We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team in Itasca, Illinois. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to oversee multiple projects while fostering collaboration across business, technology, and operational units. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in project management methodologies to drive efficiency and ensure successful outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and oversee a portfolio of 20+ projects, ensuring they remain on track, within budget, and aligned with organizational goals.<br>• Facilitate communication and collaboration across siloed business units, building strong relationships with stakeholders.<br>• Evaluate current processes and identify opportunities for improvement to enhance project workflows.<br>• Utilize Smartsheets to track project progress, manage timelines, and generate reports.<br>• Act as a liaison between business and IT teams to ensure alignment and address challenges effectively.<br>• Introduce agile principles where applicable while operating in a primarily waterfall environment.<br>• Provide regular updates and insights to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.<br>• Develop and maintain a structured approach to project planning and execution.<br>• Foster a culture of teamwork and shared objectives among diverse departments.<br>• Support the establishment and maturity of the Project Management Office (PMO) within the organization.
We are looking for a skilled Project Manager/Sr. Consultant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a long-term contract opportunity ideal for an individual who thrives in dynamic environments and has a strong background in IT project management. The role involves overseeing complex projects and ensuring their successful execution while collaborating with cross-functional teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead change management efforts across all phases of application projects, ensuring smooth transitions and successful outcomes.<br>• Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and budgets to align with organizational goals.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives, ensuring all requirements are met.<br>• Utilize Agile Scrum methodologies to manage and track project progress effectively.<br>• Implement and maintain project management tools, such as Atlassian Jira, to enhance workflow and communication.<br>• Manage risks and issues proactively, providing solutions to keep projects on track.<br>• Facilitate regular meetings and status updates to ensure transparency and alignment among team members.<br>• Ensure compliance with certification standards and organizational policies.<br>• Coordinate with technical teams to ensure seamless integration of Workday or similar systems.<br>• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to team members to foster growth.
<p><strong>IT lead MES engineer</strong></p><p><strong>ONSITE 5 DAYS - Tuscaloosa, Alabama</strong></p><p><br></p><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 dedicated Remote Administrative Assistant to provide high-level administrative and operational support to executives and client teams within a dynamic organization. This position requires someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities effectively. As this is a contract-to-permanent role based in Chicago, Illinois, you will play a vital role in ensuring seamless coordination of schedules, communication, and project execution while working collaboratively with stakeholders across different time zones.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage executive calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics to ensure efficient time management.</p><p>• Organize and oversee travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation.</p><p>• Facilitate the preparation of client-facing materials, such as meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-up reports.</p><p>• Track key deliverables, action items, and compliance documentation to maintain project accuracy and accountability.</p><p>• Collaborate on event planning and invitations, ensuring timely execution and attention to detail.</p><p>• Ensure consistent communication with clients and stakeholders, addressing inquiries and prioritizing tasks effectively.</p><p>• Support routine billing and administrative processes, including conflict-check procedures under guidance.</p><p>• Maintain and update process documentation, providing basic reporting as required.</p><p>• Coordinate with team members across multiple locations to ensure smooth operations and alignment.</p><p>• Assist executives with ad-hoc projects and requests, demonstrating flexibility and proactive problem-solving.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 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><u>Job description</u></strong></p><ul><li>Accounts payable set up purchase orders, enter invoices, obtain approvals from project managers, follow up on problem invoices/vendor credits. Collate invoice with checks. Maintain subcontractors certificates of insurance</li><li>Enter weekly payroll in Sage & ADP, distribute reports to project managers for approval. Track time off, apprentice union raises</li><li>Assist with tracking cash flow and change order collection</li><li>Log, track all orders, deliveries, invoices and payments</li><li>Process sale and use/lease tax</li><li>Prepare budget entry in the online system</li><li>Service dispatch, billing, and collections. Provide customers with certificates of insurance</li><li>Order office supplies and equipmentMedical/Dental, 401k & time off</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented <strong>Claims Administrative Assistant</strong> to provide administrative support to the Claims Department. This role supports Claims professionals, the department leader, and the team as a whole, ensuring efficient operations and timely communication. The ideal candidate is organized, resourceful, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. This position offers a salary of $75,000-$78,000, full benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, commuter benefits, life insurance, disability coverage, EAP and paid time off. