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The salary range for this position is up to $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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Street Festival 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.

Job Description:

Administer and execute the end-to-end payroll process for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Generate and distribute payroll reports, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and other reports as required by senior leadership and Federal/ State requirements on a recurring basis
Serve as a key point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, resolving issues and discrepancies promptly and professionally
Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, including quarterly and annual returns, ensuring timely payment of payroll taxes
Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee information, time and attendance data, payroll transactions, and data changes
Collaborate across departments, including Human Resources to verify new employees who onboard with the organization are assigned a time clock in the UKG system
Prepare for and assist with internal and external payroll audits
Support the facilitation of the registration of the company's business into new states for withholding and unemployment taxes as the business expands
Process verifications of employment, ensuring timeliness of completion
Ensure payroll procedures comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Keep up to date with changes in payroll laws and regulations
Develop domain knowledge of the company's business to include an understanding of organizational objectives
Maintain broad influence through ongoing development of relationships across the organization
Ensure compliance with the company's policies, processes, and practices. Successfully completed all department and company-required training
Model company values, Operating Principles, ethical standards, professionalism, and code of conduct
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements:

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business, or a related field or equivalent combination of years of experience with High School diploma/GED
3-5 years of experience in payroll processing for a multi-state organization
In-depth knowledge of payroll principles, tax laws, practices, and procedures
Familiarity with payroll software systems, with experience in UKG highly preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills

To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

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47 results for Payroll Specialist in Wood Dale, IL

Payroll Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is up to $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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Street Festival 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. Job Description:<ul><li>Administer and execute the end-to-end payroll process for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Generate and distribute payroll reports, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and other reports as required by senior leadership and Federal/ State requirements on a recurring basis</li><li>Serve as a key point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, resolving issues and discrepancies promptly and professionally</li><li>Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, including quarterly and annual returns, ensuring timely payment of payroll taxes</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee information, time and attendance data, payroll transactions, and data changes</li><li>Collaborate across departments, including Human Resources to verify new employees who onboard with the organization are assigned a time clock in the UKG system</li><li>Prepare for and assist with internal and external payroll audits</li><li>Support the facilitation of the registration of the company's business into new states for withholding and unemployment taxes as the business expands</li><li>Process verifications of employment, ensuring timeliness of completion</li><li>Ensure payroll procedures comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Keep up to date with changes in payroll laws and regulations</li><li>Develop domain knowledge of the company's business to include an understanding of organizational objectives</li><li>Maintain broad influence through ongoing development of relationships across the organization</li><li>Ensure compliance with the company's policies, processes, and practices. Successfully completed all department and company-required training</li><li>Model company values, Operating Principles, ethical standards, professionalism, and code of conduct</li><li>Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned</li></ul>
2025-05-15T13:39:03Z

Payroll Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $85,000-$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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m 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. Responsibilities:• Preparation and processing of semi-monthly payrolls for salaried and hourly employees in accordance with applicable legislation and SOX requirements defined for the Canada payroll process.• Adjust, maintain and process payroll data pertaining to wage increases, leaves of absence, return from leave, and top ups, etc. using ADP Workforce Now (“WFN”) application.• Responsible for the administration and reconciliation of benefits: enrolments, additions, deletions, terminations to maintain accurate records.• Administer workflow to ensure all payroll transactions (timesheets, on call hours, on call premium) are captured and processed accurately and timely.• Responsible for importing the inbound integration files into ADP for pension and benefit changes• Assist in year-end reports and reconciliations i.e.T4’s, T4A’s ,EHT, RL-1, CNESST etc.• Investigate and resolve payroll issues with HR regarding new hires, onboarding missing information, terminations, renumeration etc.• Responds to employee inquiries regarding the pay, pension and benefit programs in a professional and timely manner• Assist in month end duties as required – preparing journal entries, accruals, ensuring all entries are reconciled to payroll reports.• Assist with any payroll audits that may arise because of regulatory, internal and external audits• Performs other duties that may be required or assigned from time to time.
2025-05-20T15:08:43Z

