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Associate Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
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] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Description:· Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances.· Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues.· Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility.· Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.· 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.· Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller’s Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals.· Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP. POSITION SCOPE · Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.· Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.· Proactively notify Principal, Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.· Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding accounting activities.· 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.· 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.· 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.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $115,000-$120,000 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] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Set up and maintain tax workpapers and permanent files.</li><li>Prepare and review partnership, individual, fiduciary and information tax returns.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post period end, standard and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with analysis of general ledger accounts for 140-plus flow-through entities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of periodic investment activity reports.</li><li>Update bank activity for multiple accounts and report weekly.</li><li>Back-up for accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.</li><li>Maintain intercompany due to/from schedules.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and related journal entries.</li><li>Set up business and tax accounts with various governmental entities.</li><li>Project work as required.</li></ul>
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Salesforce CRM Data Governance & Account Quality Analyst

Westchester, IL
remote
Temporary / Contract
52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Salesforce CRM Data Governance & Account Quality Analyst to strengthen the integrity of customer account data in Salesforce for a Long-term Contract position based in Westchester, Illinois. In this role, you will help build reliable account data practices by reviewing records for accuracy, improving governance standards, and supporting scalable processes that enhance reporting, ownership alignment, and account visibility. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate data issues, validate account information, and recommend practical improvements that support consistent account management across the organization. Responsibilities: • Partner with business and operational teams to shape account data standards, required record attributes, and structured criteria for new account setup. • Analyze large Salesforce datasets to uncover duplicate records, incomplete account details, hierarchy conflicts, and other data issues affecting account quality. • Investigate recurring data problems, determine underlying causes, and document recommendations that strengthen ongoing data stewardship practices. • Verify company names, addresses, ownership assignments, industry designations, and parent-child relationships using internal references and external research sources. • Support duplicate management efforts by refining detection logic, evaluating merge candidates, and applying record consolidation guidelines to preserve the most reliable account data. • Carry out account remediation activities such as standardizing naming conventions, correcting ownership and hierarchy details, and resolving incomplete or inaccurate account information. • Maintain process documentation, governance procedures, and business rules related to account validation, duplicate review, and stewardship workflows. • Build dashboards, scorecards, and trend reporting to track data quality performance, remediation backlogs, and validation progress, then present insights to stakeholders. • Assist with exception handling and downstream impact reviews when account merges or record corrections require careful coordination across related processes.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$115,000 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]. You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. Job Description:<ul><li>Assist in the preparation of the quarterly external financial statements to ensure disclosures are complete and accurate, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Equity and Statement of Cash Flows</li><li>Prepare monthly internal management flash reports</li><li>Assist in the monthly close process by preparing monthly journal entries, including preparation of account reconciliations and other supporting schedules</li><li>Perform and document the company's annual goodwill and intangible impairment testing procedures</li><li>Rollforward quarterly financial statements in Workiva</li><li>Research new accounting pronouncements and document how these will impact the company</li><li>Research SEC and US GAAP guidance including performing peer research for various disclosures as necessary</li><li>Work with auditors to answer questions and resolve questions</li><li>Monthly/quarterly analytics over the financial statements</li><li>Prioritize projects in order to meet deadlines; ability to coordinate multiple aspects of key financial reporting deliverables in a timely fashion</li></ul>Relationships and People<ul><li>Develop and maintain relationships with third party consultants, external auditors, business partners across the company, including affiliate finance personnel, Corporate FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Global Shared Services and KPMG</li><li>Work with accounting personnel from domestic and foreign affiliates to resolve issues in a timely manner</li><li>Train and develop new staff in the department, as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 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]. Job Description: <ul><li>Oversee and manage the company’s revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP standards.</li><li>Develop, document, and enforce robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Work closely with sales, legal, and operations teams to review contracts and ensure proper revenue recognition.</li><li>Support month, quarter, and year end reporting activities for timely and accurate reporting</li><li>Prepare & review journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Actively participate in monthly balance sheet reviews working with the business and SSC</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting issues</li><li>Support OneStream reporting to ensure it is performed timely and accurately</li><li>Ensure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they are in accordance with US GAAP and company standards.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests, and participate in efforts to remediate audit and control findings.</li><li>Document standard operating procedures and instructions surrounding accounting procedures.</li><li>Share best practices in accounting practices with others in the Accounting CoE and support the Accounting Manager to implement them within the team.</li><li> Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead the team in implementing best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness across the close and reporting processes.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations.</li><li>Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Accounting Manager.</li></ul>
