<p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director with expertise in compensation strategies to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role, based in Chicago, Illinois, focuses on overseeing HR functions such as Talent Acquisition, year-end reviews, and HR Administration. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of HR systems and processes to deliver effective solutions that align with organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage and oversee the People Operations team (2 direct reports), ensuring consistent support and guidance across all HR functions during the leave period.</li><li>Lead critical year-end processes, including performance reviews, compensation planning, and initiatives related to learning and development, talent management, and organizational culture-building.</li><li>Serve as a trusted strategic advisor on HR matters such as performance management, employee engagement, talent development, and workforce planning.</li><li>Develop, refine, and document scalable HR practices to benefit the organization beyond the coverage period.</li><li>Take ownership of compensation management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and best practices.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Benefits available to contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k)plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information.</p><p> </p><p>The position is based in Chicago, IL with a 100% remote work model!</p><p>Apply today! Step forward and embrace the challenge to make a difference. Robert Half invites you to be part of an exciting journey.</p><p> </p><p> </p>
<p><strong>Marketing Project Manager - Ongoing Job Opportunity</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Marketing Project Manager with a passion for overseeing dynamic creative campaigns and productively collaborating across multidisciplinary teams? Whether you're searching for project-based opportunities or aiming to expand your portfolio, we’re compiling professional profiles to connect talented individuals like you with businesses seeking excellence in marketing operations and strategic execution.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>As a Marketing Project Manager, you will lead marketing projects from conception to delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Your role will involve coordinating resources, driving team collaboration, and optimizing workflow timelines, all while holding quality benchmarks and performance standards. This role is not tied to a specific employer but can be matched to varying opportunities across industries requiring your skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Project Planning:</strong></p><ul><li>Define project goals, scope, deliverables, and timelines.</li><li>Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones tailored for marketing deliverables.</li><li>Allocate resources, ensuring alignment with project needs and budgets.</li></ul><p><strong>Team Coordination:</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the key liaison between creative teams (designers, writers, developers) and marketing stakeholders.</li><li>Assign tasks and responsibilities while tracking progress across all contributors.</li><li>Oversee collaboration across departments like marketing, sales, and external vendors.</li></ul><p><strong>Communication:</strong></p><ul><li>Foster clear and consistent communication with all project stakeholders.</li><li>Deliver updates, project progress reports, and flag roadblocks promptly.</li><li>Ensure proper documentation of decisions, changes, and next steps for clarity and transparency.</li></ul><p><strong>Execution and Delivery:</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor the progress and quality of creative campaigns or deliverables.</li><li>Enforce strict quality control standards for assets such as branding, design adherence, and messaging.</li><li>Manage the revision process while seamlessly integrating feedback and approvals.</li></ul><p><strong>Budget and Resource Management:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee budgets allocated for marketing campaigns or creative projects.</li><li>Track expenses and ensure cost-effectiveness and financial accountability.</li><li>Negotiate and manage relationships with external agencies, freelancers, and vendors as applicable.</li></ul><p><strong>Performance Measurement:</strong></p><ul><li>Define key performance indicators (KPIs) for respective campaigns and projects.</li><li>Analyze data linked to engagements, ROI, lead generation, or other metrics.</li><li>Present post-project evaluations with actionable insights for future improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></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>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, with a focus on maintaining the integrity of financial processes and facilitating month-end close activities. This role involves managing a team, implementing process improvements, ensuring compliance, and providing valuable insights to internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and lead the accounting department, supervising basic accounting functions including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), Payroll (P/R), General Ledger (G/L), and tax payments.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives within the accounting department to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries and monthly general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Assist in establishing and documenting internal controls to maintain a robust control environment, overseeing adherence to control procedures.</li><li>Monitor and assess departmental activities, optimizing procedures and resource allocation while upholding a high level of precision.</li><li>Lead the development and growth of the accounting team, providing coaching, performance management, and development planning.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Finance, Planning & amp; Analysis (FP& A) to provide analysis, support, and insights to internal stakeholders and executive leadership.</li><li>Generate supporting schedules for audits and tax-related activities, ensuring accurate and timely information.</li></ul>