HR Generalist/Payroll Specialist

Wood Dale, IL
onsite
Permanent
65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced HR/Payroll Generalist to join our team in the Hospitality industry, in the western suburbs of Illinois. The HR Generalist will manage a variety of tasks related to payroll, HRIS administration, and other HR activities. The role is designed to ensure efficient HR operations, compliance with relevant regulations, and the maintenance of positive employee relations.Client offers: health benefits, PTO, 401k, short and long term disability.Recruiter: Connie StathopoulosResponsibilities • Oversee and manage day-to-day payroll functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing• Utilize HRIS for administration purposes, ensuring data accuracy and efficient operations• Support various HR activities as needed, contributing to overall team goals and objectives• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations relating to payroll and HR operations• Maintain positive employee relations through effective communication and problem resolution• Manage benefits administration, ensuring accurate record keeping and timely updates• Handle employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits, providing clear and accurate responses• Manage FMLA requests and other employee relation issues, ensuring compliance and fair treatment• Regularly monitor and review employee accounts, taking appropriate action when necessary.
2025-05-05T20:18:48Z

Payroll Manager

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
130000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $130,000-$135,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m 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. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Serve as the Canada payroll subject matter expert and lead.</li><li>Responsible for the Canada payroll function, including leading, managing, developing and mentoring of a Payroll Specialist and the execution of payroll in accordance with legislation and SOX requirements defined for the Canada payroll process.</li><li>Acting as back-up to the Payroll Specialist.</li><li>Supervising the preparation and submission of semi-monthly payrolls including reviewing and approving payroll reconciliations in-line with procedures, policies, and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) controls.</li><li>Assesses and resolves escalated payroll issues and discrepancies.</li><li>Responsible for maintenance of payroll processes, procedures and controls ensuring up to date as business/processes evolve.</li><li>Lead and review the year end payroll calculations, reconciliations, filings, (T4’s, T4A’s, Releve1, T2200, EHT, CNESST, Alberta Worker Comp, Worksafe BC etc) to ensure issued in accordance with CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) and other regulatory requirements, including other jurisdictions (i.e. United Kingdom [P60’s, P11D’s], Germany and Spain).</li><li>Own and maintain payroll SOX compliance, design of internal controls and process maps.</li><li>Perform quarterly ADP WFN user access reviews.</li><li>Lead and manage any payroll audits that may arise because of regulatory, internal, and external audits.</li><li>Provide support on financial audits that require inputs from payroll, working closely with the finance team. </li><li>Stay current on the latest regulatory changes with respect to payroll and benefits to ensure payroll policy adherence and compliance per province.</li><li>Ensure an environment of continuous improvement is maintained to sustain maximum efficiency by researching, recommending, and implementing new or enhanced policies, procedures and processes to improve operational effectiveness. </li><li>Work closely with the Talent and Culture and Benefits team in all compensation and benefit related developments, ensuring all changes are communicated to the relevant stakeholders in a timely manner. </li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
2025-05-20T15:13:48Z

Payroll Manager

Chicago, IL
remote
Contract / Temporary to Hire
66.50 - 77.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our client in Chicago, Illinois. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an opportunity to oversee payroll operations and contribute to the success of cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in payroll systems, project management, and international payroll processing. Responsibilities:• Oversee and manage payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing for all employees.• Utilize ADP WorkforceNow to generate and analyze reports, as well as navigate SmartCompliance for tax-related tasks.• Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule.• Manage international payroll processing, including compliance with taxation regulations in various regions.• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and improve operational workflows.• Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and international payroll laws and standards.• Provide guidance and support to team members on payroll-related matters.• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance payroll efficiency.• Prepare and present payroll reports to leadership to facilitate decision-making.
2025-05-22T13:39:06Z

