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    We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in Oak Brook, Illinois. As a Staff Accountant, you will be mainly focusing on the accounting and reconciliation processes within a property management context. Your duties will include analyzing and resolving discrepancies in funding and draw requests, maintaining accurate financial records, and improving the overall funding request process.


    Responsibilities:

    • Analyze and resolve discrepancies related to funding and draw requests

    • Investigate and correct any discrepancies across various platforms

    • Maintain accurate financial records through thorough reconciliations of accounts

    • Collaborate with internal teams to gather relevant information and resolve issues

    • Develop effective solutions to prevent future mapping errors and enhance the funding request process

    • Conduct regular reviews and analyses of funding/draw requests

    • Communicate findings, updates, and solutions to relevant stakeholders

    • Provide guidance to entry level staff members on proper procedures for handling funding/draw requests

    • Prepare and maintain documentation of findings, solutions, and steps taken to resolve issues

    • Produce regular reports for management, highlighting key issues, resolutions, and progress on outstanding discrepancies.


    The salary range of this position is $30/hr to $50/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

    • Possess proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) operations
    • Demonstrate ability to perform Bank Reconciliations effectively
    • Have a solid understanding and experience with General Ledger
    • Capable of accurately preparing and maintaining Journal Entries
    • Have experience with Month End Close procedures
    • Familiarity with NetSuite financial software is required
    • Proficiency in Oracle financial management system is a plus
    • Experience with QuickBooks accounting software is necessary
    • Knowledge of SAP system for financial management is desirable
    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.

