156 results for Staff Accountant in Arlington Heights, IL

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Fast-Track Career Advancement Opportunity (This position is expected to advance quickly within the company over the next few months.) 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] Position Summary:The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for general ledger accounting for various reporting entities; including preparing journal entries, maintaining balance sheet schedules and account reconciliations, reconciling cash, and assisting with monthly financial statement analysis. The Staff Accountant will also have treasury management responsibilities including processing wires and managing bank accounts, and will assist with special projects. Responsibilities • Review and upload property level financial statements and reporting packages provided by third-party property managers in connection with the month and quarter-end close.• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for monthly general ledger close. Assist with preparation of financial statement consolidations and compilation of GAAP and tax basis financial statements for various reporting entities.• Prepare budget vs. actual variance reports. Assist in providing follow-up and documentation of significant variances.• Assist with year-end audit and tax preparation, respond to external auditor and tax preparer requests and organize work paper documentation in connection with the year-end audit process.• Assist with processing monthly capital calls and distributions, including preparation of wires, investor notices and underlying accounting entries.• Assist with the preparation and timely submission of debt compliance materials to lenders.• Support the company's Asset Management team with preparation of property-level financial analysis.• Assist with special projects assigned by management.
2026-02-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to essential accounting functions while collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage billing processes and collaborate closely with the sales department to ensure accurate invoicing. • Follow up on accounts receivable and oversee collection efforts to maintain cash flow. • Apply cash receipts and ensure timely recording of payments. • Perform bank reconciliations to verify account balances and transactions. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records. • Utilize QuickBooks software to manage accounting tasks and maintain organized financial data. • Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Assist in month-end close activities to finalize financial statements. • Contribute to software implementation projects when necessary to improve accounting processes.
2026-03-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
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>Experience with over time accounting in a manufacturing environment</li><li>Revenue based accounting experience</li><li>Support month, quarter, and year end reporting activities for accurate reporting</li><li>Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Participate in monthly balance sheet reviews working with the business and SSC</li><li>Investigate and resolve accounting issues</li><li>Support OneStream reporting</li><li>Ensure integrity and reliability of all financial transactions and that they follow 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 Center of Excellence 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 and accuracy across the close and reporting processes</li><li>Collaborate with teams to improve accounting operations.</li></ul>
2026-02-25T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Des Plaines, IL
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary for this position is up to $75,000-$80,000 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] Role Description This is a full-time role for a Staff Accountant. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, expense allocation, account analysis and reconciliation. The Staff Accountant will also provide support during the external audit process, monthly financial close, completion of government surveys, and various other tasks. This role requires the individual to be in the office Mon. – Thur. and work from home Fri., with location at Rosemont, IL.
2026-02-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Deerfield, IL
onsite
Temporary
26.6 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Deerfield, Illinois. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial operations, with a focus on accounts payable and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of accounting knowledge and hands-on experience to support the organization's financial accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable transactions and ensure timely vendor payments. • Perform bank account reconciliations to verify financial accuracy. • Manage employee expense reimbursements and ensure compliance with company policies. • Handle credit card payable processing, including invoice tracking and payments. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records. • Maintain the general ledger by recording transactions and resolving discrepancies. • Assist in bookkeeping tasks to ensure financial data is well-organized. • Support corporate tax return preparation by providing necessary documentation. • Conduct regular audits of financial records and processes to ensure compliance. • Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows and systems.
2026-03-04T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Cicero, IL
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
26.125 - 30.25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join a growing team in Cicero, Illinois. This is a contract position offering a long-term opportunity to work in the financial services industry. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting practices and a collaborative approach to contribute to the company’s success. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review corporate tax returns with accuracy and compliance. • Manage sales tax filings and ensure timely submissions. • Record and analyze journal entries to maintain accurate financial records. • Oversee and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure consistency. • Collaborate with internal teams to support accounting processes and resolve discrepancies. • Assist in preparing financial reports and statements for management. • Maintain compliance with relevant tax regulations and industry standards. • Provide support during audits by compiling necessary documentation. • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement effective solutions.
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role will involve managing key accounting functions, ensuring accuracy in financial records, and supporting the organization’s financial operations. The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented mindset and at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review journal entries to maintain accuracy in financial records. • Conduct regular account reconciliations to ensure proper tracking of assets and liabilities. • Perform bank reconciliations to validate cash balances and identify discrepancies. • Assist in preparing corporate tax returns and handling sales tax reporting. • Manage and update the general ledger to reflect accurate financial transactions. • Utilize Workday Financial Management software to streamline accounting processes and reporting. • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with tax regulations and accounting standards. • Provide support during audits by compiling necessary documentation and reports. • Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights. • Maintain organized records for all accounting activities and transactions.