Fulfillment Specialist (Tier II)

Naperville, IL
onsite
Temporary
15.20 - 16.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Fulfillment Specialist (Tier II) to join our team on a contract basis in Naperville, Illinois. In this role, you will handle the preparation and assembly of payroll packages, ensuring they meet quality and delivery standards. This is a great opportunity to work in the payroll services industry, contributing to the smooth and secure distribution of essential client materials. Responsibilities: • Assemble payroll packages according to client specifications, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare packages for delivery while adhering to production schedules and quality standards. • Complete detailed checklists and confirmations to accurately track package flow and maintain security. • Follow all security protocols and audit procedures to safeguard sensitive client information. • Identify and escalate issues related to missing or incorrect output to the appropriate teams. • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of distribution equipment to ensure operational readiness. • Organize and stage packaging supplies to maintain a seamless production workflow. • Stand for extended periods while maintaining focus and attention to detail. • Lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds as part of the production process.
2025-05-28T15:18:51Z

Payroll Tax Manager

Lake Forest, IL
onsite
Permanent
115000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Tax Manager to oversee payroll tax compliance for a workforce of approximately 20,000 employees across North America. This role focuses on ensuring adherence to tax regulations, internal policies, and key controls while fostering a seamless employee experience. Based in Lake Forest, Illinois, this hybrid role requires on-site presence 2-3 days a week. Responsibilities:• Manage all aspects of payroll compliance, including payroll taxes, garnishments, and adherence to updated tax laws.• Oversee and ensure timely resolution of employee inquiries related to payroll tax and compliance through ServiceNow cases.• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of payroll tax processes.• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.• Maintain and update standard operating procedures for the payroll tax team to ensure accuracy and consistency.• Collaborate with the Payroll Director to address and resolve payroll tax and compliance issues proactively.• Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll tax matters, including state, local, and provincial setups.• Manage quarterly payroll tax balancing and support the Payroll Director in ensuring a smooth year-end process.• Train, mentor, and support payroll tax team members to enhance their skills and performance.• Continuously seek opportunities for process optimization and improvement. Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision PTO 401K Salary: 110K - 140K
2025-05-16T15:54:03Z

Tax Analyst/Manager/Director

Lake Forest, IL
onsite
Permanent
110000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Analyst/Manager/Director to oversee payroll tax compliance and processes for North America. In this role, you will ensure adherence to internal controls, government regulations, and organizational standards while managing a team and collaborating with an outsourced payroll partner. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in payroll operations, tax compliance, vendor management, and systems, along with a commitment to delivering a seamless employee experience. Responsibilities:• Oversee payroll tax compliance for approximately 20,000 employees across North America, ensuring adherence to regulations and internal controls.• Manage a payroll team and collaborate with outsourced payroll partners to meet service level agreements and quality benchmarks.• Develop and monitor key performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of payroll tax processes.• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize payroll operations.• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of payroll tax setups, including state, local, and provincial taxes.• Maintain and update standard operating procedures for payroll tax processes.• Conduct quarterly balancing and provide support for year-end audits and reporting.• Train, mentor, and support the payroll tax team to foster growth and efficiency.• Act as a subject matter expert on payroll tax issues, providing guidance to employees and managers.• Address payroll tax and compliance concerns, escalating issues to the Payroll Director as needed. Benefits-We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off and parental leave.
2025-05-28T15:04:59Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary
38.00 - 42.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is actively looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to join our clients team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on overseeing HR operations, including recruiting, payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and employee relations. This is your opportunity to lead crucial HR initiatives and support a transformative mission that changes lives! If you thrive in fast-paced, purpose-driven environments and have nonprofit and payroll experience, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead recruitment efforts, onboarding, and talent management.</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment laws and organizational policies.</li><li>Manage payroll processing, benefits administration, and assist employees with claim issues.</li><li>Oversee employee performance reviews, disciplinary meetings, and employee investigations.</li><li>Design and deliver training and development initiatives.</li><li>Maintain employee records, HRIS, and manage attendance tracking for PTO and leave.</li></ul> Benefits available to contract 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.
2025-05-27T17:58:44Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This position is a Contract-to-permanent opportunity, offering the chance to advance your career while contributing to a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in full-cycle accounts payable, payroll processing, and vendor communication, as well as familiarity with accounting software platforms. Responsibilities:• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices using Yardi Voyager.• Communicate effectively with vendors to resolve payment issues and troubleshoot discrepancies.• Assist with payroll processing several days a month, ensuring accurate and compliant payroll operations.• Perform light accounting tasks, including account coding and accrual entries.• Utilize accounting software systems such as ADP, Concur, and Yardi platforms for financial operations.• Conduct audits and reviews to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.• Monitor automated clearing house (ACH) transactions and maintain accurate records.• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.• Ensure adherence to all regulatory and organizational standards within accounts payable and payroll functions.
2025-05-15T19:56:02Z