<p><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>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is just around the corner’ and ‘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><ul><li>Management of all financial accounting functions of the firm.</li><li>Leads the firm's budgeting and expense management processes, including the development of annual operating budgets and financial projections and periodic variance review</li><li>Ensures the accuracy of monthly financial reporting and assists external CPA in the preparation of financial reports</li><li>Manages all daily accounting functions: bank reconciliations, cash receipts/accounts receivables</li><li>Handles partner distribution, payroll, 401k administration, benefits administration, and expense report management</li><li>Supervises Accounting Assistant in the Accounts Payable and Billing functions</li><li>Works closely with Accounting Consultant in London client billing</li><li>Works closely with Office Manager in human resource and benefits and facilities and vendor contract management</li><li>May participate in the strategic planning of operations</li><li>Management of all billing functions of the firm.</li><li>Tracks and reports on timekeeper hours</li><li>Prepares prebills and reviews edits by billing partner(s)</li><li>Verifies the accuracy of billing entries and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepares invoices for submission to clients via various Ebilling platforms or by email, dependent on client requirements</li><li>Monitors accounts receivable and collection efforts</li><li>Submits budgets per client requirements</li><li>Works closely with billing partners on bill appeals</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled IT Auditor to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, IL. In this role, you will play a critical part in evaluating and improving IT systems, processes, and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who excel in an analytical and focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive audits of IT systems, applications, and processes to identify areas of risk or non-compliance.</p><p>• Evaluate and test IT General Controls (ITGC) to ensure proper safeguarding of organizational information.</p><p>• Develop and execute audit programs tailored to assess the effectiveness of IT systems and procedures.</p><p>• Document audit findings in a clear and concise manner, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure audit objectives are met and compliance standards are upheld.</p><p>• Apply frameworks such as CobiT to assess the maturity and effectiveness of IT governance processes.</p><p>• Monitor the implementation of corrective actions resulting from audit findings to ensure timely resolution.</p><p>• Provide insights and strategies to enhance IT security, operational efficiency, and risk management.</p><p>• Stay updated on emerging IT audit practices and regulatory requirements to maintain expertise in the field.</p>
<p>Are you a skilled <strong>Systems Developer and Administrator</strong> looking to make a significant impact by designing, managing, and optimizing our enterprise systems? We are searching for an experienced and dynamic professional to take ownership of our <strong>ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), MIS (Management Information Systems), and CRM (Customer Relationship Management)</strong> platforms, ensuring they are seamlessly integrated, highly functional, and support key business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>ERP/MIS/CRM Administration</strong>: Maintain, configure, and support the organization's ERP, MIS, and CRM systems to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.</li><li><strong>Development and Enhancements</strong>: Design, develop, and implement solutions, upgrades, and customizations to meet evolving business needs.</li><li><strong>System Integration</strong>: Work collaboratively across departments to integrate enterprise systems with other business applications, ensuring data accuracy and streamlined processes.</li><li><strong>Troubleshooting and Support</strong>: Provide hands-on system troubleshooting and timely resolution of issues reported by end users.</li><li><strong>User Training and Documentation</strong>: Conduct training for system users, create comprehensive documentation, and act as the go-to resource for employees with system-related questions.</li><li><strong>Data Security and Best Practices</strong>: Ensure ERP/MIS/CRM platforms comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal security policies.</li><li><strong>Reporting and Analytics</strong>: Develop complex reports and dashboards that provide actionable insights to enhance decision-making for leadership teams.</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $190,000 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><u>Position Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Work with Senior Leadership Team and Financial Leadership Team to understand the company’s vision and strategy and develop integrated EPM vision and strategies that are aligned with the company's overall strategic initiatives and financial objectives</li><li>Facilitate the establishment of daily, weekly and monthly reporting requirements</li><li>Give significant input to the development of company enterprise structure required to achieve reporting requirements and coordinate with finance and IT resources towards implementation of a transaction systems all the way through EPM reporting systems</li><li>Participate in the selection and configuration of EPM reporting tools consisting of 1) Actual Consolidation, 2) Planning and Forecasting, 3) Workforce Planning, 4) Long Range Planning (3 to 5 years), 5) Integrated Management Reporting and 6) External / SEC Reporting among others [tools currently being implemented are Tagetik and SAP’s SAC]</li><li> Create the vision and strategies for actual, plan / forecast and long range planning reporting</li><li>Establish financial standard reports to assure “one version of the truth”</li><li>Create and govern required reporting Master Data Management (MDM) Change Control processes (for entities, profit centers, cost centers, chart of accounts, standard reporting formats among others) as part of the Enterprise Master Data Governance program.