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and organize correspondence, billing reports, narrative and statistical reports, and legal case summaries.</li><li>Distribute memos, reports, communications, and case summaries to appropriate stakeholders.</li><li>Upload, maintain, and update case files in the Passport Claims electronic system.</li><li>Coordinate and schedule internal and external meetings, appointments, and conference calls.</li><li>Arrange travel, including transportation and lodging, when required.</li><li>Prepare, submit, and reconcile expense reports.</li><li>Assist with department-wide projects and initiatives.</li><li>Handle general inquiries from external parties; route calls and messages to appropriate Claims personnel.</li><li>Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Seeking an intelligent and strategic Executive Assistant!.This position will provide strategic and some personal support to the CEO of a Global Investment Firm in Chicago. This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree and will work 4 days in the office and 1 day remote. Client offers a very impressive benefit package, including rich health benefits, dental, vision, short and long term, life insurance, commuter benefits, 401k, PTO, and generous bonuses. Salary target is $120,000-$145,000</p><p>For immediate confidential consideration, reach out to Connie Stathopoulos</p><p>This is a Direct Hire Permanent opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>CEO Support</p><ul><li>Serve as the principal executive assistant to the CEO: manage calendar and expenses, prioritize commitments, manage conflicts, and streamline workflows</li><li>Oversee travel logistics (domestic/international), itineraries, meeting preparation, and on-site support.</li><li>Work with the COO / broader Operations group to ensure operational alignment, and manage interlock points between strategy and execution.</li><li>Anticipate needs in advance, ensuring the CEO is fully prepared for every meeting and engagement.</li><li>Support administrative aspects of special and high-priority initiatives</li><li>Oversee CEO email and correspondence management: monitor and organize the CEO’s inbox,</li><li>Coordinate and plan leader-focused events: manage the logistics and execution of high-profile leadership gatherings, ensuring seamless planning, alignment with executive priorities, and a professional experience for all participants.</li><li>Manage calendar aspects of the CEO’s personal and external commitments including the CEO’s service on outside boards and professional organizations and some limited personal travel and appointments - ensuring seamless integration with company responsibilities and minimizing scheduling conflicts.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Board of Directors Support</p><ul><li>Support Board of Directors calendar and administrative activities including scheduling needs. </li><li>Plan and execute board and committee meetings: logistics, material compilation, and distribution.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Key Competencies & Attributes</p><ul><li>Strategic orientation, anticipatory thinking, and ability to understand the business and connect strategic direction to operational execution.</li><li>High levels of initiative, autonomy, and resourcefulness.</li><li>Exceptional judgment in prioritization, escalation, and decision-making under ambiguity.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills; able to operate credibly with board members, investors, senior leadership, and the operations team.</li><li>Meticulous attention to detail.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $155,000-$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 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><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, revenue recognition, project accounting, intercompany, payroll, and fixed assets. </li><li>Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP. </li><li>Manage corporate overhead accounting, including tracking, analysis, and strategic allocation of corporate expenses to business units. </li><li>Maintain a high level of data integrity and consistency in financial reporting across entities and functions. </li><li>Develop and maintain robust financial policies, accounting procedures, and internal documentation in line with best practices and regulatory expectations. </li><li>Identify and drive process improvements, finance transformation initiatives, and ERP system optimization.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with FP& A, Tax, Legal, HR, and Operations to support decision-making and ensure alignment of financial strategy. </li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $150,000 - $165,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Oversee accounting operations including general ledger, consolidations, revenue recognition, project accounting, intercompany, payroll, and fixed assets. </li><li>Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP. </li><li>Manage corporate overhead accounting, including tracking, analysis, and strategic allocation of corporate expenses to business units. </li><li>Maintain a high level of data integrity and consistency in financial reporting across entities and functions. </li><li>Develop and maintain robust financial policies, accounting procedures, and internal documentation in line with best practices and regulatory expectations. </li><li>Identify and drive process improvements, finance transformation initiatives, and ERP system optimization.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with FP& A, Tax, Legal, HR, and Operations to support decision-making and ensure alignment of financial strategy. </li></ul>