Accounting Manager

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
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 Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Accounting Manager position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks. 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 Accounting Manager reports directly to the Director of Finance & Accounting. GENERAL FUNCTIONS + RESPONSIBILITIES · Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department, including AP, AR, general ledger, account reconciliation, payroll/payroll taxes, sales taxes, accruals, intercompany transactions, and both internal and external reporting· Review general ledger (G/L) activity to ensure all activity is properly recorded and reflected in G/L· Prepare and analyze monthly, QTD, and YTD financial statements and related reports including, but not limited to, balance sheets, income statements, cash-flow statements, and budget-to-actual variance analyses· Provide leadership and guidance to more junior team members within the department, and assist in the hiring, training, and retention of skilled accounting staff· Responsible for treasury management, including the maintenance and reconciliation of store level and corporate bank accounts, safes, and cash forecasting· Timely filing and payment of State and Local tax obligations; supports preparation of annual tax documents · Evaluation and implementation of accounting and internal control systems and software· Provide financial analyses as needed, including but not limited to capital planning, pricing decisions, COGS, labor patterns, inventory variances, and vendor contract negotiations
2025-05-01T17:18:44Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Homewood, IL
onsite
Temporary
21.85 - 23.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Homewood, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has exceptional attention to detail. You will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of supplier invoice processing while contributing to the overall operations of a machinery manufacturing company. Responsibilities:• Accurately input supplier invoices into the company’s accounting system.• Investigate and resolve purchase order discrepancies and variances.• Communicate effectively with suppliers regarding invoices, statements, and payment inquiries.• Collaborate with team members to support the automated document management system.• Handle special projects as assigned to meet organizational needs.• Process a high volume of invoices, averaging 300-400 entries daily.• Utilize Epicor software for accounts payable tasks and data management.• Maintain a detail-oriented approach while adhering to business casual dress code (jeans permitted on Fridays). The salary range for this position is $22/hr to $23/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 Robert Half Benefits Website for more information.
2025-05-13T20:18:43Z

Accounting Manager

Des Plaines, IL
onsite
Permanent
120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
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 Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? Position Overview:The Accounting Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, with a focus on maintaining the integrity of financial processes and facilitating month-end close activities. This role involves managing a team, implementing process improvements, ensuring compliance, and providing valuable insights to internal stakeholders. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage and lead the accounting department, supervising basic accounting functions including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), Payroll (P/R), General Ledger (G/L), and tax payments.</li><li>Drive process improvement initiatives within the accounting department to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries and monthly general ledger account reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Assist in establishing and documenting internal controls to maintain a robust control environment, overseeing adherence to control procedures.</li><li>Monitor and assess departmental activities, optimizing procedures and resource allocation while upholding a high level of precision.</li><li>Lead the development and growth of the accounting team, providing coaching, performance management, and development planning.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Finance, Planning & amp; Analysis (FP& A) to provide analysis, support, and insights to internal stakeholders and executive leadership.</li><li>Generate supporting schedules for audits and tax-related activities, ensuring accurate and timely information.</li></ul>
2025-05-14T20:04:35Z