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is up to $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] 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. Responsibilities· Perform monthly close activities including but not limited to:· Prepare monthly financial reporting package to executive management· Work directly with the shared service center to manage and coordinate corporate month end close· Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries and account recs for the corporate general ledger· Field questions/support business unit finance leads with close and consolidation questions· Accounting and disclosure responsibility for and/or involvement in the following areas:· Share-based compensation· Derivatives and hedging (Fx and interest rate swaps)· LIFO inventory· Self-insurance reserves· Debt covenant calculations· Pension· Goodwill and intangible asset impairment analysis· Acquisition accounting· Maintain and update the company’s accounting policies specific to the above areas· Assist in coordinating and developing training materials for quarterly global accounting and finance updates
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary to Hire
33 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support a nonprofit organization through a contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role. This hybrid role combines one day onsite with four days remote and focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance obligations, and overseeing core accounting operations. The ideal candidate brings strong nonprofit accounting knowledge, hands-on payroll and general ledger experience, and the ability to manage revenue tied to government funding arrangements. Responsibilities:• Lead monthly close activities, including preparing entries, reviewing account activity, and finalizing timely financial results.• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accounting records are accurate, complete, and aligned with nonprofit reporting standards.• Track and manage incoming revenue, with particular attention to funding associated with government contracts and related restrictions.• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, and employee reimbursement processing to support smooth financial operations.• Process payroll for approximately 40 employees through ADP and verify accuracy for each pay cycle.• Complete bank and balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Prepare supporting schedules, organizational financial reports, and required documentation for compliance and audit readiness.• Use QuickBooks Online and Excel to analyze financial data, maintain records, and produce routine accounting reports. The salary range for this position is $33/hr. to $35/hr.. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Lisle, IL
remote
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to provide dependable financial support for a mission-focused organization. This Long-term Contract position is designed for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can step into daily accounting activities, help maintain continuity across the finance function, and work closely with the Controller and accounting team. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities independently while contributing to a collaborative environment. Responsibilities:• Manage routine accounting tasks by recording financial activity accurately and keeping underlying records current and well organized.• Support the general ledger through transaction review, account analysis, and the preparation of journal entries, accruals, and other period-end adjustments.• Contribute to monthly and annual closing activities by verifying balances, reviewing activity for accuracy, and helping finalize financial results on schedule.• Prepare reconciliations for bank and balance sheet accounts, research unusual variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Generate financial reports and respond to ad hoc analysis requests to improve visibility into operating results and key accounting trends.• Assemble audit schedules and supporting documentation, coordinate requested materials, and help maintain readiness for external review processes.• Maintain compliance with internal accounting practices and nonprofit reporting expectations by ensuring documentation is complete and properly supported.• Use Sage Intacct to build, update, and refine reports while assisting team members with data extraction and reporting needs. The salary range for this position is $30/hr to $35/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 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]. Job Description:<ul><li>Set up and maintain tax workpapers and permanent files.</li><li>Prepare and review partnership, individual, fiduciary and information tax returns.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements.</li><li>Prepare, review, and post period end, standard and adjusting journal entries.</li><li>Assist with analysis of general ledger accounts for 140-plus flow-through entities.</li><li>Assist with preparation of periodic investment activity reports.</li><li>Update bank activity for multiple accounts and report weekly.</li><li>Back-up for accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.</li><li>Maintain intercompany due to/from schedules.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset schedules and related journal entries.</li><li>Set up business and tax accounts with various governmental entities.</li><li>Project work as required.</li></ul>
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
36.575 - 42.35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to support key financial operations for a machinery manufacturing organization in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an individual who can manage receivables, assist with broader accounting activities, and contribute to accurate financial records across the department. The role requires strong communication, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively both independently and with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities: • Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on schedule, ensuring billing information is complete and aligned with company records. • Track open customer balances, follow up on outstanding payments, and help maintain healthy cash flow through consistent collection efforts. • Post incoming payments to the appropriate accounts and verify that transactions are applied correctly within the receivables ledger. • Perform reconciliations of accounts receivable records to confirm that payments, credits, and adjustments are properly reflected. • Investigate billing variances and partner with internal teams and customers to resolve account discrepancies in a timely manner. • Maintain organized and up-to-date customer account details to support accurate reporting and transaction processing. • Produce aging summaries and assist with reviewing past-due balances to identify trends and support collection priorities. • Contribute to additional accounting activities such as journal entries, general ledger support, accounts payable assistance, and bank reconciliations as needed. • Handle sensitive financial information with discretion and follow established standards for confidentiality and record integrity.
