<p>Robert Half is looking for a highly skilled Tax Manager to join our client in the western suburbs. This role is pivotal in overseeing tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for a diverse range of clients, including individuals, corporations, and partnerships. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities, strong technical expertise, and a commitment to fostering client relationships and supporting the development of less experienced staff.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage complex tax engagements, including federal, state, and local tax returns for various entities.</p><p>• Provide strategic tax planning advice and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Conduct in-depth research on tax laws and changes, delivering accurate and timely guidance to clients.</p><p>• Mentor and supervise less experienced staff, offering training and performance feedback to support their growth.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional services and resolving tax-related concerns.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to develop integrated solutions for clients and support business development initiatives.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to firm policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.</p><p>• Utilize Lacerte Tax Software to prepare and review tax filings efficiently and accurately.</p>
<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>
<p><em> The salary range for this position is $150,000-$200,000 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 holiday season is almost here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy it? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support the financial planning, reporting, and budgeting processes across the company's portfolio of businesses</li><li>Partner with key business leads to lead the budget, planning, and forecast formulation and execution</li><li>Generate monthly, quarterly and yearly reporting insights by gathering and analyzing data as well as actuals/projection variances</li><li>Identify relevant trends and key variance drivers. Advise leadership of opportunities and risk impacting the firm</li><li>Identify process improvements to reduce process cycle times, improve financial forecast quality, and enhance information provided to leadership for business decisions</li><li>Develop credibility and build partnerships with the accounting team and other key stakeholders across the company to facilitate efficiency, knowledge sharing, and opportunities for process improvement</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About Us:</strong></p><p>We are a leading real estate group committed to delivering innovative solutions in property investment and financial services. Our team thrives on collaboration, strategic thinking, and creating value for our clients and stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Product Manager</strong> with <strong>7+ years of experience</strong> in the <strong>investments and finance space</strong>. This role will be responsible for driving product strategy, development, and execution across our investment-focused offerings. You will work <strong>cross-functionally</strong> with teams in technology, operations, marketing, and finance to deliver products that meet market needs and align with our business objectives.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $170,000-$175,000 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>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. 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>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: </strong></p><p>• Management of emissions control implementation, including project management oversight, coordination of cross-functional teams, conducting walkthroughs, documenting processes, identifying and developing controls, and recommending improvements </p><p>• Oversee ESG data governance, internal controls and reporting processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness </p><p>• Support the integration of ESG metrics into financial reporting </p><p>• Monitor compliance with ESG regulatory reporting requirements and internal policies, including examining consistency of disclosures across various regions </p><p>• Oversee remediation of identified compliance gaps for ESG regulatory reporting disclosure efforts, which may involve updating policies, procedures and disclosures </p><p>• Coordinate cross-functionally to drive ESG disclosure best practices and support ESG operating model and governance objectives globally </p><p>• Support Global Controllership’s oversight of the SOX program </p><p>• Present internal control finding and status updates to various governance bodies such as Global Controllership leadership. Participate in financial and impact materiality assessments </p><p>• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external auditors and business partners </p><p>• Drive continuous improvement of internal processes, ensuring a robust control environment throughout the organization </p><p>• As a subject matter expert, provide comprehensive, in-depth consulting and leadership to teams at a high technical level </p><p>• Foster a strong control mindset within the Global Controllership and Global Corporate ESG teams, and across the broader organization, promoting a culture of transparency, compliance and accountability. </p><p>• Participate in special projects for Global Controllership </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this FULLY REMOTE position is $150,000-$155,000 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><strong><u>Position Details</u></strong></p><ul><li>Assist partners in consulting with closely held businesses and individual clients on financial and tax planning matters</li><li>Review tax returns, including consolidated or multi-state business returns, complex pass-through entities and complex individuals</li><li>Identify and research tax planning and compliance issues</li><li>Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts</li><li>Coach and mentor junior level staff</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $150,000-$160,000 and it comes with benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401k & time off. 