Accounting Manager

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
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 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. Job Description<ul><li>Management of all financial accounting functions of the firm.</li><li>Leads the firm's budgeting and expense management processes, including the development of annual operating budgets and financial projections and periodic variance review</li><li>Ensures the accuracy of monthly financial reporting and assists external CPA in the preparation of financial reports</li><li>Manages all daily accounting functions: bank reconciliations, cash receipts/accounts receivables</li><li>Handles partner distribution, payroll, 401k administration, benefits administration, and expense report management</li><li>Supervises Accounting Assistant in the Accounts Payable and Billing functions</li><li>Works closely with Accounting Consultant in London client billing</li><li>Works closely with Office Manager in human resource and benefits and facilities and vendor contract management</li><li>May participate in the strategic planning of operations</li><li>Management of all billing functions of the firm.</li><li>Tracks and reports on timekeeper hours</li><li>Prepares prebills and reviews edits by billing partner(s)</li><li>Verifies the accuracy of billing entries and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepares invoices for submission to clients via various Ebilling platforms or by email, dependent on client requirements</li><li>Monitors accounts receivable and collection efforts</li><li>Submits budgets per client requirements</li><li>Works closely with billing partners on bill appeals</li></ul>
2025-05-14T19:58:43Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is here!’ 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. Job DescriptionThe desired candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is detail-oriented, well organized, and can manage competing priorities while meeting constant deadlines. Specific job responsibilities<ul><li>Perform the accounts payable cycle to ensure timely payments of invoices to vendors, from receipt of invoices to finalizing payments, including:</li><li>Enter invoices into the accounts payable system (SAP Concur).</li><li>Gain the proper business and financial statement knowledge to administer accurate coding of each invoice, including expense categorization, approval workflow, and other applicable fields necessary for business reporting.</li><li>Assist with monitoring the accounts payable email inbox.</li><li>Prepare batch ACH and check runs, as well as wire transfers.</li><li>Ensure payment success and that all invoices are accounted for in the general ledger and the accounts payable system.</li><li>Investigate and resolve issues associated with invoice processing internally with business owners and externally with vendors.</li><li>Provide support during mergers and acquisitions, including assistance with integration of merger firm accounts payable processes and new vendor onboarding.</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment status of invoices and other ad-hoc requests.</li><li>Review and approve employee expense reimbursement reports, including verification of mandatory documentation and expensing coding accuracy.</li><li>Review, code, and reconcile monthly corporate credit card transactions.</li><li>Assist with IRS 1099 compliance and reporting.</li><li>Assist with monthly tasks, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and determining appropriate accruals.</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including depositing checks, posting receipts, and researching discrepancies.</li><li>General accounting assistance: scanning, organizing, and filing accounting documentation, opening and sorting mail for the accounting team.</li><li>Special projects or ad-hoc requests, as required. </li></ul>
2025-05-14T19:29:19Z

Payroll Clerk

Elmhurst, IL
onsite
Permanent
80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to manage and process payroll operations for our organization near Villa Park, Illinois. This role involves overseeing full-cycle payroll functions, ensuring compliance with union regulations, and maintaining accurate records. If you are skilled in payroll systems and possess strong organizational abilities, we encourage you to apply. This role will offer a salary between 80K-95K with medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k and paid time off. Responsibilities:• Process and manage complex semi-monthly and hourly payroll operations accurately and on time.• Ensure compliance with union agreements and organizational policies.• Maintain and reconcile payroll-related accounts within the general ledger.• Handle garnishments, deductions, and benefits administration with precision.• Utilize payroll software, such as ADP Workforce Now, to streamline processes.• Audit payroll data for accuracy and address discrepancies promptly.• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure seamless operations.• Generate payroll reports and provide insights to support financial planning.• Stay updated on payroll regulations and implement necessary changes to maintain compliance.
2025-05-15T19:56:02Z