</li><li>Establish links between various transformation initiatives and business strategies using methods/approaches such as capability assessment, business/financial analysis, process management and re-design, organizational assessment and stakeholder management</li><li>Contribute with financial specific expertise in establishing governance program conducted by the Master Core Data Team.</li><li>Support acquisition integration efforts by developing/enhancing playbook activities and repeatable processes for efficient and timely integration of financial data</li><li>Provide direct oversight for the management and prioritization of key projects and milestones. Responsible for overall project/program quality assurance</li><li>Provide thought leadership to ensure program objectives are achieved and stakeholders are aligned</li><li>Work directly with key stakeholders and business partners to drive improvements in core financial processes such as close/consolidations; planning, budgeting and forecasting; and management reporting</li><li>Foster continuous improvement mindset to drive change, improve access to critical information and enhance decision support capabilities across finance</li></ul>
<p><em>The salary for this position is up to $160,000 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>Summary</strong></p><p>The International Accounting Manager is a key member of our Accounting and Tax professionals, significantly contributing to the Firm’s global expansion. This position oversees all accounting operations for the Firm’s foreign subsidiaries and offices, including transfer pricing analyses, annual budget deliverables, cash flow analyses, account reconciliations, financial statements, and various tax filings. The International Accounting Manager owns all international firm-wide business initiatives and projects. Additionally, this role oversees Latin American rates and financial reporting. As part of a team dedicated to process improvement, this position also has the opportunity to eliminate inefficiencies and identify solutions to maximize results. Also, this role has opportunities to collaborate with professionals outside of the Accounting team, including Real Estate Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, and various others.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Responsibilities </strong></p><p>· Oversee financial transactions and reporting for foreign subsidiaries in Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Chile, branch offices in South Korea and Brazil, and any new international entities.</p><p>· Review and analyze financial statements monthly, providing commentary to senior leaders of the Accounting team.</p><p>· Coordinate with local offices to assist with financial planning and budgeting processes, including revenue forecasting, operating expense tracking, cash management, and rate setting.</p><p>· Monitor the company's US budget related to global investment initiatives.</p><p>· Own the global transfer pricing process between the company's US and related entities.</p><p>· Monitor cash flow regularly to understand short-term and long-term cash flow needs.</p><p>· Review general ledger account reconciliations monthly, including intercompany reconciliations, to ensure completeness and accuracy. Also, assist with enhancing automation of high-volume account reconciliations.</p><p>· Oversee the monthly close processes, including review of journal entries.</p><p>· Ensure adherence to international accounting standards and regulatory requirements, including local statutory audits and tax filings.</p><p>· Manage international tax planning and compliance, including sales and use tax, VAT, personal property tax, and other business tax filings.</p><p>· Oversee foreign currency transactions and manage exchange rate risks.</p><p>· Prepare ad-hoc reports for senior management to support business decision making.</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>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘When is it okay for me to start making everything pumpkin spice flavored?’ and ‘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>The Accounting Manager supervises all general accounting functions. Responsibilities will include the coordination of daily accounting operations, directing the monthly close process, coordinating the entity’s treasury operations and the preparation of accurate GAAP basis monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. Specific job duties will include:</p><ul><li>The coordination of daily financing activities with the Company’s operations team, various mortgage loan brokers, title companies, and warehouse lenders. </li><li>The preparation of quarterly operating and cash forecasts, and various financial analyses as requested from time to time by the Company’s Controller.</li><li>General supervision of the accounting team including assisting where necessary with daily general ledger posting activities. This will include the preparation of interest rate lock derivative calculations, various pricing analyses, sales commission and production bonus calculations, and the periodic mark-to-market valuation of the loans held for sale inventory.</li><li>Reviewing and maintaining all balance sheet reconciliations, and ensuring that all intercompany account balances and all bank account balances are reconciled.</li><li>Working with accounting team to document policies and procedures, and to establish proper controls to deter fraud.</li><li>Responsible for accurate financial management reporting including consolidated financial statements when appropriate.