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 Tax Manager. 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>This person will work within the team as a key member and responsibilities will include but not limited to:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Supporting portfolio company finance teams (including direct interaction with CFOs, controllers, and FP& A managers) with tax reporting and supporting calculations, such purchase price allocations, transaction cost analysis, and coordinating tax work within required timelines.</li><li>Provide guidance and assistance with technical tax questions and research.</li><li>Understanding the necessary action items and processes needed to accomplish such benefits including purchase price allocations and tax step-up computations.</li><li>Participate in both sell side and buy-side tax due diligence for platform acquisitions, add-on acquisitions and carve outs and gather information, data, legal agreements, etc. for the service providers.</li><li>Monitor transaction tax benefits and tax refunds due after sale of portfolio company.</li><li>Assist coordination of service providers for provisions and compliance.</li><li>Review and summarize purchase agreements for tax deliverables.</li><li>Prepare special tax projects (like transaction tax benefit analysis) for certain acquisitions.</li><li>Provide technical assistance with new federal and state law changes.</li><li>Assist in coordinating the flow of K-1s for the fund in a timely manner.</li><li>Provide IRS audit support and project management.</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $145,000-$150,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this fully remote role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. 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>Job Description Summary</strong></p><p>The Tax Manager should be adept at developing relationships with leaders from various business units and functions within the company and outside advisors in order to understand both current and proposed activities to ensure they are accurately reporting the tax effects of business initiatives in the financial statements. This position reports to the Senior Vice President, Tax.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage preparation and/or first review of quarterly and year-end tax provision calculations for financial statement reporting purposes.</li><li>Analyze and draft narratives explaining tax balance fluctuations that can be communicated for lender reporting purposes.</li><li>Manage tax planning initiatives and prepare research and computational analysis of tax reporting around domestic, state and international tax planning initiatives.</li><li>Work closely with outside advisors to ensure sharing of information to enable timely filing of federal income tax returns and to ensure efficient transition from financial statement reporting to tax return preparation.</li><li>Analyze, document and communicate issues around valuation allowances, FIN48 reserves, permanent reinvestment for APB23 purposes, and other tax provision matters.</li><li>Work with FP& A to help develop forecasts of future effective tax rates.</li><li>Work with finance team to understand book reporting of corporate acquisitions and various business initiatives and ensure appropriate tax treatment.</li><li>Manager tax controversy matters by collaborating with various tax jurisdictions to address issues if they arise.</li><li>Mentors and leads tax department members and teams with other department leaders to maximize employee engagement and provide opportunities for growth (as applicable).</li><li>Help create internal processes to ensure efficiencies.</li><li>Trains and Develops tax department members through coaching and supervision (as applicable).</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<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><u>Position Summary</u></strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager manages most accounting activities, including P& L reviews, monthly close, integration and acquisition project work, and other management duties. This position leads significant business-facing matters including the reporting and driving of key performance metrics in finance and business case development. The Accounting Manager leads staff and seniors on the Finance Team. This position is a key contact with various other managers within the company’s shared service center.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Responsibilities May Include, But Not Limited To</strong></p><ul><li>Lead change management process for staff and seniors on the Finance team</li><li>Function as the key developer of talent for the team</li><li>Manage the monthly close process including preparation of financial statements, etc.</li><li>Lead business initiatives and strategies i.e., system rollouts, integration of new acquisitions, and process improvements</li><li>Manage the governance over key systems in SAP i.e., fixed assets, treasury, leases, and other general ledger systems</li><li>Partner with the Controls department to ensure effective internal controls</li><li>Manage the external audit process</li><li>Support auxiliary audits i.e., Sales & Use Tax, Accounts Receivable Securitization, etc.</li><li>Other projects or duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary for this position is $135,000 to $140,000 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>Holiday Season is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy it? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong> Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>JV Monthly Accounting and Reporting</li><li>Ensure monthly activities are properly recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company</li><li>accounting policies through reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Review and manage the internal JV monthly reporting package including income statement and balance sheet variance analysis, key performance metrics, and statement of cash flows.</li><li>Review and manage balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure timely and accurate completion.