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 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] Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies. The focus of this position will be on the delivery of financial services to a set of individual clients through accounting, operational activities, and reporting. Job Description: <ul><li>Manage the personal accounting for a variety of the company’s clients, both individuals and trusts. This includes preparing journal entries and finalizing personal financial statements on a monthly basis. This also includes completing a quarterly reporting package with detailed financial analyses, for example, budget vs. actual spending summaries.</li><li>Within twelve months, recommend a new personal financial report, analysis, or graphic to be included with the quarterly reporting package for the individual or trust clients which you manage.</li><li>Manage the annual financial reporting, administration of grants, and recording of documentation for a private foundation. This includes preparation of federal and state tax filings and calculation of the required minimum charitable distributions.</li><li>Within six months, assume responsibility for the company’s cash management activities. This includes initiating weekly cash transfers on behalf of our business entities and individual clients, reviewing individual investor accounts for liquidity limitations, and coordinating monthly income distributions to individual clients.</li><li>Gather and organize all annual tax information necessary for the preparation of income tax filings for our clients.</li><li>Calculate quarterly estimated tax payments for individuals and trusts.</li><li>Prepare annual extension estimates of taxable income from underlying investments.</li><li>Participate in recurring calls with external service providers (public accounting firms).</li><li>Manage the tax compliance calendar and track the ongoing progress of annual tax returns for all entities.</li><li>Prepare tax returns to be reviewed and signed by the CFO (Individual x1, Trust x1, and a Private Foundation x1). Review tax returns prepared by external service providers (Corporations x2, Partnership x8, Individuals x4, and Trusts x27).</li><li>Work closely with CFO and President in any tax planning/modeling on behalf of our clients (e.g., estate planning, charitable tax planning, etc.)</li><li>Coordinate real estate tax payments, required annual state filings for LLCs, and draft responses to federal and state income tax notices, as needed.</li><li>Within six months, manage the annual calculation of after-tax investment returns for each of our underlying partnership investments (excluding private equity).</li><li>Complete a variety of ad hoc projects working directly with the company’s President, CFO, Client Service Manager, or other team members on an as needed basis. This might include projects related to Corporate and Partnership Accounting, Private Equity & Compliance, Payroll, Administration, Debt and Liquidity Planning, or other analyses requested by the company’s clients.</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant - Corporate

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
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]. Overview The Tax Group provides accounting, tax, financial management, legal and transaction support services to numerous individuals, trusts and entities holding proprietary, private equity and venture capital investments across a wide variety of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, insurance, life sciences, hospitality, healthcare and services, among others. The Senior Accountant position reports to the Managers in the Tax Group and provides a unique opportunity to develop and grow as a tax professional in a nurturing environment. Key Duties & Responsibilities • Prepares and reviews federal and state tax filings for partnerships, corporations, and individuals• Provides the first-level review of workpapers with the opportunity to consider and identify key tax issues that have not been identified by other teams• Performs research and analysis of critical tax issues and summarizes findings for the Tax Group• Utilizes technical expertise gained through tax research and analysis to recommend tax treatment for tax issues that arise during discussions with the Tax Group and other teams• Prepares and reviews foreign filings (Forms 5471, 8865, 926, FBAR), tracks foreign filings, and documents analysis to support positions taken for foreign filings• Interacts with portfolio companies to assist with tax planning, structuring and administration.• Collaborates with other groups and develops relationships that are crucial to the success of the company's tax compliance season each year• Educates other teams through trainings as new tax reform topics and other tax issues become relevant• Collaborates with the IT team to produce and implement new technology and procedures that will increase efficiency in the tax return preparation process• Reviews notice response packages to send to various taxing authorities and assists with any federal, state and local tax audits