    101 results for Bookkeeper in Markham, IL

    Staff Accountant <p>We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in Oak Brook, Illinois. As a Staff Accountant, you will be mainly focusing on the accounting and reconciliation processes within a property management context. Your duties will include analyzing and resolving discrepancies in funding and draw requests, maintaining accurate financial records, and improving the overall funding request process.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze and resolve discrepancies related to funding and draw requests</p><p>• Investigate and correct any discrepancies across various platforms</p><p>• Maintain accurate financial records through thorough reconciliations of accounts</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to gather relevant information and resolve issues</p><p>• Develop effective solutions to prevent future mapping errors and enhance the funding request process</p><p>• Conduct regular reviews and analyses of funding/draw requests</p><p>• Communicate findings, updates, and solutions to relevant stakeholders</p><p>• Provide guidance to entry level staff members on proper procedures for handling funding/draw requests</p><p>• Prepare and maintain documentation of findings, solutions, and steps taken to resolve issues</p><p>• Produce regular reports for management, highlighting key issues, resolutions, and progress on outstanding discrepancies.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range of this position is $30/hr to $50/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Learn more at <u>roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources</u>.</p> Accountant - Tax <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$95,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Tax 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.</p><p><br></p><p>The Accountant position reports to the Accounting Manager of the Individual/Foundation Group and works well with all of the other professional service providers. </p><p> </p><p><strong style=""><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>• Maintenance of general ledgers, including preparation of accounting entries for the day to day transactions and other activity. </p><p>• Preparation of electronic tax work papers and tax returns for individuals, foundations and partnerships, including analysis of tax issues. </p><p>• Preparation of financial analysis such as tax projections, cash flow and liquidity planning and budgets. </p><p>• 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. </p><p> </p><p><br></p> Staff Accountant <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements </li><li>Manage month-end and year-end close</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet</li><li>Prepare and analyze budget to actual variance reports</li><li>Support external audit requirements and assist with audit schedules and requests</li><li>Assist with tax compliance and preparation</li><li>Ad-hoc analyses as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary: $80,000-$100,000, based on experience</li><li>Health, dental, and vision </li><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid time off and paid holidays</li><li>Development opportunities</li><li>Flexible work arrangements</li></ul> Sr. Accountant - M&A/Technical Accounting <p><em>The salary range for this position is $105,000-$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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is just around the corner’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>Our holding company team is looking for a Senior Accountant to help support our continued growth. This individual will take a lead role in our technical accounting/M& A process growth. You will build relationships with and help support finance leads across the portfolio. You will also collaborate with the CFO to set and execute strategic priorities for the business. As our business continues to grow, the Senior Accountant will have opportunities to lead others and step into a Controller-level role. This role reports directly to the Group Controllers with regular interaction with the CFO.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Implement and maintain consistent accounting practices across portfolio companies.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate month-end accounting closes for portfolio companies and holding company.</li><li>Assist with preparation of consolidated financial reports for the holding company.</li><li>Oversee offshore and potential US-based resources</li><li>Support the financial onboarding of newly acquired companies and their finance leaders.</li><li>Manage audit work for the holding company and its portfolio companies.</li><li>Support the building of annual budgets across the portfolio.</li><li>Assist organization-wide initiatives such as system migrations, improving processes & controls, compliance with accounting guidelines, metrics tracking, etc.</li></ul> Revenue Accountant <p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Revenue Accountant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. The primary function of this role is to support all aspects of the revenue process, job cost accrual, and month-end accounting. The successful candidate will be working closely with the client services team to support revenue recognition and will play a key role in ensuring accurate recognition and cost accrual policies are followed.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Establish and maintain financial controls within the accounting department</p><p>• Coordinate and direct revenue recognition in accordance with established protocols</p><p>• Prepare and present financial reports and risk analysis</p><p>• Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures</p><p>• Support management in commercial and financial matters</p><p>• Interface with client services teams to monitor revenue recognition and project timelines</p><p>• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements and professional standards</p><p>• Support the FP& A team in providing financial reports to senior leadership</p><p><br></p><p>Pay is $65k-$85k + medical, dental and paid time off</p> Staff Accountant <p>We are searching for a Staff Accountant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will be involved in a range of accounting duties, including cash reconciliation, prepaid expense accounting, fixed assets, and month-end accounting tasks. You will also work closely with the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams, playing a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy of financial statements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Handle daily bank reconciliations and manage fixed asset continuity schedules</p><p>• Conduct reconciliations and analyses of the general ledger and individual accounts</p><p>• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing of the general ledger</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to address issues and support business objectives</p><p>• Prepare data for cash flow forecasts and record depreciation</p><p>• Provide support for the accounts payable and receivable teams</p><p>• Assist in creating financial statements and reports</p><p>• Aid in audit requests related to Accounts Receivable balances and client payments</p><p>• Reconcile intercompany Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable balances monthly</p><p>• Complete ad hoc requests as required.