</li><li>Review and manage the preparation of schedules to assist financial reporting team with 10-Q and 10-K disclosure requirements.</li><li>Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures in accordance with US GAAP.</li><li>Provide support to stakeholders and accounting policy team with technical accounting research, accounting memo authorship, and various ad hoc inquiries.</li><li>Assist with external and internal audit requests</li><li>JV Monthly Reporting to JV partner</li><li>Review and manage the external JV monthly reporting package including monthly variance analysis explaining fluctuations of income statement and balance sheet accounts, preparation of statement of cash flow and compilation of other reporting requirements.</li><li>Ensure effectiveness of internal control environment</li><li>Evaluate, develop, and maintain documentation on operating procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls.</li><li>Monitor and ensure that all general ledger accounts are maintained in compliance with established accounting policies.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure compliance.</li><li>Manage, train and coach personnel under supervision</li><li>Establish priorities and setting expectations</li><li>Assist team members and others across the organization to understand and accurately use financial information</li><li>Special Projects</li><li>Perform adhoc requests and special projects as requested, which may include various accountings initiatives, systems projects, internal reporting, and other analysis deemed appropriate.</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $115,000-$125,000 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 Corporate 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>This role is instrumental in the management and oversight of our accounting department, contributing significantly to the efficient financial operation of our organization. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing the month-end close process, maintaining accurate account records, and streamlining accounting processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>Accounting position will report to controller and will be responsible for overseeing 2 accountants and the following activities:</p><p>• Manage month-end close process for newly acquired entities.</p><p>• Maintain complete and accurate account records including General Ledger, Income Statement and Balance Sheet reporting.</p><p>• Manage the reconciling of balance sheet accounts and income statement accounts for newly acquired entities.</p><p>• Streamline accounting processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Implement and monitor accounting policies and procedures for newly acquired entities.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on acquisitions, financial matters and projects.</p><p>• Manager and support audit activities, providing necessary documentation and explanations.</p><p>• Oversee the vendor bill and employee expense report process, including expense repot payment process to ensure payments made within terms for newly acquired entities.</p><p> </p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Grant Analyst to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this contract to hire role, you will play a key part in managing government grants, ensuring compliance, and contributing to impactful projects. This position requires someone who is detail-oriented, thrives in deadline-driven environments, and excels in optimizing resources.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and manage over 60 government grants to ensure proper allocation and compliance.</p><p>• Assist in crafting well-written proposals to secure new funding opportunities.</p><p>• Monitor grant budgets and coordinate their distribution among accounting staff and program managers.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to all relevant regulations and compliance standards associated with government contracts.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize grant spending and achieve program goals.</p><p>• Review and assess credit risk management processes related to grant funding.</p><p>• Provide guidance and support to grant accountants and program managers on financial procedures.</p><p>• Track deadlines and deliverables to maintain timely submission of required documentation.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve grant management processes and implement best practices.</p>
<p><em>The salary for this position is up to $130,000 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>Job Description:</strong> </p><ul><li>Assist in managing the process and communication with property managers and joint venture partners to obtain all necessary information and ensure proper tax reporting.</li><li>Assist in assessing and maintaining tax compliance requirements of fund structure, including schedule of returns, estimates and extensions filed.</li><li>Review pass-through entity, REIT and corporate tax returns, extensions, and quarterly estimates prepared by external tax advisors and joint venture partners.</li><li>Understand the impact of complex fund structures, transactions, partner allocations and disclosures on various types of investors (foreign, tax-exempt, domestic, etc.) and tax implications of transactions to the structure and investors.</li><li>Participate in the tax structuring, planning, and due diligence for acquisitions and dispositions.</li><li>Ensure all tax filings and payments are timely filed.</li><li>Assist in responding to federal and state notices.</li><li>Assist with federal and state audits.</li><li>Coordinate with external tax advisors to prepare taxable income projections for corporations, REITs, and pass-through entities in order to determine appropriate withholding associated with distributions to US taxable and international investors. </li><li>Analyze quarterly withholding requirements and impact of asset dispositions on REITs, partnerships, corporations, and investors.</li><li>Coordinate with the accounting department to document ASC 740, manage tax provision, review REIT testing qualifications and ensure all proper tax disclosures are included in order to comply with regulatory agencies.</li><li>Responsible for assisting with REIT compliance.</li><li>Assist with tax research and prepare memorandums outlining findings and conclusions for tax treatment related to strategic transactions and acquisitions.</li><li>Assist with investors’ tax inquiries, provide tax support to internal stakeholders and respond to ad-hoc requests.</li><li>Help to continuously improve internal tax processes, leveraging technology where possible.</li><li>Keep abreast of changes in industry regulation, maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining professional certifications.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p>