Accounting Manager

Lincolnwood, IL
onsite
Permanent
120000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
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 High-End Firm looking to build new team quickly due to rapid expansion. Job Description:· Assist will all aspects of accounting;, financial statements, general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, tax compliance, revenue recognition, and various special analyses· Manage all payments made for debts, bank loans, and other large quantities of money· Monitor cash and funding balances· Assist in review and analyze quarterly/annual financial reports· Advise on financial analyses and decision-making matters with management· Organize information and statements for audits and both internal and external auditors· Complying with all local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, tax filings, and reporting· Managing all aspects of the General Ledger· Assisting in the annual budgeting process· Ensuring company complies with all additional legal and regulatory requirements
2025-05-19T16:34:20Z

Tax & Accounting Senior Manager - Public

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
160000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $160,000-$180,000 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 We are seeking a Tax and Accounting Senior Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves overseeing accounting and tax functions, including managing a team of accounting professionals, handling financial transactions, and preparing financial accounting data for multiple entities. Job Responsibilities:• Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, variance analysis, and key financial metrics for multiple entities.• Review and ensure accuracy of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.• Lead a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance and training as needed.• Manage the entire lifecycle of accounting for income taxes, including annual, quarterly, and forecasted tax rate computations.• Oversee and review other accounting areas such as Accounts Payable, Payroll, Taxes, and Revenue operations.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and controls.• Understand and manage complex partnership tax structures and transactions.• Research tax issues and communicate implications of investment decisions to senior management.• Coordinate compliance work, including the preparation and timely filing of tax returns for partnerships.• Document and manage the process for quarterly estimates and filings.
2025-05-19T16:59:06Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Lincolnshire, IL
onsite
Temporary
23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Lincolnshire, Illinois. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in managing accounts payable processes and supporting financial operations. The role requires a strong understanding of accounting systems and practices, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process and review invoices for accuracy, ensuring proper coding and timely payment to vendors. • Reconcile accounts payable transactions, addressing discrepancies and resolving issues as needed. • Utilize accounting software systems, such as Great Plains and ERP platforms, to manage financial data effectively. • Handle ACH payments, accrual accounting, and other electronic payment processes with precision. • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures. • Assist in auditing processes by preparing and providing necessary documentation. • Manage expense reports through Concur, ensuring adherence to company guidelines. • Monitor and maintain accurate records of accounts payable activities. • Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable. • Provide recommendations for process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
2025-05-21T22:28:45Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
100000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
Responsibilities• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements• Oversight of receivables, payables, payroll, commissions and financial reporting• Journal entries and analysis• Complete bank and trading reconciliations• Perform monthly analysis of income statement and balance sheet items• Chart of accounts• Collaborate with Finance Director to create budgets and cost controls• Financial and key metric reporting• Budgeting, auditing, taxes Benefits<ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>401K</li><li>PTO</li></ul>
2025-05-27T17:05:36Z

Sr. AR Accountant

Plainfield, IL
onsite
Permanent
75000.00 - 80000.00 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 john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m Job Description PositionThis role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team. This position will have a close working relationship with the accounting, payroll, and finance team members as well as leadership throughout the organization. Responsibilities and core functional areas<ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers.</li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul>
2025-05-01T16:24:42Z