We are looking for a dedicated Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to executives and board members. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in managing schedules, organizing travel arrangements, and coordinating important events. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and maintain executive calendars, ensuring all meetings, appointments, and deadlines are accurately scheduled.<br>• Organize and coordinate travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation for executives and board members.<br>• Facilitate logistics for executive meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing materials, and ensuring all required resources are available.<br>• Handle event coordination for board meetings and other organizational gatherings, ensuring seamless execution.<br>• Prepare detailed rooming lists and itineraries for multi-day events, ensuring all arrangements are tailored to participants' needs.<br>• Act as a point of contact for board members, addressing inquiries and resolving scheduling or travel-related issues.<br>• Ensure all communications are clear, timely, and aligned with organizational standards.<br>• Assist with administrative tasks to support executive operations, including document preparation and expense reporting.<br>• Work independently while following established guidelines to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure the successful completion of projects and initiatives.
<p>On Behalf of our client we are looking for an experienced Office Manager to oversee administrative, and payroll functions in their office located in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This role requires a detail oriented individual who can manage office operations, construction background, and maintain organizational efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses strong multitasking abilities and demonstrates expertise in payroll administration, and office management.</p><p><br></p><p>Compensation: $65,000-$90,000</p><p>Monday-Thursday Onsite 7:00am-3:00pm</p><p>Friday Onsite 7:00am-12:00pm (get paid full day)</p><p>Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO </p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily office operations, including reviewing and distributing mail</p><p>• Ensure compliance with business licensing requirements </p><p>• Prepare and organize subcontractor agreements </p><p>• Assemble AIA billing forms when required G702 and G703</p><p>• Set up job files and accounting summaries for new projects, collaborating with project managers to prepare billings.</p><p>• Process monthly billing, assemble required forms for invoicing, and prepare waivers for payments.</p><p>• Record deposits, manage vendor payments, and ensure accounts payable are up to date.</p><p>• Balance company financial accounts and handle payments for expenses such as utilities, rent, and insurance.</p><p>• Record field personnel labor hours weekly, prepare payroll, and ensure payroll taxes and union dues are accurately processed.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to work closely with the CFO to ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting and financial data across our organization and subsidiaries. This hands-on role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, GAAP expertise, and the ability to manage day-to-day accounting operations while supporting strategic financial reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and thrives in a collaborative environment where they can make an immediate impact with potential grow into a Controller opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>Manage month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed assets, prepaid(s) and accruals, revenue recognition and</p><p>financial statement preparation.</p><p>-Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and preparing financial statements</p><p>-Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual audited financial statements for subsidiary companies</p><p>-Conduct account analysis and reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies</p><p>-Manage fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, and revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP</p><p>-Prepare budgets and forecasts to support strategic planning initiatives</p><p>-Provide ongoing financial reporting and analysis to support management decision-making</p><p>-Deliver actionable insights through variance analysis and financial modeling</p><p>-Prepare all workpapers and documentation for external auditors during annual audits</p><p>-Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal, state, and local financial regulations and tax laws</p><p>-Establish, monitor, and enforce internal controls to protect company assets</p><p>-Partner with other departments to provide accounting support and guidance on financial matters (hands-on approach)</p><p>-Work effectively with the CFO, colleagues, and external stakeholders to maintain constructive working