We are looking for an experienced Manager of Applications Development to lead and oversee software development initiatives in the FinTech industry. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions. Based in Itasca, Illinois, this position requires a hands-on approach to development and team management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and actively contribute to software development projects, overseeing the architectural design, code quality, and project execution.<br>• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to team members to enhance technical skills and ensure best practices.<br>• Collaborate with the Product Team to gather requirements and participate in estimation efforts and deployment planning.<br>• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives, to ensure efficient project delivery.<br>• Take ownership of the technical aspects of multiple projects per release cycle, maintaining a hands-on role in development.<br>• Schedule and conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to discuss progress, goals, and challenges.<br>• Organize team meetings to foster collaboration and align on project objectives.<br>• Guide the team through goal-setting and year-end performance discussions.<br>• Ensure the team adheres to Agile principles and software development methodologies.<br>• Provide strategic input to improve processes and enhance team productivity.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $180,000-$220,000 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>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Director of Corporate Accounting. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p><strong> </strong>We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Corporate Accounting to join our corporate accounting team. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation and analysis of financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and company policies.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results to senior management, stakeholders, and external parties as required.</li><li>Responsible for the month-end and year-end close processes, coordinating activities across departments to meet deadlines and ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Collaborate with other departments to develop annual budgets and financial forecasts.</li><li>Monitor performance against budgetary targets, investigate variances, and provide insightful analysis to support decision-making processes.</li><li>Supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and support to foster their professional growth and development.</li><li>Delegate tasks effectively, prioritize workload, and ensure deadlines are met consistently.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.</li><li>Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulations, researching and interpreting complex accounting issues, and providing guidance to ensure compliance.</li><li>Collaborate with other departments, including finance, treasury, tax, and legal, to support business initiatives and ensure alignment on accounting matters.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency, implementing changes as necessary to improve accuracy and productivity.</li><li>Lead or participate in special projects as assigned by senior management, contributing financial expertise and insights to support strategic initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$80,000 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>Spring will be here before you know it! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the warm weather when it gets here? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position</strong></p><p>This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities and core functional areas</strong></p><ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 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><strong><u>Job Description </u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position</strong></p><p>This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. <strong>This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team</strong>. This position will have a close working relationship with the accounting, payroll, and finance team members as well as leadership throughout the organization.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities and core functional areas</strong></p><ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>To apply to this Onsite role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em></em>Location</strong>: Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park - Fully Onsite)</p><p><strong>Position</strong>: Bookkeeper / Office Manager </p><p><strong>Salary</strong>: $70-$85k – Flexible DOE </p><p><strong>Benefits</strong>: No Benefits, Provides Vacay and PTO.</p><p><strong>Keys</strong></p><ul><li>Requires Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance </li><li>Requires Real Estate Experience (Lien Waivers and Draw Request) </li></ul><p><br></p><p>Our Real Estate Client is seeking a detail-oriented, self-starting Bookkeeper / Office Manager to join their team. They are a small, fast-paced real estate development office completing $100M+ in annual projects, and looking for someone entrepreneurial who is interested in real estate, development, and supporting efficient operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Bookkeeping, financial reporting, and preparation of P& L statements</li><li>Managing invoices and bill payments</li><li>Requesting and tracking insurance certificates</li><li>Preparing draw requests</li><li>Contract compliance</li><li>General office operations and administrative support</li><li>Assisting with tax preparation and documentation</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree Required </li><li>3+ years of relevant work experience</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks</li></ul><p>Benefits: Professional development assistance</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>
