We are looking for a skilled Part Time Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers an exciting opportunity within the real estate industry and is structured as a Contract to permanent position. With a focus on managing financial transactions and ensuring accuracy, this position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in accounts receivable and real estate experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage accounts receivable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate recording of payments.<br>• Handle cash applications and oversee daily cash activity to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Manage commercial collections, including contacting clients to resolve outstanding balances.<br>• Perform billing functions, ensuring invoices are prepared and sent in compliance with company policies.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to review and reconcile financial discrepancies.<br>• Maintain organized records of financial transactions for audit and reporting purposes.<br>• Provide regular updates on accounts receivable status and assist in improving collection processes.<br>• Utilize industry-specific knowledge to address real estate-related financial matters effectively.<br>• Support the team with ad hoc financial tasks as needed.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000 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>Job Description:</strong> </p><p> </p><p>The A/R Specialist will manage the timely and accurate collection of customer receivables for the Organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the collection, processing, and reconciliation of outstanding receivables. position supports the Company’s objectives through building relationships with customers, working cross-functionally with departments and monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor the accurate and timely generation of customer invoices, ensuring compliance with established billing policies and procedures.</li><li>Review and verify the accuracy of invoices and other billing documents.</li><li>Maintain consistent communication with contact(s) at customer to ensure prompt payment and resolve any outstanding payment issues.</li><li>Reconciliation of assigned customer accounts to identify and address discrepancies or variances.</li><li>Investigate and resolve customer inquiries related to billing discrepancies or account issues.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reporting, including aging analysis and collection forecasts.</li><li>Monitor and track customer payment trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities for process improvement.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and financial reporting.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.</li><li>Stay up to date with industry best practices and regulations related to accounts receivable and billing.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 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 in the Services industry, based in Chicago, Illinois, and we are actively searching for a diligent Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role centers around providing top-tier support for account management, enhancing cash flow through detailed reporting and analysis, and implementing processes to track E-billing progress and reduce overdue balances.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Efficiently process customer credit applications and maintain precise records of customer credit</p><p>• Directly liaise with clients to respond to queries, provide reports, and resolve invoice discrepancies and receivable issues</p><p>• Collaborate with the billing department and attorneys to address billing and collections problems</p><p>• Actively track E-billing progress, including status reporting and resolving short-paid and rejected invoices in conjunction with the Billing department</p><p>• Contribute to the creation of best practices for E-billing monitoring, collections, and A/R management to optimize processes</p><p>• Assess delinquent accounts and suggest resolution strategies</p><p>• Handle daily processing and posting of client payments</p><p>• Coordinate with attorneys on payment-related issues, ensuring proper allocation of payments</p><p>• Process suitable credits, write-offs, and discounts on client invoices</p><p>• Prepare and monitor A/R dashboards and reports, including aging, reconciliation, and collections reports</p><p>• Carry out ad hoc reporting and other assigned tasks and projects.</p>
<p><em>The salary for this position is up to $100,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.</em></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><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><strong>Skills/Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills</li><li>Working knowledge of various Ebilling platforms, including: ASCENT, LSS, TyMetrix, Legal-X, Legal Tracker, etc. </li><li>Working knowledge of PCLaw or similar billing application</li><li>Ability to work well under pressure, i.e., managing conflicting and fluctuating deadlines, and effectively prioritizing multiple tasks of equal urgency and importance with minimal supervision</li><li>Experience in effective problem-solving, actively using sound judgment in decision-making processes</li><li>Ability to handle confidential matters discreetly, in a mature and responsible manner conducive to the position</li><li>Effective communication skills, including the ability to be courteous in handling situations patiently and tactfully, with all audiences including partners, associates, staff and external clients and vendors</li><li>Experience with troubleshooting minor technology issues, including hardware and software</li><li>Ability to occasionally work more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position; may require irregular hours</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $95,000 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>Position Summary</u></strong></p><p>The Accounting Manager maintains superior attention to detail while managing multiple objectives concurrently. The following details are not definitive and subject to change based on organizational needs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Management of day-to-day accounting operations and ensure processes are efficient.</li><li>Preparation of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close.</li><li>Accounts Payable: Supervise accounts payable functions – invoices, reconciliations, weekly payments, and vendor relations.</li><li>Accounts Receivable: Manage accounts receivable processes including billing, payments, review, analysis, and follow up.</li><li>Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements and employee reimbursements.</li><li>Prepare and enter required journal entries and other account reconciliations as needed.</li><li>Oversee the general accounting processes for inter-company, fixed assets, depreciation, CIP, bad debt, interest, and capital leases.</li><li>Evaluate new and existing customers for credit worthiness and limits. Analyze credit history and information related to applications for credit and overdue/delinquent accounts</li><li>Responsible for all collection activities including follow-ups with attorneys and outside collection agencies regarding legal activities. </li><li>Manage vendor contracts, insurance policies, licenses, and permits for both business entities.</li><li>Lead for internal and external audits to ensure full cooperation and compliance with all qualified requests.</li><li>Maintain strong internal control environment to safeguard assets, improve profitability, and manage business risks.