</li><li>Responsible for disbursements review and control, including payroll, shared services, debt reporting, lender covenants, and income tax reporting. </li><li>Helping to train, develop and build the accounting team, providing guidance as needed. </li><li>Working with a third party valuation company to independently value retained mortgage servicing rights. </li><li>The ability to read and to comprehensively discern the appropriate accounting recognition of various legal agreements including MLPAs, AMAs, and forward purchase and sale agreements. </li><li>Effectively and efficiently coordinate the distribution of financial information to support regulatory compliance reporting and field examinations by warehouse lenders, tax professionals, independent audit firms, and various other third party professionals. </li><li>Provide direction and supervision over: 1) The Monthly Accounting Close Process and recognition of revenue, 2) Reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts to various corporate business units. 3) Administration of treasury functions with Corporate and BU accounts.</li><li>LOS System (Encompass), GL System (NetSuite), Document Management System.</li><li>Needs to be very well organized, and know where all supporting information is located. </li><li>Directs and coordinates all loan transfers to the servicing group.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team in Carol Stream, Illinois. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring smooth payroll and benefits administration, supporting employee training programs, and contributing to talent management processes. The position also involves assisting with onboarding, offboarding, and maintaining compliance with safety standards.</p><p>This position will report to the Human Resources Manager and will work on-site M-F and pay is $70k-$75k. Client offers medical, dental, vision, 401k with a match, PTO, critical illness, pet insurance, short and long term disability. Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos</p><p> </p><p>Duties and responsibilities:</p><ul><li><strong>Payroll / Benefits:</strong></li><li>Serves as back-up to Payroll and Benefits Administrator.</li><li>Performs pre-payroll and post-payroll processing in Paylocity for 100 multi-state employees</li><li>Maintains employee benefits including enrollments, qualifying events, and terminations in Employee Navigator</li><li>Assists with leave administration including FMLA, STD, LTD, ADA accommodations, and personal unpaid LOA</li><li><strong>Training:</strong></li><li>Reviews, tracks, and documents training records in Paylocity.</li><li><strong>Talent Management: </strong></li><li>Assists HRM with<strong> </strong>the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions.</li><li><strong>Onboarding / Offboarding</strong></li><li> Initiates new hire orientation; acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications. Coordinates and schedules first week orientation and training.</li><li> Initiates offboarding of departing employees; schedules exit interviews and disseminates to appropriate personnel.</li><li><strong>Occupational Health and Safety</strong></li><li>Site safety inspections.</li><li>Injury management; coordination with WC carrier</li><li>Submission of safety compliance information for service visits</li><li><strong>Will perform other duties as assigned:</strong></li><li>Policy interpretation and administration</li><li>Assistance with compensation projects</li><li>Entering data and maintaining integrity of Paylocity information</li><li>Assistance with company-wide events</li><li>Assistance with performance management administration</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary for this position is up to $145,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid Financial Planning & Analysis Manager role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p> </p><p>Upgrade your summer with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assess & Establish Financial Framework: Familiarize yourself with the company’s financial systems, operational processes, and key performance metrics. Begin developing key financial models and establish reporting standards.</li><li>Build Relationships: Collaborate with key stakeholders (finance, operations, and senior leadership) to understand their needs and priorities. Initiate the creation of a foundational reporting package for monthly and quarterly financial reviews.</li><li>Identify Quick Wins: Evaluate the current financial processes and identify areas for immediate improvements, such as automating routine reports or optimizing the forecasting process.</li><li>Optimize Reporting & Forecasting Processes: Establish and standardize the company’s monthly and quarterly reporting cadence. Enhance financial forecasting models to improve the accuracy of projections and reflect key operational drivers.</li><li>Lead Data Analytics & BI Tool Integration: Partner with IT to enhance existing analytics in Salesforce and implement PowerBI dashboarding to enhance reporting capabilities and provide more in-depth, data-driven insights for decision-making.</li><li>Strategic Financial Planning: Collaborate on long-term strategic financial planning, leveraging deep insights to advise on growth opportunities, pricing models, and cost optimization strategies across the business.</li><li>Develop a Culture of Financial Accountability: Foster a strong financial discipline across all departments by providing consistent insights, training, and resources to help teams make informed financial decisions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