2026-03-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
145000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $145,000 - $150,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this 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>Manage corporate month end close procedures with the global finance team.</li><li>Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of global finance and general ledger reporting structure.</li><li>Assist with quarterly and annual external reporting requirements</li><li>Support implementation of new accounting standards and maintain accounting policies</li><li>Assist with preparation of quarterly and annual external reporting requirements.</li><li>Assist with implementing new accounting standards and documentation of accounting policies.</li><li>Lead the process of communicating with the external audit team.</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of accounting staff</li><li>Participate in cross-functional initiatives and process improvement efforts</li><li>Assists finance managers regarding financial results and special reporting.</li></ul>
2026-02-09T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000 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] Responsibilities: <ul><li>Ensure monthly activities are recorded in accordance with the company's accounting policies and prepare relevant journal entries for areas including recording and tracking of accrued expenses, work in process (WIP), revenue accruals, and prepaid expenses, amongst others.</li><li>Prepare monthly trend analysis reports</li><li>Assist in the preparation of the monthly and quarterly reporting package by investigating and documenting income statement and balance sheet variances and statement of cash flows.</li><li>Display a knowledge of intercompany processes and effectively ensure all intercompany transactions are appropriately offset</li><li>Prepare quarterly and annual supporting schedules as required for financial reporting department in accordance with 10-Q and 10-K disclosure requirements</li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests.</li><li>Assist in maintaining an effective control environment by executing controls to ensure compliance with established accounting policies</li><li>Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts monthly</li><li>Effectively document reconciliations and other supporting schedules to enable reviewers to quickly understand and assess them</li><li>Understand the full end to end process for recording transactions and develop and propose process improvements</li><li>Perform analysis of balance sheet accounts to enable others to understand the nature of transactions and key drivers of activity</li><li>Perform adhoc requests and special projects as requested, such as documentation of business processes, process improvement recommendations</li></ul>
2026-02-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and has a strong background in nonprofit accounting and fund management. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work within the nonprofit sector while utilizing your expertise in accounting and compliance. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts on a regular basis. • Process accounts payable transactions, including check runs and vendor payments. • Manage payroll operations and ensure compliance with organizational policies. • Perform daily reconciliation of financial accounts to maintain accuracy. • Ensure compliance with government grant requirements and donor restrictions. • Oversee check processing activities to support operational needs. • Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows and procedures. • Assist with grant vouchering processes and ensure timely submissions. • Utilize Microsoft Great Plains to manage and analyze accounting data efficiently.
2026-03-04T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Villa Park, IL
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. In this role, you will play a key part in preparing accurate financial data, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the overall financial operations of the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and organizational skills to effectively collaborate with team members and contribute to the company’s success. Responsibilities:• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure accuracy and completeness in financial reporting activities.• Assist in the preparation and timely distribution of financial statements.• Generate financial statements and accompanying schedules in accordance with the monthly closing process.• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure data integrity.• Prepare corporate tax returns and sales tax filings in compliance with regulatory requirements.• Record journal entries and perform adjustments as needed for accurate financial reporting.• Analyze and review accounting data to identify discrepancies and resolve issues.• Support audits by preparing required documentation and responding to inquiries.• Utilize advanced accounting systems such as Oracle, Sage, NetSuite, or Workday to manage financial operations efficiently. Salary is $65,000-$75,000Benefits<ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-03-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Alsip, IL
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
24 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant to join a non-profit organization based in Alsip, Illinois. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful work while sharpening your accounting skills. This is a Contract to permanent role, offering a pathway to a long-term career within the organization. Responsibilities:• Perform accurate bank reconciliations to ensure financial records are up-to-date and error-free.• Maintain and update the general ledger with precise entries to reflect organizational financial activities.• Prepare and post journal entries in compliance with accounting standards and organizational policies.• Assist in the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial data.• Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies.• Collaborate with the team to support fund accounting processes specific to non-profit requirements.• Provide detailed financial reports and insights to aid decision-making within the organization.• Ensure adherence to accounting regulations and internal controls in all financial operations.• Support the Controller and other team members in achieving departmental goals. The salary range for this position is $24/hr. to $25/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.
2026-03-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Villa Park, IL
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 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] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Join Us on Our JourneyWe are currently looking for a Staff Accountant Originations and REO to join our team.Reporting to the Controller, Originations, this position is responsible for a wide range of accounting activities, including managing financial transactions and ensuring accurate financial reporting that follows regulations. This role assists with month-end accounting close processes, including processing accounts payable.This position is responsible for calculating and verifying Yield Spread Premiums (YSP) and broker referral payments. Additionally, this role reconciles bank accounts and balance sheets, and partners with third parties for audit requests.