</li></ul><p> </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>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Accounting Associate. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.</p><p><br></p><p>We are offering an exciting opportunity in Chicago, Illinois, for an Accounting Associate who will have a pivotal role in our team. As an Accounting Associate, your primary focus will be on transactional duties related to Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), as well as assisting with special projects. This role is based in a dynamic environment, where you will be processing client payments, coding invoices for payment, and managing company credit card processing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Oversee the application and research of client payments and the preparation of deposits</p><p>• Process and apply coding to invoices for payment</p><p>• Assist in the management of Employee Expense and Company Credit Card processing</p><p>• Prepare and enter related journal entries accurately</p><p>• Manage and maintain accurate customer credit records</p><p>• Assist the Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects as necessary</p><p>• Ensure all processing and reporting deadlines are met</p><p>• Utilize skills in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Billing, Data Entry, Invoice Processing, Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, SAP.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Global Billing Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves overseeing a dynamic billing department, including the management of a team of seven professionals, and ensuring the efficiency of global billing operations. This is a Contract-to-Permanent position that requires expertise in billing systems and outsourced team management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage a team of seven billing professionals to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices.<br>• Oversee global billing operations while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.<br>• Collaborate with outsourced teams to streamline billing processes and improve operational efficiency.<br>• Utilize Salesforce and PeopleSoft to manage billing systems and ensure seamless integration of data.<br>• Monitor accounts receivable processes to optimize cash flow and reduce outstanding balances.<br>• Develop and implement strategies to enhance monthly billing cycles and reporting accuracy.<br>• Analyze billing data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.<br>• Ensure effective communication and coordination between internal teams and external partners.<br>• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
<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><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><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 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>Summer is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy this beautiful weather? 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>Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage a high volume of bills per month and meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience with various e-billing vendors (e.g., CounselLink, Bottomline Legal eXchange, Tymetrix, Collaborati, Legal Solutions Suite, Legal Tracker, etc.) and LEDES file knowledge required to perform duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to preparing and submitting bills, budgets, and timekeeper rates according to client requirements.</li><li>Management of timekeepers and coordinate/process appeals as required.</li><li>Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split billing, preparation, submission and troubleshooting of electronic bills).</li><li>Monitor outstanding Work in Process (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) balances. Collaborate with billing attorneys to ensure WIP is billed on a timely basis and AR balances are collected withina reasonable period. Follow up with billing attorney and client on all aged AR balances.</li><li>Follow up on collections as directed by either Attorneys or Accounting leadership in support of meeting firm’s financial goals.</li><li>Review and edit prebills in response to attorney requests.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Research and analyze deductions and provide best course of action for balances.</li><li>Process write-offs following Firm policy.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, staff, and clients.</li><li>Assist with month-end close as needed.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Assume additional duties as needed or assigned</li></ul><p> </p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75,000 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>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 desired candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is detail-oriented, well organized, and can manage competing priorities while meeting constant deadlines.</p><p>Specific job responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform the accounts payable cycle to ensure timely payments of invoices to vendors, from receipt of invoices to finalizing payments, including:</li><li>Enter invoices into the accounts payable system (SAP Concur).</li><li>Gain the proper business and financial statement knowledge to administer accurate coding of each invoice, including expense categorization, approval workflow, and other applicable fields necessary for business reporting.</li><li>Assist with monitoring the accounts payable email inbox.</li><li>Prepare batch ACH and check runs, as well as wire transfers.</li><li>Ensure payment success and that all invoices are accounted for in the general ledger and the accounts payable system.</li><li>Investigate and resolve issues associated with invoice processing internally with business owners and externally with vendors.</li><li>Provide support during mergers and acquisitions, including assistance with integration of merger firm accounts payable processes and new vendor onboarding.</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment status of invoices and other ad-hoc requests.</li><li>Review and approve employee expense reimbursement reports, including verification of mandatory documentation and expensing coding accuracy.</li><li>Review, code, and reconcile monthly corporate credit card transactions.</li><li>Assist with IRS 1099 compliance and reporting.</li><li>Assist with monthly tasks, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and determining appropriate accruals.</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including depositing checks, posting receipts, and researching discrepancies.</li><li>General accounting assistance: scanning, organizing, and filing accounting documentation, opening and sorting mail for the accounting team.</li><li>Special projects or ad-hoc requests, as required.<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This is a part time contract to permanent position, offering an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong financial skills to contribute to our accounting operations. The ideal candidate will excel in maintaining accurate financial records, handling reconciliations, construction experience and supporting project-based accounting activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Complete monthly reconciliations for loans, credit cards, and bank accounts to ensure financial accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain and update financial records, including general ledger entries, in an organized and timely manner.</p><p>• Assist with project-based accounting tasks, including cost tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Generate ad hoc financial reports and handle administrative accounting duties as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations and project managers to verify the accuracy of financial data and ensure alignment with company goals.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks Online and Desktop to manage bookkeeping and financial processes efficiently.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies while maintaining high attention to detail.</p><p>• Contribute to the improvement of financial processes and workflows within the department.</p>