</p><p><br></p><p>Range for this position is $55k-$70k + bonus and will depend on experience. Medical, dental and paid time off are also included</p> Property Accountant <p><em>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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:</strong></p><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><p> </p> Property Accountant <p>We are looking for a dedicated Property Accountant to join our team in the non-profit & Real Estate industry, based in Chicago, Illinois. As a Property Accountant, you will be tasked with managing and overseeing various accounting functions, utilizing specific software systems for efficiency. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage and oversee various accounting functions such as accrual accounting, auditing, and balance sheet reconciliation.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software systems like MRI Software and Yardi Software to ensure smooth operations.</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards.</p><p>• Carry out account coding accurately, ensuring all financial transactions are categorized correctly.</p><p>• Use ADP - Financial Services for efficient financial management and reporting.</p><p>• Work with AMSI and AppFoli for property management and accounting purposes.</p><p>• Monitor and manage customer credit applications, ensuring they are processed accurately and efficiently.</p><p>• Maintain accurate customer credit records, updating them as necessary.</p><p>• Resolve customer inquiries promptly and professionally, providing excellent customer service.</p><p>• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary.</p> Sr. Accountant <p><em>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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1)          The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2)          They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3)          There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4)          The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5)          And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Accountabilities:</strong></p><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><p><br></p> Staff Accountant We are seeking a diligent and dedicated Staff Accountant to join our team. Located in the Real Estate & Property industry in Chicago, Illinois, this role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity. As a Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for managing customer accounts, processing applications, and resolving customer inquiries.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Accurately processing customer credit applications as part of the role.<br>• Maintaining precise records of customer credit.<br>• Regularly monitoring customer accounts and taking necessary action.<br>• Managing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) to ensure financial accuracy.<br>• Conducting Bank Reconciliations as part of financial management.<br>• Regularly updating and maintaining the General Ledger.<br>• Preparing Journal Entries as part of the accounting process.<br>• Ensuring Month End Close tasks are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Utilizing Microsoft Excel for data management and analysis.<br>• Operating MRI Software and BlackLine for efficient account management.<br>• Preparing Monthly Financial Statements for review.<br>• Overseeing Financial Statement and Financial Reporting to ensure compliance and transparency. Junior Accountant We are offering a permanent contract employment opportunity for an Entry Level Accountant in DES PLAINES, Illinois. As an Entry Level Accountant, you will be tasked with improving the efficiency of the AP department, making it fully SharePoint accessible, and preparing it for transfer to our global team. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Developing comprehensive step-by-step procedures for the accounts payable function<br>• Managing the transition of the accounts payable responsibilities to our global team and serving as the primary liaison<br>• Assisting in the accounting activity post-transition, including accounts payable/accounts receivable reconciliation<br>• Performing bank and balance sheet reconciliations<br>• Collaborating with the warehouse and purchasing teams for inventory tracking<br>• Assisting in month-end and year-end closing procedures<br>• Preparing accruals and handling intercompany billing<br>• Managing assets and overseeing payroll procedures<br>• Assisting in tax-related activities and other accounting functions associated with the entity. Cost Accountant We are offering an exciting opportunity in the heart of CHICAGO, Illinois for a Cost Accountant. This role is central to our operations, focusing on maintaining up-to-date inventory costs, processing cost calculations for new products, and working closely with both accounting and operations teams. The Cost Accountant will also play a crucial role in generating and distributing inventory-related reports, ensuring financial accuracy and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities: <br><br>• Ensure all inventory costs across U.S. locations are current and accurate.<br>• Develop detailed cost calculations for new products to support Business Managers.<br>• Conduct analysis on material manufacturing and purchasing variances to improve inventory costs and production processes.<br>• Generate and distribute a range of inventory-related reports such as cycle count accuracy, budget vs. actual activity, and variance and absorption analysis.<br>• Work with international locations to maintain standardized processes.<br>• Uphold the one-day close process in collaboration with the Accounting team.<br>• Handle the closure of the material inventory ledger and finish cost allocation tasks within the ERP system.<br>• Ensure timely completion of monthly inventory reconciliations.<br>• Analyze inventory reserves and make necessary adjustments.<br>• Respond to external auditor requests and provide necessary support.<br>• Lead the annual standard cost-setting process.