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$105,000 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 Staff 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… Summary The Staff Accountant is a key member of a group of talented Accounting and Tax professionals. This position supports daily accounting operations, including the analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, review of financial statements, and various firm-wide business initiatives and projects. The Staff Accountant has the opportunity to assist with various firm-wide business initiatives and projects. As a member of a team that is extremely focused on process improvement, this position also has the opportunity to help eliminate inefficiencies and identify solutions to maximize results. This role works collaboratively with professionals outside of the Accounting team, including Real Estate Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology and various others. Job Description: <ul><li>Prepares journal entries on a daily basis.</li><li>Reconciles general ledger account balances on a monthly basis to ensure completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Reviews and analyzes financial statements on a monthly basis. Provides commentary to senior leaders of the Accounting team.</li><li>Assists with the year-end financial statement audit and other audits, as required.</li><li>Assists with accounting operations for international entities in Mexico, Puerto Rico, South Korea, and Brazil.</li><li>Assist with daily treasury activities.</li><li>Works collaboratively with a talented group of Accounting professionals, including senior leaders of the Accounting department. Also has exposure to professionals outside of the Accounting department, including Real Estate Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology and various others.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-02-20T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Hinsdale, IL
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
Excellent Staff Accountant role - General Ledger Private Equity owned Advancement and professional development opportunities Company in growth mode Responsible for the accuracy and efficiency of financial reporting and help refine accounting processes within a dynamic and growing organization. This position is ideal for someone who excels in financial analysis, enjoys improving workflows, and seeks opportunities for growth. Responsibilities:• Perform key reconciliations for general ledger accounts and system interfaces, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies promptly.• Manage monthly reconciliation of critical account balances with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.• Conduct bank and credit card reconciliations, addressing variances proactively.• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries during month-end close processes.• Analyze general ledger activity to identify unusual transactions and escalate concerns appropriately.• Record and post month-end journal entries across various areas to support consistent financial reporting.• Assist with accounting for fixed assets, capital projects, leases, and inventory.• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational activities are accurately reflected in financial systems.• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency.• Partner with auditors to ensure audit readiness and facilitate smooth audit processes. Benefits include - insurance, 401K, vacation, holiday pay and more
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Pleasant Prairie, WI
onsite
Permanent
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. In this role, you will handle comprehensive accounting tasks, from compiling financial statements to assisting clients with financial projections and performance improvements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of various accounting systems and demonstrate exceptional organizational and analytical skills. Responsibilities: • Set up new clients on accounting systems using financial statements, tax returns, and other relevant documents, even when information is incomplete. • Utilize and understand various software platforms, including Greentree, Sage Fixed Asset Software, QuickBooks, Peachtree, and Microsoft Office. • Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements for clients, ensuring timely completion and reviewing results with them. • Provide strategic support to clients, helping improve their business performance and documenting processes for reference. • Engage in discussions with business owners regarding operational topics such as sales, gross profit, payroll, expenses, benchmarks, and inventory management. • Train and mentor support staff, ensuring they understand the attributes of successful client management. • Create, review, and finalize financial reports, reconciliations, and workpapers with accuracy. • Identify growth opportunities within tax, payroll, and financial services, communicating these to the Accounting Manager. • Monitor and track deliverables, providing regular updates to the Accounting Manager on their status. • Assist with client filings, including income tax, personal property tax, and annual reports.
2026-03-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is up to $75,000- $80,000 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 The Staff Accountant will be an integral part of the team that offers a wide variety of experiences and plenty of opportunities for professional growth and exposure to upper management. The Staff Accountant’s primary responsibilities will be month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting. Also, working under the direction of the Asst Controller, the Staff Accountant will support the preparation of agency documents for pooling purposes. <ul><li>Responsible for the preparation of timely and accurate monthly financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Responsible for preparation and timely input of daily journal entries</li><li>Perform month-end close duties including assigned balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with third-party audit requests, preparation of year-end audit schedules, and footnote preparation</li><li>Assist in documentation of policies and procedures while identifying and driving improvement opportunities. Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction to accomplish objectives</li><li>Ability to meet communicated schedules and deadlines</li><li>Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results</li></ul>
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75000 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]. About The RoleAs a Staff Accountant you will be an essential member of the accounting and finance team. This position requires someone with meticulous attention to detail, the highest ethical standards, and the ability to clearly communicate complex financial information to individuals across various departments. This role requires a solid foundation in U.S. GAAP and a passion for financial operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have the ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change, work effectively within cross-functional teams, be highly resourceful and deliver under tight deadlines. Job Description:• Provide oversight to the accounting and finance operations to ensure that processes are in place to support the day to day running of the business• Performs the monthly quarterly and yearly close of the financial statements using NetSuite. This includes making the relevant accounting adjustments and analysis for the close.• Manage the banking system in-terms of making the relevant invoice payments and control over the daily movements of the cash operations• Ensure relevant internal controls are in place for the accounting and finance operations• Identify process improvements and assist in the implementation of relevant process change, policies and procedures; to enhance the existing control environment• Have a strong understanding of internal control environment relevant for a financial institution.• Have a strong understanding of accounting standards (U.S. GAAP) and research accounting issues to ensure that the accounts are in compliance with the accounting standards.• Review the work and supervise the staff accountants to ensure that the accounting team is able produce accurate financial statements and relevant analysis on a timely basis.• Assist in the audit process including, coordinating with the external auditors in-terms of queries arising during the audit process, preparing the relevant analysis for audit support and being the contact person during the audit fieldwork.