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $85,000-$100,000 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] Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Property Accountant. 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. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:<ul><li>Responsible for month-end, quarter end and year-end close activities from balance sheet and cash account reconciliations</li><li>Manage and accounts payable and receivable activities for assigned portfolio</li><li>Produce and manage variance reports</li><li>Reconcile monthly bank statements</li><li>Manage debt and debt payments</li><li>Prepare and review properly documented journal entries.</li><li>Assist with Budgets and Forecasts as needed, working with asset management and Finance leadership.</li><li>Assist with the calculation of fees (i.e. Management and Acquisition) as needed. Identify and implement process re-engineering opportunities.</li><li>Record cash receipts, receivables and other journal entries as appropriate.</li><li>Special projects and other functions as required by manager or client.</li><li>Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual property reporting accurately and on time.</li></ul>
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Lincolnshire, IL
onsite
Temporary to Hire
21 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in Lincolnshire, Illinois in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position focuses on maintaining accurate receivables, applying incoming payments, supporting commercial collections, and ensuring billing activity is completed with precision. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage daily accounts receivable activity, including tracking outstanding balances and keeping customer accounts current. • Post and reconcile incoming payments by accurately applying cash receipts to open invoices and account records. • Conduct commercial collection efforts through consistent follow-up with customers to reduce aging balances and improve cash flow. • Prepare and issue invoices while reviewing billing details for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company standards. • Monitor cash activity and investigate discrepancies between payments received and amounts due. • Support three-way matching processes by comparing purchase orders, invoices, and related documentation to confirm proper billing. • Process invoices and related transactions in a timely manner while maintaining organized financial records. • Partner with internal teams to resolve account issues, research payment variances, and address customer billing questions.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $120,000-$125,000 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] Time to fall into a job that role you've always dreamed of. Job Description:Successful candidates will be proactive, detail-oriented, collaborative, and capable of clearly communicating tax concepts. They should demonstrate strong analytical abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.<ul><li>Partner closely with Finance, Legal, and Operations at the company, and each vertical, to streamline cross-functional workflows.</li><li>Review federal and state income tax returns, K-1s, extensions, quarterly payments, and taxable income estimates.</li><li>Support growing verticals by coordinating nexus assessments and state/local registrations (DOR, sales/use, withholding/payroll, city/local as applicable) and build a complete compliance calendar to support the tax function.</li><li>Coordinating across various verticals and business units to ensure accurate and timely reporting and compliance.</li><li>Lead targeted multi-state sales & use tax research to confirm taxability and rates by jurisdiction; maintain a concise taxability matrix, and coordinate with Finance to keep exemption certificates current.</li><li>Assist in tax registrations, state filings, and obtaining necessary tax clearances for multiple entities.</li><li>Handle federal and state tax notices, including research, response drafting, and timely resolution.</li><li>Draft and review tax workpapers and documentation supporting compliance filings and audits.</li><li>Provide support on various consulting projects, including state tax research, property tax assessments, and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including coordination with external advisors and addressing investor tax-related inquiries.</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of processes to enhance compliance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Monitor legislative and regulatory developments to ensure timely compliance with state and federal tax requirements.</li><li>Support diligence processes related to acquisitions and transaction tax matters.</li><li>Manage administrative tasks within the tax function, contributing to the efficiency of internal processes.</li></ul>
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $120,000-$135,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Responsibilities:<ul><li>Calculate and report Section 1256 gains and losses, including mixed straddle adjustments and mark-to-market entries under Section 475(f).</li><li>Manage and reconcile tax treatment of short-term and long-term capital gains across multiple trading strategies and instruments.</li><li>Prepare and review Schedule K-1s for complex partnership structures, ensuring accurate allocations of income, deductions, and partner capital.</li><li>Perform detailed analysis of investment portfolios for tax characterization and compliance with IRS regulations.</li><li>Monitor tax law changes related to financial instruments and trading activity; provide guidance on implications for clients or firm entities.</li><li>Assist in tax planning, compliance, and strategy implementation for entities making Section 475(f) elections.</li><li>Review and document tax positions, supporting workpapers, and research memos.</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$110,000 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]. Job Description:• Maintenance and review of general ledgers, including preparation of accounting entries for the day-to-day transactions and other activity.• Preparation and review of electronic tax work papers and tax returns for individuals, foundations and partnerships, including analysis of tax issues.• Preparation and review of financial analysis such as tax projections, cash flow and liquidity planning and budgets.• Preparing and maintaining periodic reports, including personal financial statements for family members, private foundation financial reports, summaries of property expenses, valuable articles and insurance policies.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Plainfield, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