relationships</p><p>-Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed</p><p>-Ability to work in small team, collaborative environment</p><p>• Location: Lincolnshire, IL 60069 (100% onsite)</p><p>• Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:00am–5:00pm</p><p><br></p><p>Salary: $100,000–$120,000 + potential discretionary bonus</p><p>Benefits:</p><p>• 15 PTO days + paid holidays</p><p>• Medical, Dental & Vision</p><p>• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability</p><p>• 401(k) with company match</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $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>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><ul><li>Develop the annual IT audit plan, including the annual risk assessment, in collaboration with Internal Audit leadership</li><li>Assess, manage and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity</li><li>Manage a portfolio of assigned audits and related activities, including staffing, scheduling, and coordination with the client to ensure the timely completion of the plan.</li><li>Oversee IT audits, including cybersecurity, cloud, system access controls, system implementation life cycle, and data governance</li><li>Develop audit programs and testing procedures in accordance with widely accepted IT auditing and cybersecurity standards (e.g., COBIT, NIST, CIS, CSA)</li><li>Manage and monitor the progress of the audit engagement, prioritize the workload of the audit team, and identify and escalate to the Director of Internal Audit any necessary changes to the audit as the engagement progresses</li><li>Draft complete audit reports with minimal oversight that clearly and concisely describe issues identified during the audit engagement</li><li>Ensure audit engagement quality, including adherence to Global IIA Standards and Internal Audit Department policies and standards</li><li>Deliver reviews and projects on time, within agreed budget, and in accordance with IIA Standards</li><li>Drive cross-functional assurance and compliance initiatives (such as risk assessments, monitoring approach, etc.) with other functions</li><li>Manage audits with a collaborative tone ensuring a constructive environment is maintained between the audit team and the audit client</li><li>Establish and communicate recommendations to mitigate current and emerging internal and external risks, ensuring appropriate escalation and reporting of issues impacting operations to address strategic, business and compliance objectives</li><li>Build successful relationships with client management to provide value-added consultation to influence and strengthen operational efficiencies and effectiveness, promote appropriate risk management awareness and mitigation, and provide opportunities for cost savings, and standardization and globalization of processes</li><li>Coach and manage junior staff effectively on assigned audits and projects</li><li>Contribute to the positive and team-oriented culture by maintaining cooperative relationships (assisting other project teams when necessary), facilitating the resolution of conflicts, sharing information, and accepting and providing feedback</li><li>Manage special projects as requested by management</li><li>Leverage data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness and provide insights into operational risks and efficiency opportunities</li><li>Assist the Director of Internal Audit in developing key risk indicators (KRIs) to monitor financial, operational, and IT risks.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this role is $155,000 - $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>Upgrade your new year with a role that pays more, and respects your work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>As our Sr Accounting Manager you will report to the NA Accounting Director. You will lead the accounting operations of specific business units and activities. You will manage a team of accounting professionals, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, and improving projects.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Team Leadership & Development: Lead a diverse team of accounting professionals across multiple sites, encouraging a collaborative culture. Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide ongoing feedback and development opportunities.</li><li>Close Process Management: Oversee the accounting close process to ensure accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and JBT Marel standards. Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews, oversee audits, and ensure the integrity of financial transactions.</li><li>Process Improvement & Strategy: Lead strategic projects for the Accounting CoE, focusing on standardization, optimization, and process improvement. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and, leveraging technology and automation tools.</li><li>Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing: Collaborate with CoE leadership to lead process enhancements and facilitate knowledge sharing and cross-training within the team. Share and implement best practices in accounting with other leaders.</li><li>Project Management & Technology Implementation: Lead close improvement initiatives, develop project plans, and coordinate efforts. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of accounting software and ERP systems to improve operations.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></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 for this position is $170,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reporting and analysis, including variance and profitability analysis, and produce comprehensive management and board reporting packages. Present written analysis to articulate key drivers, trends, and insights.