Sr. Accountant

Plainfield, IL
onsite
Permanent
75000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $75,000-$80,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m Spring will be here before you know it! Want to be with a company that will ensure you get to enjoy the warm weather when it gets here? You don't have to be a 'people person' to want to work for a company that prioritize cultivating a healthy work environment for their employees while emphasizing the importance of a work-life balance. PositionThis role reports into the Finance Manager and is responsible for providing lead accounting support for our accounting function. This position contributes to our financial health through responsibilities that include: lead for new contract setup; accounts receivable lead for the company, and accounting system and work process training for the accounting and payroll team. Responsibilities and core functional areas<ul><li>New contract setup and maintenance in our accounting systems including dissemination of new contract info to the rest of the accounting team.</li><li>Responsibility for centralized system-wide accounts receivable, ensuring that invoicing and receivable functions are administered with best practices.</li><li>In collaboration with the accounting manager, provide budget system inputting and reporting, as well as updates as needed.</li><li>Liaison between internal program managers, billing departments and government contract managers. </li><li>Responsibility for accounting and reporting for joint venture and sub-contractor partnerships, ensuring that timely payable and receivable processes occur, in close cross-functional working relationship with the Finance Manager.</li><li>Prepare documents for auditing as needed. Identify and prevent gaps in processing using technology, team-based work processes and the use of reporting.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service and follow up, both internally to MEL and externally with our outside partners.</li><li>Using our financial systems, Excel and other accounting tools and software, analyze trends and create reports as needed.</li><li>Other projects as assigned.</li></ul>
2025-05-06T17:24:09Z

Bookkeeper

East Dundee, IL
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
20.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
Searching for a bookkeeper. This position is fully on-site in East Dundee, IL. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity and will start part time (Tuesday-Thursday), 15 hours a week. Once converted, this position will transition into full time (40 hours weekly). Duties include: Filing monthly union reports and payment of fringes and duesRecording daily financial transactionsPreparation and submission of Quarterly ReportsReconciling of various bank accountsPayment of invoices for vendorsAssisting in financial activities Preparing payroll weekly using QuickBooksPreparing financial reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing accounting dataMaintaining a balanced general ledgerEstablish different accounts as neededAssisting with accounts payable and receivables.Assisting with collecting employee daily hours.Assisting with and creating job tracking reportsFiling federal and state payroll taxes, etc.Answering phones, light filing, general office workCreating new employee files and collecting pertinent informationSupporting all office staff as needed
2025-05-08T22:08:41Z

AR Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000 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 Job Description: The A/R Specialist will manage the timely and accurate collection of customer receivables for the Organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the collection, processing, and reconciliation of outstanding receivables. position supports the Company’s objectives through building relationships with customers, working cross-functionally with departments and monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators. Responsibilities<ul><li>Monitor the accurate and timely generation of customer invoices, ensuring compliance with established billing policies and procedures.</li><li>Review and verify the accuracy of invoices and other billing documents.</li><li>Maintain consistent communication with contact(s) at customer to ensure prompt payment and resolve any outstanding payment issues.</li><li>Reconciliation of assigned customer accounts to identify and address discrepancies or variances.</li><li>Investigate and resolve customer inquiries related to billing discrepancies or account issues.</li><li>Prepare and maintain accounts receivable reporting, including aging analysis and collection forecasts.</li><li>Monitor and track customer payment trends, identifying potential risks and opportunities for process improvement.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and financial reporting.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.</li><li>Stay up to date with industry best practices and regulations related to accounts receivable and billing. </li></ul>
2025-05-20T13:59:02Z

Accounting Clerk

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent
55000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m Work from home options, generous vacation days every year, top tier benefits, competitive pay rates and VERY lucrative bonuses. If that sounds like something you want, keep reading. This role will play an integral role in designing and building these processes, as well as collaborating with business partners to implement them throughout the organization. Responsibilities • Ability to complete AP/AR/Payroll related duties• Apply and research client payments and prepare deposits• Process and code invoices for payment• Prepare related journal entries• Assist in Employee Expense/Company Credit Card processing (Expensify)• Meet processing and reporting deadlines• Support Brokerage Offices by entering and processing AP/AR requests• Responding to information requests from Brokerage Offices• Assisting the Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects, as needed
2025-05-01T17:14:04Z

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