We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this Contract-to-permanent position, you will play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of our organization within the financial services industry. This role offers an excellent opportunity to utilize your accounting skills while contributing to the efficiency and accuracy of the department.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Reconcile bank statements to ensure financial records align with account balances.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks to manage and maintain financial data and reports.<br>• Accurately code invoices and verify all supporting documentation for payment processing.<br>• Perform data entry tasks to ensure financial records are up-to-date and error-free.<br>• Assist in preparing and reviewing financial reports for accuracy and compliance.<br>• Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies and provide necessary documentation.<br>• Maintain organized and secure records of financial transactions.<br>• Support month-end and year-end closing activities as needed.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description </u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position</strong></p><p>This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. <strong>This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team</strong>. This position will have a close working relationship with the accounting, payroll, and finance team members as well as leadership throughout the organization.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities and core functional areas</strong></p><ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Accounting Manager/Supervisor to join our team in Des Plaines, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee critical accounting functions, ensure the accuracy of financial records, and support the preparation of financial reports. This position offers an excellent opportunity to lead a team, implement process improvements, and contribute to the financial health of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with the Controller to set financial goals and prepare monthly financial statements, including profit and loss reports and balance sheets.</p><p>• Oversee the accuracy and efficiency of daily accounting operations, such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash reconciliations.</p><p>• Review and resolve discrepancies in financial reports, ensuring all entries and documentation are accurate before distribution.</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entry approvals, accruals, and proper revenue and expense allocation.</p><p>• Develop expertise in all accounting functions by cross-training in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and payroll.</p><p>• Coordinate and oversee sales tax reporting for both product sales and purchases, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.</p><p>• Supervise fixed asset accounting, including depreciation schedules and reconciliations to the general ledger.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of year-end financial reports, including inventory valuation and general accruals, and support the annual financial audit process.</p><p>• Identify training needs within the accounting team and implement programs to enhance skills and cross-functional knowledge.</p><p>• Monitor changes in accounting standards and tax regulations to ensure compliance and identify potential opportunities or issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include:</p><ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Vision insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Disability insurance</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Salary: $70-80k</p><p>Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k</p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Billing Analyst to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee critical billing operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial processes. You will play a key part in managing accounts receivable and collaborating with various departments to maintain efficient workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and process invoices for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable operations, including tracking payments and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Utilize billing software such as Aderant to streamline billing processes and maintain records.</p><p>• Provide exceptional support to export customers by addressing inquiries and resolving billing issues.</p><p>• Analyze and report on billing data to identify trends and optimize financial procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely processing of invoices and payments.</p><p>• Maintain accurate documentation of all billing activities for audit and compliance purposes.</p><p>• Assist in legal billing tasks to support the firm's financial operations.</p><p>• Monitor and improve billing workflows to enhance overall efficiency.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and company policies within all billing activities.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to manage essential financial operations and ensure seamless payment processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to handling accounts payable tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all responsibilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper account coding and compliance with company policies.<br>• Manage payments through various methods, including Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers and check runs.<br>• Reconcile vendor accounts to address discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to verify invoice details and resolve any payment-related issues.<br>• Maintain thorough documentation of transactions and ensure proper filing for audit purposes.<br>• Monitor accounts payable aging reports and prioritize payments accordingly.<br>• Assist with implementing and improving accounts payable processes to increase efficiency.<br>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company guidelines in all payment activities.<br>• Support month-end close activities by providing accurate accounts payable data.<br>• Communicate effectively with vendors and stakeholders to address inquiries and build positive relationships.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will support our finance department by managing various accounts payable tasks and ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a keen eye for detail.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.<br>• Perform account coding for invoices and other financial documents.<br>• Manage payments through various methods, including ACH transfers and check runs.<br>• Utilize SAP to maintain and update accounts payable records.<br>• Conduct three-way matching to reconcile purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.<br>• Scan and organize financial documents for proper record-keeping.<br>• Address vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.<br>• Assist in preparing reports related to accounts payable activities as needed.