</p><p>• Develop and maintain annual budget and rolling forecast models, ensuring alignment with operational and financial goals. Regularly track and assess project performance and communicate results effectively to key stakeholders, including senior leadership and the Board of Directors.</p><p>Operational Performance & Metrics Analysis:</p><p>• Conduct detailed analysis of operational drivers that impact company margin, including sales, contribution margins, operational expenses (OPEX), and delivery metrics (e.g., service tickets, labor hours, project timelines).</p><p>• Provide root cause analysis and present findings and actionable insights to leadership to drive business improvements.</p><p>Process Improvement & System Integration:</p><p>• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of financial planning processes, systems, and tools, including business intelligence solutions.</p><p>• Take a proactive role in leading process improvement initiatives and system enhancements, including the integration of any new forecasting tools into the business operations.</p><p>Strategic Financial Modeling & Cross-Functional Collaboration:</p><p>• Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives, including customer pricing, labor staffing, and cost optimization.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional teams across operations, sales, and leadership to ensure financial insights are integrated into business strategies and build strong working relationships with stakeholders to foster a collaborative environment.</p><p>Team Leadership & Development </p><p>• Lead and mentor 1 Financial Analyst, providing training on financial reporting and analysis while fostering a collaborative team environment.</p><p>• Provide hands-on leadership to promote continuous learning and deepen financial acumen.</p><p>• Balance day-to-day execution with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the Analyst's success while maintaining your own individual deliverables. </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $90,000 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>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>· 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.</p><p>· Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues.</p><p>· Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.</p><p>· 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.</p><p>· Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller’s Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals.</p><p>· Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p><strong>POSITION SCOPE </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 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.</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>
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our CPA firm in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers the opportunity to lead tax-related operations, ensuring compliance with regulations while optimizing processes and supporting clients' diverse financial needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in accounting systems and tax provisions, as well as a proven ability to manage complex projects and guide a team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee tax compliance processes to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.<br>• Manage annual income tax provisions and provide strategic recommendations for tax efficiency.<br>• Utilize advanced accounting software systems, including CaseWare and CCH ProSystem Fx, to streamline operations.<br>• Coordinate auditing processes and ensure thorough reviews of financial statements.<br>• Lead efforts in entity formation, guiding clients through tax-related implications.<br>• Provide expertise in handling sales tax compliance and reporting.<br>• Collaborate with clients to develop tailored tax strategies and address specific financial challenges.<br>• Supervise and mentor team members, fostering attention to detail and maintaining high performance standards.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes and implement solutions to enhance accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Stay updated on evolving tax laws and regulations to ensure proactive compliance.
We are looking for a skilled Contracts Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have expertise in contract management and procurement processes, with a focus on terms and conditions. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders and vendors to ensure seamless contract administration and procurement activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Issue and manage purchase orders while ensuring compliance with organizational terms and conditions.<br>• Review and negotiate contract terms to align with company standards and requirements.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders and project managers to facilitate procurement processes and address contract-related needs.<br>• Communicate effectively with vendors to gather necessary information for purchase orders and contract negotiations.<br>• Provide guidance on terms and conditions to support contracting and procurement activities.<br>• Maintain accurate and organized documentation related to contracts and purchase orders.<br>• Ensure timely resolution of issues related to procurement and contract administration.<br>• Support the development and implementation of procurement strategies to enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to agreed-upon contractual obligations.