<br>• Collaborate with Operations to develop annual manufacturing plans, including establishing labor rates and determining variable and fixed overhead rates. Staff Accountant <p><em>The salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Staff Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1)          The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2)          They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3)          There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4)          The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5)          And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Summary </strong> </p><p><em> </em>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><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><p> </p> Senior Accountant/ Financial Accounting Analyst <p>Corporate office opportunity Senior Accountant/ Financial Accounting Analyst in Lombard, Illinois.</p><p>This company has medical dental, 401k , vacation and holiday pay.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Midsize organization; you are working for the corporate holding company. You are doing all the funding for the 4 business units and intercompany eliminations experience. This person needs to understand GAAP.  </strong></p><p><strong> You will be responsible for Intercompany reconciliations for the consolidations </strong></p><p><strong> manage chargebacks for shared services and corporate office functions </strong></p><p><strong> accurate reporting of sales for intercompany transactions </strong></p><p><strong> handle all banking such as payroll funding, business unit funding for ap disbursements </strong></p><p><strong> Wire set ups an transactions, cash flow and lock box balances as well as reconciliations of bank accounts. </strong></p><p><strong> Prepare and reconcile all corporate level account reconciliations</strong></p><p><strong> Manage corporate accounts payable </strong></p><p><strong> Handles reconciliations and allocations of corporate office accounts </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong> For immediate consideration ; email your resume to danielle.tubero@roberthalf.c0m </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>They have excellent benefits including medical, dental, vacation, holiday and 401k program. </strong></p> Sr. Accountant <p><em>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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Senior Accountant position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1)          The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2)          They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3)          There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4)          The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5)          And more…</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES   </strong></p><p><br></p><p>·      Assists in the day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Finance Department including financial statement presentation and analysis</p><p>·      Assists with the recording and reconciliation of revenue and receivables</p><p>·      Assists in the creation, maintenance, and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts</p><p>·      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</p><p>·      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</p><p>·      Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L</p><p>·      Prepares and analyzes financial statement workpapers to verify accuracy of bookkeeping for the period</p> Accounting Manager <p><em>The salary range for this position is $120,000-$140,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is just around the corner’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.   </p><p><br></p><p>As the <strong>Accounting Manager, </strong>you will play a leadership role within the Accounting Department and report directly to the Divisional Assistant Controller. This position requires technical and leadership skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment by reporting on, analyzing, and influencing the accounting processes and internal controls performed by the company's corporate functions (such as pricing, legal, and warranty). You will act as a thought leader on a range of technical accounting, internal control, and finance related issues. In addition to core accounting roles and responsibilities, you will be a leader in driving projects, as well as identifying new performance improvement opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Review monthly general journal entries, income and balance sheet statements, account reconciliations, and various other accounting statements and reports as appropriate to support an accurate and timely monthly financial close for the Division.</li><li>Maintain integrity of general ledger transactions.</li><li>Ensure that all financial statements are presented in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and appropriate financial variance analyses are provided timely to management. If in a Division outside North America ensure the financials are also presented appropriately in other forms required for Statutory reporting (i.e. IFRS, German GAAP, etc.)</li><li>Mentor and guide staff with questions and accounting issues.</li><li>Lead the team to accomplish personal and professional goals.</li><li>Develop strong working relationships with coworkers and other departments.</li><li>Navigate and extracting data from financial systems to investigate and resolve outstanding items as appropriate.</li><li>Write quarterly balance sheet fluctuation narratives to support the external financial reporting process and external audit.</li><li>Identify process inefficiencies and helping to support the identification of the underlying root causes.</li><li>Partner with other finance and non-finance groups to support design and implement process improvements.</li><li>Perform periodic testing for compliance with written policies and procedures as part of the overall SOX program.</li><li>Assist in the continued development and documentation of SOX-related policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Provide timely communication to the Divisional Controller or other management to support effective resolutions</li></ul><p><br></p> Cost Accountant <p>We are offering an exciting opportunity in the machinery manufacturing industry in Chicago Heights, Illinois. We are seeking a Cost Analyst to join our team. The role involves providing financial support and analysis within our manufacturing operations, with a strong emphasis on cost accounting concepts. This position offers an annual salary of 75K-90K plus medical, dental, and vision insurance and paid time off. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Establish effective working relationships with operational personnel, delivering clear and concise financial data to enhance their understanding of financial results within their responsibilities.</p><p>• Develop and maintain financial models and reports for management and other leaders.</p><p>• Calculate and analyze breakeven points by plant and product to inform financial strategies.</p><p>• Create, validate, and support manufacturing KPI’s to streamline operations.</p><p>• Analyze and evaluate capital project requests for compliance with corporate policy, including ROI justification.</p><p>• Conduct thorough research on inventory transactions to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Analyze actual manufacturing costs, comparing them to budgets and historical results, and effectively communicate findings.</p><p>• Investigate operating costs to identify trends and devise coordinated plans to reduce costs.</p><p>• Initiate and implement best practices and procedures, aiming to identify and eliminate manual processes.</p><p>• Develop financial controls and strategize auditing and testing of programs and procedures.</p> Sr. Accountant <p>We are in search of an experienced Senior Accountant to be a part of our team located in the O'Hare area of Chicago. This position is crucial to our finance team, as it involves handling a variety of accounting tasks such as processing daily and monthly transactions, conducting research, preparing reports, and handling audits. The Sr. Accountant will also be expected to work independently, prioritize tasks, and act in the company's best interest.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Accurately prepare month-end close entries, ensuring reliable reporting and general ledger accuracy</p><p>• Support the month-end and year-end close processes with attention to detail</p><p>• Conduct regular general ledger balance sheet account reconciliations, focusing primarily on fixed assets, capitalized leases, insurance, and intercompany accounts</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of financial statements for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, including consolidations</p><p>• Carry out expense variance analysis to monitor the company's financial performance</p><p>• Respond promptly to information requests and assist with the annual external financial audit</p><p>• Provide necessary support to the CFO, Controller, and Accounting Manager as required</p><p>• Collaborate with Financial Planning and Analysis (FP& A) to support monthly reporting and the annual budget process</p><p>• Work closely with Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and other departments to resolve issues</p><p>• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.</p> Senior Accountant We are looking for a diligent Senior Accountant based in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The primary function of this role involves performing a variety of accounting assignments within our business unit or functional area of responsibility. Your role would be crucial in recording and reporting financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements. You will be instrumental in producing accurate and timely financial statements and participating in the planning and analysis function for our business unit or functional area of responsibility.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Facilitate the monthly financial statement close process for the business unit or functional area, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all financial transactions.<br>• Liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues and consult on financial statement variances.<br>• Prepare, review, and analyze account reconciliations for companies or designated functions within the business unit or functional area of responsibility.<br>• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.<br>• Prepare monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results compared to prior period actual results for internal and external reporting.<br>• Collaborate with FP& A for the accounting, analysis, and budgeting of various accounts.<br>• Interact with internal and external auditors, the Controller's Group, and Business Units to accomplish goals.<br>• Assist in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP when needed.<br>• Maintain and identify opportunities to enhance internal controls, support regulatory compliance, and business planning by performing analyses.<br>• Work closely with other departments and business units regarding accounting activities. Sr. Accountant <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </p><p><br></p><p>The 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><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.</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>Function as back-up for treasury activity.</li><li>Assist with special projects assigned by management.</li></ul> Director of Accounting <p><em>The salary range for this position is $220,000-$250,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Director of Corporate Accounting position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1)          The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2)          They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3)          There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4)          The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5)          And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>The primary responsibility of this position is the oversight of a team of professionals and their assigned processes within the monthly and quarterly close process. This includes oversight of the accounting processes executed by the team, as well as additional deliverables that the team provides to others within the organization. Additionally, the Director is expected to serve as the primary customer service point of contact for the Business Unit Finance groups that are supported by their team and to proactively engage them in strategic discussions as to how to improve the level of corporate accounting’s service in the organization.</p><ul><li>Manage the monthly close process to ensure completeness and accuracy of the corporate general ledger, including the accounting for our loyalty program, commercial services, insurance, management and franchise fees, compensation, debt, and accounts receivable.</li><li>Review of quarterly and annual external reporting schedules.</li><li>Identify and drive improvements in processes in the organization that will result in greater efficiencies as well as decrease exposure to financial misstatements.</li><li>Establish and implement development plans for all team members and monitor the performance of the team members against established goals.</li><li>Field and resolve questions from management and internal/external auditors.