.</li><li>Promote data accuracy, reporting integrity, and consistency across financial and operational systems.</li></ul>Leadership and Operational Excellence<ul><li>Establish strong working relationships with leaders across manufacturing, finance, supply chain, engineering, and commercial functions.</li><li>Encourage a results-oriented culture built on financial accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Refine financial workflows, reporting practices, and management tools to support operational scale and business growth.</li><li>Supervise and develop finance personnel, providing coaching, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, automate reporting, strengthen analytics, and enhance business decision-making.</li><li>Contribute to broader site initiatives focused on operational effectiveness, process improvement, and long-term performance.</li></ul>
2026-11-02T23:04:19Z

Sr. Accountant

Aurora, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 85000.00 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>
2026-11-02T23:04:19Z

Sr. Project Accountant

Madison, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Project Accountant to support project financial operations for a manufacturing facility in Madison, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee project accounting activities from setup through closeout, helping maintain accurate billing, revenue recognition, forecasting, and month-end reporting. This position works closely with project teams and cross-functional partners to strengthen financial controls, improve cash flow performance, and support reliable business results. Responsibilities: • Manage project financial administration from initial setup to final closeout, ensuring records are accurate and aligned with contract terms. • Review invoicing activity for accuracy and completeness, resolve complex billing discrepancies, and maintain high-quality billing data within the system. • Perform month-end accounting tasks such as calculating project revenue, preparing accruals, and reconciling general ledger balances in accordance with U.S. GAAP. • Partner with internal and external auditors by coordinating documentation and support for financial reviews tied to projects and customers. • Develop and maintain recurring forecasts for invoicing, cash flow, and working capital to improve financial visibility and planning. • Drive consistency across project accounting processes by establishing standards, refining workflows, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. • Evaluate commercial terms and operational challenges that affect collections and project cash performance, then recommend practical improvements. • Maintain compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and standard procedures across project accounting activities. • Collaborate with credit and collections teams to accelerate cash receipt and address invoice or payment-related issues. • Work closely with project management, engineering, and other business functions to support sound financial execution throughout the project lifecycle.
2026-11-03T17:04:11Z

Sr. Accountant

Dane County, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
76000.00 - 92000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Dane County, Wisconsin. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting close activities, and delivering meaningful analysis to guide business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong general accounting expertise, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments in a multi-location environment. Responsibilities:• Lead core month-end accounting activities by preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure timely and accurate close results.• Oversee assigned balance sheet accounts, identify outstanding reconciling items, and drive prompt resolution of discrepancies.• Evaluate financial results and investigate unusual movements or variances to confirm completeness, accuracy, and proper accounting treatment.• Assist with cost accounting work, including inventory valuation, maintenance of standard costs, and analysis of manufacturing variances.• Monitor spending and cost patterns, providing clear insight into trends and fluctuations that impact financial performance.• Prepare internal financial reporting and respond to ad hoc analysis requests for management and business leaders.• Support audit readiness by gathering requested materials, maintaining control documentation, and helping meet compliance requirements.• Strengthen accounting operations by documenting procedures, promoting consistency, and contributing to process and system improvement efforts.• Partner with colleagues across functions to improve data reliability and ensure transactions are recorded appropriately under company policies.• Contribute to additional projects and priorities as business needs evolve.
2026-11-03T17:38:45Z

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