<p>Are you an accomplished marketing leader experienced in organizational turnarounds and building high-performing teams from the ground up? Our client is seeking an Interim CMO to lead a total marketing function reboot, drive strategic transformation, and support a major brand integration following acquisition. This is an excellent opportunity for a marketing generalist with a consulting, professional services, B2B, and/or healthcare background to make a rapid impact.</p><p><br></p><p>Project Scope & Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Assess the current marketing team structure and departmental performance</li><li>Lead and oversee implementation of marketing automation (Salesforce Marketing Cloud migration from HubSpot), partnering with external consultants and acting as internal liaison to ensure effective stakeholder communication</li><li>Build a strategic marketing roadmap and prioritize initiatives for short- and long-term success</li><li>Manage agency relationships and collaborate directly with external partners and internal stakeholders</li><li>Spearhead brand integration and drive organizational change</li><li>Reboot the entire marketing function, delivering structure, vision, and execution in an environment lacking established processes</li><li>Mentor, train, and upskill an established team of marketing professionals (5-10 team members)</li><li>Hire and onboard a new Marketing Director as part of the transformation</li><li>Manage the marketing budget and ensure optimal allocation of resources</li></ul>
<p>Position summary</p><p>The Office Services Associate is responsible for adding value in providing daily back-office services for our client and teams. Services include but are not limited to reprographics copy and mail services in both physical and digital environments with support for services in hospitality facilities audio/visual reception and other service lines as needed.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Job duties</p><p>* denotes an essential function</p><p>- *Utilize appropriate logs for all office services work.</p><p>- *Ensure that job tickets are properly filled out before beginning work.</p><p>- *Perform work in office services primarily reprographics mail and intake functions according to established procedures.</p><p>- *Follow procedures to run jobs in proper order.</p><p>- *Communicate with supervisor or client on job or deadline issues.</p><p>- *Meet contracted deadlines for accepting completing and delivering all work.</p><p>- *Troubleshoot basic equipment problems.</p><p>- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.</p><p>- Prioritize workflow.</p><p>- Performs Quality Assurance on own and work of others.</p><p>- Load machines with various paper toner supplies.</p><p>- Answer telephone emails and place service calls when needed.</p><p>- Interact with clients in person over the phone or electronically.</p><p>- Adhere to Williams Lea policies in addition to client site policies.</p><p>- Use equipment and supplies in a cost-efficient manner.</p><p><br></p><p>Working conditions</p><p>- Position operates at sites with maximum of 24/7 operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a contract to hire position that requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills and a strong background in managing accounts payable processes. The role involves overseeing invoice processing, ensuring timely approvals, and delivering outstanding customer service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage the accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Process approximately 150 invoices weekly and oversee approval procedures across multiple centers.</p><p>• Maintain regular communication with customers to address outstanding invoices and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Execute weekly check runs and automated clearing house (ACH) transactions.</p><p>• Ensure invoices are accurately coded and entered into the financial system.</p><p>• Provide exceptional customer service while managing vendor relationships and inquiries.</p><p>• Utilize Financial Edge software to streamline accounts payable operations.</p><p>• Monitor and maintain compliance with company policies and procedures related to accounts payable.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial processes and reporting.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Application Development Project Manager/Lead to oversee high-priority projects and ensure seamless coordination between technical and business teams. This role involves managing risks, driving project deliverables, and fostering collaboration to meet organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project management and a proven ability to deliver results in dynamic environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the execution of high-priority system migration projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to define deliverables, manage dependencies, and maintain clear communication.<br>• Facilitate planning and discovery sessions for upcoming enterprise initiatives, ensuring alignment between IT capabilities and business objectives.<br>• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively addressing issues to maintain progress and meet deadlines.<br>• Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating technical requirements into actionable business strategies.<br>• Oversee the preparation and coordination of supporting systems, applications, and resources to meet project milestones.<br>• Ensure all project governance processes are followed, including the creation and maintenance of required documentation and reports.<br>• Provide regular updates and insights to leadership and key stakeholders on project status, risks, and accomplishments.