</li></ul><p><br></p> Sr. Accountant <p><em>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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘When is it okay for me to start making everything pumpkin spice flavored?’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p>Review both GAAP and Tax books and records, periodic financial statements and capital account statements for various private equity funds, holding companies, and management entities prepared by the company's Fund Accountants.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>• Supervise the monthly/quarterly close process and completion of related support and control documentation (both tax and GAAP).</p><p>• Prepare calendar with deliverable deadlines; communicate to other team members and hold them accountable for meeting deadlines.</p><p>• Manage Fund Accountant team to answer questions, provide technical guidance, and review point commentary.</p><p>• Lead fund accountant team to ensure optimal efficiencies by reviewing processes, including capitalizing on accounting system capabilities.</p><p>• Prepare and review expense allocations to ensure compliance with the limited partnership agreements.</p><p>• Communicate with limited partners by reviewing responses or responding directly to accounting related investor inquiries.</p><p>• Coordinate with public accounting firm auditors to plan interim reviews and yearend audits, respond to questions and information requests, and participate in technical discussions.</p><p>• Research and apply accounting rules to investment fund transactions by referencing the Audit Guide for Investment Companies.</p><p>• Apply the limited partnership agreement provisions to investment fund transactions and partner allocations.</p><p>• Review capital call and distribution allocations and investor notifications.</p><p>• Prepare and review responses to SEC inquiries.</p><p>• Assist with various ad hoc projects such as improvements to investor reporting, accounting software upgrades, fundraising, etc.</p><p>• Support various aspects of the company's Tax function such as reviewing federal and state K-1s, providing information to tax advisors, discrete projects.</p> Associate Vice President of Technical Accounting <p><em>The salary range for this position is $200,000-$240,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Associate Vice President of Technical Accounting. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Associate Vice President of Technical Accounting will report directly to the Controller and Chief Accounting Officer. This role will be responsible for providing accounting support for transactions, including being a lead representative in the due diligence process, advising on and analyzing deal structures, and partnering with key stakeholders to ensure a thorough understanding of complex transactions. A successful candidate for this role must have proven experience with technical accounting research; strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to summarize complex issues to senior management and other stakeholders; and strong organizational skills with the ability to follow projects through to completion with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.</p><p><br></p><p>•Assist the company's Transactions and Portfolio Growth team in evaluating potential transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, capital commitments, and other investments</p><p>•Advise on the structuring of transactions and consult on proposed transactions, including consolidation assessments</p><p>•Assist in accounting-related diligence materials, coordinate with external advisors, and review transaction documents</p><p>•Perform complex accounting research, most notably under U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations, and prepare or review technical accounting memos to support conclusions</p><p>•Lead purchase accounting, including review of internal and third-party valuations</p><p>•Collaborate with Corporate Accounting, Financial Reporting, Finance teams, and other stakeholders to ensure transactions are appropriately accounted for and disclosed</p><p>•Oversee the monthly Development and Asset Management Committee process</p><p>•Prepare presentations or summaries to communicate transaction impacts to stakeholders, including executive leadership</p><p>•Prepare and/or review certain disclosures in the Company’s SEC filings</p><p>•Work with the Company’s external auditors to provide support on technical accounting conclusions and valuations</p><p>•Demonstrate a commitment to the company's core values</p><p><br></p> Sr. Accountant <p><em>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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>The holiday season is here! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy it? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance.  </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>The Sr. Corporate Accountant will work closely with the manager and director of Corporate Accounting to support the operations of the Company’s corporate segment and ensure the accurate and timely reporting of the segment’s monthly financials. The Sr. Corporate Account is responsible journalizing corporate activity, reconciling corporate accounts, investigating and resolving reconciling items and preparing analysis of changes in account positions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong> Specific Job Function:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and enter journals related cash receipts and payments, operating expense accruals, prepaids, fixed and intangibles assets, corporate allocations and other corporate related activities</li><li>Prepare detailed and organized account reconciliations and investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner</li><li>Analyze and understand significant changes in account balances and prepare clear and concise explanations for monthly segment review</li><li>Prepare and provide requested documentation to internal and external auditors</li><li>Identify and implement month end close and internal control enhancements</li><li>Partner with financial systems team members to maintain and update accounting system’s applications, chart of accounts, and reporting hierarchies</li><li>Implementation new accounting systems and policies within the Corporate segment</li><li>Complete special projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p> Accountant <p><em>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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join the wave of young finance professionals who are swapping their mundane 9-5s for fresh opportunities with Chicago’s top companies.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><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>