Robert Half is looking for an Accounting Manager for a manufacturing client in the northwest suburbs. This role is critical in overseeing financial processes, ensuring compliance, and driving operational efficiency within a dynamic production environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes.<br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Manage and oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, cost accounting, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, and financial reporting.<br>Analyze and report on manufacturing costs, inventory, and variances to optimize financial performance and operational efficiency.<br>Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes, preparing financial statements in compliance with GAAP and company policies.<br>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate financial trends, support budgeting and forecasting, and improve ERP system utilization.<br>Maintain compliance with financial regulations, audits, and reporting requirements, including adherence to SOX controls.<br>Supervise and develop the accounting team by upskilling, reskilling, and mentoring employees to address skills gaps and drive growth.<br>Partner with leadership to implement AI tools, automation, and process improvements to enhance financial decision-making and reduce costs.<br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.<br>5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including previous public accounting and at least 2 years in a managerial role within the manufacturing sector<br>Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.<br>Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.<br><br>This position offers a salary range of $115,000-$130,000 plus bonus and comes with a full benefit package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, holidays)<br><br>If interested, please contact Brian Keating at 331-264-5688.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $125,000-$130,000 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>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Sweater Weather is here!’ and ‘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><u>Payroll Manager Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>· Manage Americas region payroll team and oversight of payroll operations to ensure accurate and timely payroll to employees.</p><p>· Establish and monitor key payroll KPI’s.</p><p>· Develop and implement standard Americas region payroll policies and procedures where appropriate.</p><p>· Ensure all required country reporting and payroll tax filings are done timely and accurately.</p><p>· Ensure payroll operations are performed in compliance with company policies, country, state/province, and local laws.</p><p>· Responsible for the Americas region team's accurate and timely payrolls are in compliance with local tax and labor regulations, including supplemental or non-recurring pay runs, and ensuring timely tax deposits.</p><p>· Manage monthly payroll close and prepare for management reporting.</p><p>· Perform analytical reviews of payroll information to ensure accuracy, including but not limited to bi-weekly payroll, PTO (bereavement leave, vacation/holiday, sick time, etc).</p><p>· Provide hands-on support for all payroll reconciliations in support of payroll processing and month-end close activities.</p><p>· Review all US Quarterly and Annual Tax filings, including Forms W-2, addressing any exceptions and errors prior to finalization with ADP.</p><p>· Prepare for and manage payroll related audits (workers compensation, 401K, etc).</p><p>· Verify that all garnishments and levies are completed in accordance with the law.</p><p>· Coordinate with appropriate internal and external parties to ensure compliance.</p><p>· Develop and maintain in-depth understanding of payroll requirements unique to Americas region to support compliance and serve as a resource to other internal departments.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Office Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and inclusive environment, working closely with university offices and nonprofit organizations. The role requires someone with strong organizational, communication, and event planning skills. This is a <strong>part time role</strong> requiring 15 - 20 hours a week to start, and could grow in time towards more hours.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including maintaining supplies and handling administrative tasks.</p><p>• Coordinate logistics for events and meetings, including booking transportation, accommodations, and catering.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and ensure timely processing of invoices and payments.</p><p>• Support social media activities by monitoring posts and collaborating with content creators.</p><p>• Prepare accurate budgets for events and maintain detailed documentation of expenses.</p><p>• Liaise with university offices and external partners to ensure smooth scheduling and communication.</p><p>• Research and organize resources for events, ensuring all logistical needs are met.</p><p>• Handle receptionist duties, including greeting visitors and managing incoming communications.</p><p>• Assist with special projects, including growth marketing initiatives and lead management.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records and reports to support team operations and decision-making.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to join our team in Kenosha, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee financial operations for a manufacturing facility, ensuring accurate reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. You will collaborate with plant leadership to drive strategic initiatives, maintain positive employee relations, and provide actionable financial insights.</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>• Prepare comprehensive financial reports to forecast business activity and evaluate operational expenses.</p><p>• Lead the development and review of budgets, ensuring proposals are supported by accurate documentation.</p><p>• Advise management on insurance coverage to mitigate property losses and liabilities.</p><p>• Oversee depreciation calculations for capital assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reviews.</p><p>• Manage the Finance Department, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.</p><p>• Partner with plant leadership to establish strategic goals and allocate resources effectively.</p><p>• Support capital project financial tracking and provide recommendations for improvement.</p><p>• Review production variances and material loss reports, offering actionable insights to management.