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant/Bookkeeper

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this hybrid position is $80,000-$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] Summary:Maintains client financial records including preparation of financial statements and tax returns, relatedschedules, and reports. Requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in arelated area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within theaccounting field. Relies on instructions and per-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Essential Duties and Specific Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform general accounting and bookkeeping duties and make required adjustments to</li><li>clients QuickBooks files</li><li>Assist in the preparation of federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses,</li><li>and exempt organizations.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of sales tax and payroll tax returns</li><li>Develops an understanding of firm philosophy, values and tax opinions</li><li>Contributes to the client service team by producing quality work with quick turnaround and</li><li>attentive service</li><li>Establishes good working relationships with all partners and staff members</li><li>Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and imagination in approaching work</li><li>Performs such other duties as assigned</li></ul>
2026-02-09T00:00:00Z

Associate Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
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.
2026-02-09T00:00:00Z

Tax Accountant

Lake Geneva, WI
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Tax Accountant to join our team in the legal industry, located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The Tax Accountant will be responsible for the preparation of a variety of federal and state income tax returns, implementing tax-planning strategies, and conducting tax-related research. You will also handle tasks related to trust accounting, estate and gift tax returns, and various bookkeeping and billing activities. For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you. God Bless. Responsibilities: • Prepare a variety of federal and state income tax returns focusing on Forms 1041, 1065, and 990-PF.• Implement tax-planning strategies to optimize client's tax position.• Conduct tax-related research to keep up-to-date with the latest tax laws and regulations.• Review and process payments for quarterly estimated taxes.• Participate in the firm's trust accounting practice when necessary.• Prepare estate and gift tax returns in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.• Perform a broad range of bookkeeping and billing activities to ensure accurate financial records.• Work with various accounting software systems for efficient and accurate tax preparation and bookkeeping.• Handle increased workloads during busy tax filing seasons, ensuring all deadlines are met.• Maintain professional knowledge and skills in areas of tax compliance and planning.
2026-02-10T00:00:00Z

Sr. Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
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>
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
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] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. The Position: <ul><li>Point of contact for several of the company's registered and private funds in United States, Canada, Ireland, and Luxembourg, crossing many different fund types and jurisdictions. This role will work with the senior members of the fund administration team as well as own relationships with funds’ third- party administrators and key vendors. Preparation, review and understanding impactful issues regarding fund reporting, including net asset valuation calculations, security valuation, fund budgets & expense analysis is key to this role.</li><li>Key support contact for our fund board members. Partner with each fund’s third- party administrators and external auditors to prepare and issue the funds’ financial statements and other regulatory filings, presenting issues to fund board members for review and approval.</li><li>Coordinate effectively with teams across the firm in sales, client service, legal, operations, and corporate finance regarding all fund-related items, including overall fund operating procedures, client inquiries, product development, management and performance fee calculations, legal document review, and revenue and expense projections.</li><li>Construct analyses regarding product development, and new initiatives, for senior management review, exercising sound business judgement and understanding of our products.</li><li>Assist portfolio management teams regarding ad hoc portfolio reporting requests or investor related questions.</li><li>Work effectively with all members of the fund administration team across all products to ensure consistency of reporting and processes and assist the team on projects on projects related to all funds in scope, include private hedge funds, US Registered funds, Irish UCITS, Canadian funds and Luxembourg funds as needed. </li><li>Utilize Advent Geneva portfolio accounting system to manage monthly performance reporting process </li><li>Consistently review the functions’ processes to ensure efficiencies and highlight opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Partner with each fund’s third- party tax preparers to generate investor tax deliverables, answering any investor driven questions related to them.</li></ul>
2026-03-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
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] 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… The Senior Accountant works directly with the Accounting Manager and reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting. Our ideal candidate is organized, pays strong attention to detail, will be able to carry out tasks both autonomously and collaboratively; has 3-4 years of experience; and has a desire to grow and learn in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with accounting in customer-facing industries such as Hospitality and Tourism preferred, but not required. GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES · Assists in the day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Finance Department including financial statement presentation and analysis· Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and receivables· Assists in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts· Records and processes intercompany expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation, and recording of adjusting and/or reclassification journal entries, if necessary· Review of company books to ensure timely and accurate processing and recording all accounts payable transactions, and ensures that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures· Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L· Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify accuracy of bookkeeping for the period
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 114000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $114,000 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>
2026-02-20T00:00:00Z