<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>High-End Firm looking to build new team quickly due to rapid expansion.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Primary Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>The Manager of Operations Accounting is responsible for the day-to-day management of the team accountable for providing transactional accounting services (including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and other business operational accounting). They will also have operational responsibility over certain systems that are key to the accounting team success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><ul><li>Directs and oversees the daily accounting operations for accounts receivable collection, billing, and accounts payable teams.</li><li>Strong knowledge of AP practices, including but not limited to managing payment runs, including checks and ACH, managing corporate purchase card program, and managing 1099-year end compliance.</li><li>Act as the liaison between accounting and business operations for business licensing requirements and other compliance requirements.</li><li>Review outgoing payments to ensure they are compliant with financial policies and procedures.</li><li>Ensures month end activities, relevant to this function, are completed on schedule and with accuracy.</li><li>Ensures all suppliers are paid in accordance with agreement terms and coded accurately before being transferred to the general ledger.</li><li>Identify, establish, and document internal controls relevant to this function.</li><li>Assists in the design and implementation of process improvements, including standardization, enhancements and potential automation of existing processes and systems.</li><li>Independently organizes and oversees efforts and activities for the team; manages, coaches and mentors staff.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$80,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Spring will be here before you know it! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the warm weather when it gets here? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position</strong></p><p>This role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities and core functional areas</strong></p><ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Customer Experience Specialist to join our team in Elmhurst, Illinois. In this role, you will handle customer interactions, manage inquiries, and ensure smooth order processing to support our operations in the railroad transportation industry. This is a long-term contract opportunity, ideal for someone with a passion for providing exceptional customer service and a knack for building strong relationships.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare accurate and competitive price quotations for both prospective and existing customers.<br>• Process and enter customer orders into the enterprise resource planning system, ensuring all required documentation is attached.<br>• Respond promptly to inquiries about pricing, orders, shipments, deliveries, and invoices, providing accurate and helpful information.<br>• Serve as the primary liaison between customers and internal teams, fostering strong and effective working relationships.<br>• Maintain and update customer and order information in the system, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.<br>• Attend industry meetings and trade association events to stay informed about market trends and opportunities.<br>• Assist with accounts receivable collections by collaborating with customers to resolve outstanding payments.<br>• Identify and report market opportunities while addressing potential challenges that could impact business operations.<br>• Handle incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate team or individual efficiently.<br>• Support administrative tasks such as filing sales order documentation and organizing records.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $72,000 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><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable invoices (PO & NON-PO) in accordance with policies, procedures, and SOX compliance. Investigate and resolve problems associated with the processing of invoices. Identify and prioritize processing of invoices earning vendor discounts.</li><li>Perform daily reconciliation of freight and contract shop invoices imported into AP’s system from different ERP systems. Process invoices from the error log created by AP’s scanning software. Perform vendor statement reconciliations. Perform periodic analysis of duplicate, open, and unpaid invoices.</li><li>Process and complete all scheduled payment runs. Coordinate payment activities with Treasury, according to the prescribed process, including resolving payment issues. Analyze the payment proposal to ensure electronic methods are maximized. Ensure remittance information is accurate, including routing and account information for electronic payments.</li><li>Special projects</li><li>Maintain all aspects of the vendor master files. This includes set-up, changes, and deactivations of vendors. Assist with monthly reporting and audits. Perform monthly vendor master change review. Lead efforts in resolving IRS B-notices and perform backup withholding where applicable.</li></ul><p><strong>Typical Decisions</strong></p><ul><li>Determine which inquiries are beyond the scope of the Accounts Payable position and direct them to the appropriate department.</li><li>Ensure invoices have the appropriate approvals and documentation.</li><li>Coordinate invoice resolution of PO invoices with the appropriate individual to correct any quantity, pricing, or goods receipt issues.</li><li>Verify all payments are complete and accurate.</li><li>Determine which vendors are more suitable for the virtual credit card program versus ACH/EFT.</li><li>Identifying & prioritizing invoice processing for earning maximum discounts.</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>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>
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team on a contract basis in Wayne, Illinois. In this role, you will handle a variety of financial tasks, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our accounting processes. This position requires a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and proficiency with QuickBooks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Reconcile accounts accurately and efficiently to ensure financial records are up to date.<br>• Perform minor general ledger tasks and assist with maintaining financial accuracy.<br>• Create and manage monthly accounting processes from start to finish, ensuring all necessary steps are completed.<br>• Update and maintain work orders to keep records organized and accessible.<br>• Develop comprehensive monthly checklists to streamline future bookkeeping processes.<br>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with precision.<br>• Manage bank and general ledger reconciliations, as well as handle payroll processing.<br>• Track fixed assets and prepare detailed depreciation schedules.<br>• Oversee the work of entry-level bookkeepers and accounting clerks to ensure quality and accuracy.<br>• Perform month-end closings and prepare trial balances to finalize financial reports.