</p><p>• Participate in plant initiatives focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is up to $145,000-$155,000 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>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>About The Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong>The Internal Audit Business Process Manager is part of the North America Internal Audit team, to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, identify and mitigate risks, strengthen internal controls, and improve business processes. This position also serves as a resource and advisor on process and control related matters. Excellent critical thinking, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to effectively and persuasively collaborate with all business and process areas are key components of this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> What You'll Accomplish</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in developing and executing the annual internal audit plan, aligned with the company’s strategic objectives, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Assist in developing and maintaining Internal Audit methodology documentation, including: testing approach and templates, work programs, and reporting templates</li><li>Assist in performing risk assessments to identify key business, operational, and financial risks and ensure effective mitigation strategies are in place</li><li>Manage the end-to-end SOX program including scoping, walkthroughs, operating effectiveness testing remediation and reporting</li><li>Assist control owners in understanding how to successfully document and retain evidence of Information Used in Control (IUC) / Information Produced by Entity (IPE)</li><li>Understand Segregation of Duties and support in risk identification, monitoring, mitigation, and remediation</li><li>Analyze SOC 1 (System and Organizational Controls 1) Reports to assess the service organizations internal controls over financial reporting and ability to meet control objectives</li><li>Oversee the execution of audit and advisory reviews, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting, ensuring agreed-upon audit objectives are met and audit missions are properly managed. Scope includes: control testing, financial audits, operational audits, IT audits, and compliance reviews for all North American business</li><li>Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership through oral presentations and written reports, effectively communicating results, areas of concern, and proposed corrective actions</li><li>Monitor and report on the status of action plans agreed by management, and provide periodic reports on the status of internal audit activities, results, and progress against the annual audit plan</li><li>Coordinate and communicate with the external audit team</li><li>Stay updated with changes in laws, regulations, and accounting standards to ensure compliance and recommend necessary adjustments to internal control systems and processes</li><li>Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors</li></ul>
<p>Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Our client, located near Hillside, IL is seeking an experienced EHS Coordinator to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team, where your contributions are valued and rewarded. If you’re passionate about workplace safety and environmental compliance, this opportunity offers the perfect combination of hard work and enjoyment.</p><p>The EHS Coordinator is responsible for ensuring organizational compliance with regulations and guidelines from OSHA, DNR, DOT, EPA, and other air quality divisions. This role involves collaborating with managers and employees to foster a culture of safe practices across the organization.</p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Update and review health and safety procedures as needed to stay aligned with regulations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations, as well as internal safety policies (e.g., OSHA, ANSI, NFPA, DOT, and fire department guidelines).</li><li>Develop strategies for improving key safety programs and practices.</li><li>Support and deliver safety compliance training sessions.</li><li>Identify regulatory requirements and permitting needs for new and modified processes, including air, waste management, stormwater, and green initiatives.</li><li>Create and oversee the implementation of safety plans to ensure day-to-day adherence.</li><li>Conduct regular reviews of safety observation reports to identify risks and areas for improvement.</li><li>Participate in safety walks and inspections to analyze workplace risks.</li><li>Lead the safety committee and educate employees on safety standards, expectations, and equipment operation.</li><li>Provide actionable recommendations to improve workplace safety.</li><li>Investigate onsite accidents to identify root causes and preventative solutions.</li><li>Collaborate with Human Resources to manage OSHA 300 logs.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive documentation of safety procedures, incidents, and related events.</li><li>Serve as a liaison between management and external safety agencies such as fire departments or insurance representatives.</li></ul><p>This role also includes additional duties as assigned.</p><p>Bring your passion for safety and compliance to this impactful role. Make workplace safety a top priority while contributing to a collaborative and positive team environment.Ou</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-$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>We are seeking a Compliance Associate to join our team in Elmhurst, Illinois. This role is pivotal in upholding our firm's adherence to regulations and policies, and will involve the use of various software systems to monitor business activities, maintain records, and aid in communication across departments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>• Utilize Sungard Protegent system for monitoring trading activity and real-time alerts.</p><p>• Ensure accurate and up-to-date record keeping for swift response to inquiries or audits.