<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>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><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $145,000-$150,000 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 SEC Reporting 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><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>- Supervise key aspects of the SEC and FERC reporting process, including drafting disclosures, processing changes, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the document, maintaining quarterly list of disclosure items and coordinating with the printer.</p><p>- Interact with Business Units, Controller's Group, Investor Relations, Treasury, internal and external legal counsel, and the internal and external auditors to accomplish goals and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of information exchange.</p><p>- Research and appropriately apply new accounting pronouncements; benchmark SEC filings from other companies.</p><p>- Complete key financial and disclosure controls to ensure a strong control environment.</p><p>- Assist as appropriate in the supervision of staff accountants, including the review of information prepared to ensure completion of tie-out binders, checklists, etc.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $130,000-$135,000 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>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>This position requires the individual to have the ability to work effectively with external auditors, divisional business finance leaders and other functional members of the US Accounting COE team. </li><li>Review, process, gather, and compile accounting transactions and documents throughout the month for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with general accounting principles and established internal control policies and procedures. </li><li>Ensure 100% month-end close completeness each month for the revenue team. </li><li>Ensure complete reconciliation of balance sheet accounts while properly classifying revenue transactions for management reporting requirements. </li><li>Ensure financial integrity and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close processes. </li><li>Review journal entries and other month-end close tasks for the revenue accounting team. </li><li>Collaborate with other divisions and departments to accomplish goals and resolve issues. </li><li>Enhance and improve processes. This department is constantly looking to improve efficiency of processes and files. </li><li>Knowledgeable of external auditor requirements (e.g. PCAOB requirements, internal control documentation requirements)</li><li>Perform internal controls</li><li>Provide training and mentorship to other team members</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>This company is located in the western suburbs near Oak Brook, IL; however, the opportunity is fully remote.</p><p><br></p><p>The Senior Financial Accounting Analyst will be primarily responsible for budgets and variance analysis, month-end closing, and reporting monthly and annual financial results. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><p>•Support the Business Unit's financial operations by providing timely and accurate reporting and business analysis that will be used to better enable the division to grow the profitability of the business line</p><p>•Prepare and coordinate budgets, business plans and forecasts</p><p>•Be the SAP business process owner for the PS (Project Systems) module</p><p>•Coordinate finance activities for month end, year-end, etc.</p><p>•Apply appropriate revenue recognition to the projects</p><p>•Analyze trends and data used in preparing forecasts of expenses and cash flows for the division</p><p>•Review and analyze financial results and variances from budget and make suggestions for improvements or cost savings</p><p>•Review and investigate general ledger information and provide appropriate charge numbers</p><p>•Provide both month-to-month financial data and trends and explain financial processes to engineering staff</p><p>•Assist in the preparation of business cases for fixed asset acquisitions</p><p>•Assist in financial presentations for Divisional office</p><p>•Prepare costing and billing analysis for CEO department manager presentations. </p><p>•Other duties as required</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications/Requirements:</p><p><br></p><p>•Bachelor's Degree in business, finance or accounting</p><p>•CPA Designation preferred</p><p>•Strong US GAAP knowledge </p><p> Knowledge of Canadian GAAP a plus </p><p>•A minimum of 5-7 years of experience at a senior level in an accounting department.</p><p>•Advanced knowledge/experience working with SAP is required (PS, SD, FICO)</p><p>•Requires a strong knowledge of accounting, finance and economics</p><p>•Requires knowledge of business systems, controls and reporting systems</p><p>•Requires experience in budgeting, accounting policies and procedures, systems and costing</p><p>•Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills</p><p>•High degree of attention to detail and ability to self-check work required.</p><p>•Ability to handle multiple priorities with attention to detail and an ability to work independently</p><p>•Proven ability to respond within short time constraints and meet deadlines, while maintaining accuracy</p><p>•Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel</p>
<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><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>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Managing the month end close process from beginning to end</li><li>Ownership of monthly financial reporting and maintaining business metrics to evaluate the company’s performance at a consolidated and terminal level</li><li>Identify and establish best-practice accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Review of balance sheet account reconciliations and income statement review to ensure proper account coding and accrual practices</li><li>Manage weekly financial dashboards for management reporting</li><li>Oversee treasury function and collaborate with treasurer on banking specific projects and ad hoc requests</li><li>Manage Roadtex accounting team and communicate effectively with various team members</li><li>Collaborate with the corporate office for ad hoc requests including the corporate FP& A team for financial metrics, data requests, and forecasts</li><li>Fulfill documentation requests for audit and other compliance (business, legal, and insurance) requirements</li><li>Reconciliation between TMS (ERP) system and accounting system</li><li>Assistance with accounting software integration and process mapping</li><li>Collaborates across functions including IT and operations to recommend solutions, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement projects to increase productivity and automation</li><li>Creating a culture of continuous improvement for the accounting functions</li></ul><p><br></p>