<p>We are looking for a Sr. IT lead position, the candidate will be responsible to provide to IT support:</p><ul><li>Detailed understanding of MES for manufacturing operations</li><li>Project coordination and Management</li><li>Team management: including project assignments, team availability and Shift management</li><li>Understanding of IT support areas: Infrastructure & Network</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>MES</strong></p><p>· MES System monitoring, troubleshooting, problem resolution and implementation</p><p>· Make changes to or create required steps or logic within the MES system</p><p>· Track and control MES devices and their configurations</p><p>· Hardware support - configuration of printers, scanners (PPC), cconfigure and troubleshoot barcode scanners</p><p>· Inventory Management of hardware used for operations</p><p>· Take new MES requirements / changes from operations team:</p><p>o Translate it into technical specifications</p><p>o Creating work instructions</p><p>o SQL Job maintenance and tracking</p><p>o Review and test the change with production team and 3rd party support</p><p>o Plan for rollout</p><p> </p><p><strong>Infrastructure</strong></p><p>· Basic level network troubleshooting</p><p>· Should be able to troubleshoot other systems that are integrated with MES (such as JIS sequence system, Paintshop system, AIB, HMI etc.)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Project Management</strong></p><p>· This position will function as the dedicated Sub-Project Manager working with the PM team to plan and coordinate for all projects</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Team management</strong></p><p>· MES Team coordination – Assign projects to MES Engineers, support the MES Engineers for projects from Assignment to Implementation</p><p>· Manage IT Team’s availability and shift management</p><p>· Regular status and review meetings with IT Director</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director at a Consulting Firm in Chicago, Illinois. This role requires a proactive individual capable of managing diverse administrative and operational tasks to ensure the smooth functioning of the office. The ideal candidate will excel in organization, communication, and multitasking while contributing to the firm's marketing and event initiatives. This is a hybrid position, working 3 days in the office 2 days remote. Benefits include: health, dental, vision, short and long term, commuter, PTO, and 401k. Salary $75k-$80k</p><p>Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the executive calendar, including scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings.</p><p>• Organize and arrange travel logistics, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation.</p><p>• Facilitate executive meetings by preparing materials, recording minutes, and ensuring follow-up on action items.</p><p>• Assist with office communication by drafting correspondence and handling inquiries.</p><p>• Support marketing efforts by coordinating events and promotional activities.</p><p>• Maintain office organization through effective filing systems and supply management.</p><p>• Serve as a liaison between the Managing Director and other team members or external contacts.</p><p>• Ensure deadlines are met and provide reminders for critical tasks and commitments.</p><p>• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.</p><p>• Contribute to the overall efficiency of the office by identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.C</p>
<p>Fast-Track Career Advancement Opportunity (This position is expected to advance quickly within the company over the next few months.)</p><p><br></p><p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 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><strong><u>Position Summary:</u></strong></p><p>The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for general ledger accounting for various reporting entities; including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules and account reconciliations, reconciling cash, and assisting with monthly financial statement analysis. The Staff Accountant will also have treasury management responsibilities including processing wires and managing bank accounts, and will assist with special projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities </strong></p><p>• Review and upload property level financial statements and reporting packages provided by third-party property managers in connection with the month and quarter-end close.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for monthly general ledger close. Assist with preparation of financial statement consolidations and compilation of GAAP and tax basis financial statements for various reporting entities.</p><p>• Prepare budget vs. actual variance reports. Assist in providing follow-up and documentation of significant variances.</p><p>• Assist with year-end audit and tax preparation, respond to external auditor and tax preparer requests and organize work paper documentation in connection with the year-end audit process.</p><p>• Assist with processing monthly capital calls and distributions, including preparation of wires, investor notices and underlying accounting entries.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation and timely submission of debt compliance materials to lenders.</p><p>• Support the company's Asset Management team with preparation of property-level financial analysis.</p><p>• Assist with special projects assigned by management.</p><p> </p>