</p><p>• Contribute to the development, review, and upkeep of our Written Supervisory Procedures.</p><p>• Foster a culture of compliance and trading by working closely with senior management.</p><p>• Provide continuous support for registered investment advisors and representatives.</p><p>• Collaborate effectively with all departments, both independently and as part of a team.</p><p>• Review and approve marketing materials, including social media posts, to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Utilize CRM and ERP software systems to manage customer interactions and business resources.</p><p>• Use accounting software systems and perform accounting functions as required.</p><p>• Use communication and auditing skills to administer claims and produce clear reports.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this Corporate Tax Manager position is $130,000-$150,000 base, plus bonus land it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this Corporate Tax Manager hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>· Manage the preparation and review of foreign, federal, state, and local tax returns, estimates, and extensions</p><p>· Review and prepare the quarterly and annual tax provision, closing, and reporting processes, including provision calculations, and effective tax rate analysis</p><p>· Assists in documenting and maintaining transfer pricing and cross-border transaction models in accordance with the Company’s policies and coordinates with external advisors.</p><p>· Analyzes tax exposures, including determining appropriate tax reserves</p><p>· Conducts tax research and assists with implementing new accounting pronouncements with tax accounting implications.</p><p>· Acts as an internal resource for various operating functions, determining tax requirements and strategies to ensure compliance with all tax laws.</p><p>· Addresses inquiries, notices, and tax audits conducted by various governmental agencies.</p><p>· Projects and monitors sources and uses of cash taxes, including estimated tax payments.</p><p><br></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>Summary</strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager will be responsible for creating and maintaining cash flow reporting and projections, as well as covenant reporting to senior lenders and 3rd party equity partners. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential duties and responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the accounting integration of M& A transaction including purchase accounting, earn-out calculations, opening balance sheet and net-working capital true-ups.</li><li>Lead the tracking of investment including performance tracking and loan amortization calculations.</li><li>Create, maintain & modify general ledger reporting to support the business</li><li>Lead, motivate and develop a team of accounting professionals, specifically including AR / AP.</li><li>Perform weekly/monthly cash projections for rolling 15 months, including cash payments for investment hires, M& A and share repurchases. </li><li>Prepare lender compliance calculations, certifications and related schedules. This includes quarterly compliance along with permitted acquisition certifications.</li><li>Prepare 3rd party equity compliance calculations, certification and related schedules. Prepare monthly/quarterly reporting for 3rd party equity holder, including financial statements, data book and address questions as needed.</li><li>Prepare Stock Compensation entries related to M& A, Restricted Share grants/vesting, Option exercises/vesting as well as purchases & repurchases.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Sr. Software Engineer with expertise in Azure cloud security and infrastructure automation to join our team on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will help design and implement secure cloud solutions, develop automation tools, and enforce security best practices across Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C# development, cloud identity management, and policy-as-code techniques.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Design and develop automation tools using C# and .NET to enforce security policies in Azure environments.</p><p>• Implement security controls to harden Azure infrastructure and protect sensitive resources.</p><p>• Build and maintain tools that manage cloud access, including securing Service Principals and other identity elements.</p><p>• Contribute to the development of policy-as-code solutions using Azure-native technologies such as Azure Policy, Bicep, and Terraform.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve the organization’s cloud security posture.</p><p>• Analyze and address vulnerabilities within Azure environments to ensure compliance with governance standards.</p><p>• Provide guidance and expertise on Azure fundamentals and cloud architecture principles.</p><p>• Optimize cloud infrastructure for scalability, reliability, and security.</p><p>• Stay updated on emerging cloud security technologies and recommend improvements where applicable.</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>Sweater weather 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>In this role, you will be a key resource on the finance team through contributions to the general ledger closing process, leading transactional processes and participating in improvement projects .</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of global finance and general ledger reporting structure.</li><li>Perform as a key resource in the month end close process.</li><li>Prepare monthly general ledger account reconciliations.</li><li>Lead certain ongoing processes including vendor management.</li><li>Support administration of corporate card program and expense reporting software and related company policies.</li><li>Assist with the external financial statement audit.</li><li>Participate in process improvement projects within the finance team.