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] 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. PositionThis 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. Responsibilities and core functional areas<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>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Arlington Heights, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to support core accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial reporting for a commercial bank in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. This position works closely with senior leadership, including the Chief Financial Officer, and plays an important role in managing reconciliations, reporting cycles, and compliance-related financial activities. The ideal candidate brings sound accounting judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Manage daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting activities to ensure records are complete, timely, and accurate.• Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close process, including review of key general ledger accounts.• Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies.• Produce monthly financial statements and internal reports for leadership, committees, and the board.• Oversee accounts payable processing and perform related reconciliations to maintain accurate liability reporting.• Track fixed assets, monitor investment-related balances, and maintain supporting documentation for reporting purposes.• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data and assisting with analysis.• Support preparation of quarterly regulatory filings and assist with external audits, tax audits, and compliance reviews.• Help strengthen accounting procedures, controls, and policies to promote consistency and adherence to applicable standards.
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
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]. Job Description:Specifically, responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Prepare and record journal entries in GL related to fixed assets, leases, and accruals</li><li>Work closely with Treasury, Tax and international finance teams</li><li>Perform data balancing activities, reconciliation and analysis of related ledger accounts</li><li>Assist in the month end, quarter end, and year end close process</li><li>Provide audit support for quarterly and year-end audits</li><li>Prepares consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), general accounting process and internal control elements</li></ul>
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000 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]. 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. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist in the monthly/quarterly external and internal reporting processes which include:</li><li>Preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements</li><li>Preparation of quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K filings, including creating footnote disclosures and aggregating data</li><li>Preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements for the newly-formed joint venture</li><li>Preparation of reporting requirements from the joint venture partner for the managed long-term lease portfolio</li><li>Working closely with all business segments, tax, treasury, FP&A, investor relations, legal, and other departments to collect footnote materials</li><li>Preparation of schedules to be included in the quarterly earnings release and schedules to support preparation for the earnings call</li><li>Preparation of the quarterly presentation to the company’s board of directors, including coordination with the FP&A team on budget numbers</li><li>Monthly and quarterly analysis of financial statements for internal/external use</li><li>Work with external auditors, provide required support and address questions and follow ups timely</li><li>Improve our reporting process in our external reporting system</li><li>Update and improve disclosure and reporting documentation for increased efficiency</li><li>Assist in the monthly/quarterly accounting close for the Rail International Segment which includes:</li><li>Partner with the accounting departments at our foreign locations to form a collaborative, communicative relationship</li><li>Act as a liaison between the Chicago accounting team and the accounting departments at our foreign locations to ensure a full understanding of foreign operations and their implications on our consolidated accounting activities</li><li>Monitor activity at the Rail International holding entities, work with Tax and other departments to prepare and record journal entries at these entities</li><li>Ensure monthly activities are recorded in accordance with company accounting policies and prepare relevant journal entries</li><li>Prepare the monthly and quarterly reporting package including income statement and balance sheet variance analysis, key performance metrics, and statement of cash flows</li><li>Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Prepare the Rail International segment schedules to assist in the required disclosures for the 10-K, 10-Q and other reporting needs</li><li>Prepare financial statements for U.S. and international subsidiaries, US pension plans, governmental surveys, and other regulatory filings to be submitted to various agencies, work with external auditors and provide required support and documentation</li><li>Coordinate with accounting and technical accounting departments to research and implement new accounting standards and related reporting and disclosure requirements</li></ul>
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $95,000-$100,000, 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] Spring is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy it? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. Position Purpose: The Broker-Dealer Regulatory Reporter is responsible for compiling, analyzing, and submitting accurate regulatory reports to relevant agencies, including the SEC, FINRA and CME, ensuring the brokerage firm adheres to all securities trading regulations. Primary Responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Data Collection and Analysis: Gather trade data from internal systems, analyze trading activity to identify potential compliance concerns related to market manipulation, insider trading, best execution, and other regulatory requirements. </li><li>Report Generation: Prepare and submit various regulatory reports including daily, weekly, and monthly reports such as CFTC FORM 1-FR, FINRA FOCUS, and other required filings based on specific regulatory guidelines. </li><li>Compliance Monitoring: Monitor trading activity for potential violations of regulatory rules and internal policies, escalating issues to compliance officers when necessary. </li><li>Regulatory Updates: Stay informed about changes in securities regulations and industry best practices, updating reporting procedures accordingly. </li><li>Data Validation: Perform quality checks on data accuracy to ensure the integrity of regulatory reports. </li><li>Collaboration: Work with various departments including accounting, trading, compliance, operations, and legal to gather information and address regulatory concerns. </li><li>Audit Support: Assist internal and external auditors with regulatory reporting related inquiries. </li></ul>
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
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]. Position SummaryThe Senior Accountant is responsible for general ledger accounting; including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheets and income statement accounts and bank reconciliations. The Senior Accountant will also prepare tax workpapers and assist with the annual tax return filing process. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and assist with maintenance of general ledgers.</li><li>Process account receivables and account payables.</li><li>Process capital calls and distributions.</li><li>Assist in the preparation and distribution of financial statements and quarterly reports.</li><li>Reconcile and maintain balance sheet and income statement accounts.</li><li>Prepare tax workpapers (i.e. fiduciary, partnership, S-Corps., etc.) and assist with the annual tax return filing process.</li><li>Prepare schedules and provide support for external audits.</li><li>Assist with special projects assigned by management.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting team to meet company objectives.</li></ul>
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$110,000 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] 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 Senior Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks. 1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees2) They have higher bonus structures3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)5) And more… Accountabilities:<ul><li>Lead co-investment processes, including equity earnings and cash forecasting, ensuring resulting information is timely, complete and accurate.</li><li>Maintain accounting and financial records, including general ledger activity.</li><li>Serve as main liaison with the company to provide timely co-investment reporting, including cash forecasts, board books, and investor specific requests.</li><li>Complete monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including the year-end audit and any tax requirements, for the company.</li><li>Maintain intensive cash process for the company to distribute funds timely to the company investor</li><li>Investor specific reports to the company investors as directed</li><li>Develop, document and maintain effective internal controls, policies and procedures over co-investment</li><li>Take initiative in identifying problems and providing suggested solutions</li><li>Assist with various special projects as assigned</li></ul>
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. This position reports to the Senior Accounting Manager and collaborates closely with teams across accounting, internal audit, finance, and other key business functions. The role is based at our Chicago headquarters and follows a hybrid schedule. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist in the preparation of external and internal financial reporting</li><li>Prepare financial statement footnotes and disclosures</li><li>Prepare monthly account reconciliations and reserves</li><li>Maintain and update current SOPs of the areas assigned</li><li>Assist acquired entities month end close process</li><li>Reconciling intercompany accounts</li><li>Assist with fulfilling requests to complete compliance and audit requirements</li></ul>
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

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