</li><li>Reports to Senior Corporate Accountant, Assisting the Accounting Director, Tax Director, and other finance managers with cross-functional and compliance-based projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $105,000-$110,000 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><strong>Primary Duties: </strong></p><p>· Prepare, review and coordinate SEC and FERC filings, including the preparation of consolidated balance sheets, income statements and statements of cash flows and drafting and compiling disclosures and supplemental information. Prepare and review supporting financial schedules for the 10-Qs and 10-K to ensure adequate disclosures. Maintain tie-out binders to support all filings. </p><p>· Interact regularly with various teams throughout the organization as well as external auditors to coordinate the timely preparation and completion of external financial filings. Work closely with team members to ensure reporting issues are being properly addressed and communicated to business units and management. </p><p>· Participate in the preparation of board presentations, investor presentations and the earnings release. </p><p>· Participate in the XBRL tagging process ensure that appropriate tags are being utilized. </p><p>· Assist with projects related to the optimization of reporting procedures and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements. </p><p>· Perform special projects requiring technical accounting research and analyses of financial information as needed. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><p>· Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process. </p><p>· Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely. </p><p>· Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns. </p><p>· Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities. </p><p>· Work output has considerable impact on the work of other financial functions, reporting and decision making processes. Impact on earnings focuses on appropriate utilization / development of resources. </p><p>· Work with various parties, both within the Controllers Group as well as other areas of the company, to accomplish goals, resolve issues and enhance and improve processes. Contact with others requires tact and persuasiveness. </p><p>· Work is varied and somewhat difficult in nature, but usually involves limited responsibility. Requires moderate exercise of judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to select the most appropriate course of action. </p><p>· May participate in planning processes at project and departmental level. </p><p>· Work under minimal supervision. </p>
<p><em>The salary for this position is up to $110,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES</strong></p><ul><li>Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances. Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues. (40%)</li><li>Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements. (20%)</li><li>Prepare the monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for use in internal and external reporting. Assists in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with FP& A. (20%)</li><li>Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller's Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals. (10%)</li><li>Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP. (10%)</li></ul><p><strong>JOB SCOPE</strong></p><ul><li>Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.</li><li>Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.</li><li>Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns. </li><li>Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities. </li><li>Work output has considerable impact on the work of other financial functions, reporting and decision making processes. Impact on earnings focuses on appropriate utilization / development of resources. </li><li>Work with various parties, both within the Controller's Group as well as other areas of the company, to accomplish goals, resolve issues and enhance and improve processes. Contact with others requires tact and persuasiveness. </li><li>Work is varied and somewhat difficult in nature, but usually involves limited responsibility. Requires moderate exercise of judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to select the most appropriate course of action.</li><li>May participate in planning processes at project and departmental level.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Are you an experienced Creative Director seeking your next career opportunity? Robert Half is continuously looking for innovative Creative Directors to support our clients across various industries in the Chicago area. If you’re passionate about leading creative teams, driving impactful brand strategies, and pushing the boundaries of design and marketing, we want to hear from you!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As a Creative Director, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and directing the creative vision for our clients. From conceptualizing and executing campaigns to inspiring creative teams, you’ll ensure the delivery of exceptional content and branding strategies across multiple platforms. These opportunities are ideal for leaders who excel in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the <strong>conceptualization and execution</strong> of creative projects, including digital, print, video, and experiential campaigns.</li><li>Develop and maintain a strong, <strong>cohesive brand identity</strong> across multiple channels and platforms.</li><li>Lead and inspire teams of designers, copywriters, and other creatives, ensuring high-quality output within deadlines.</li><li>Collaborate with marketing, product, and strategy teams to design campaigns that align with business goals and deliver measurable results.</li><li>Present creative ideas and concepts to clients, stakeholders, or leadership teams, articulating the "why" behind the strategy.</li><li>Manage timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure projects run smoothly and efficiently.</li><li>Conduct research to stay ahead of industry trends, cutting-edge design techniques, and consumer behaviors.</li></ul><p><br></p>
