Grant Accounting Manager / Senior Accountant
Location: Elkhart, Indiana Type: Direct Hire Job #28579 Salary: $110,000 Location: Naperville, IL (4–5 days onsite required for local candidates — onsite is non-negotiable) Fully Remote considered for out-of-state candidates Employment Type: Direct Hire or Contract-to-Hire Compensation: $85,000 – $110,000 base salary (dependent on experience) + Bonus Eligible About the Role: IFG US’s client is seeking a Grant Accounting Manager or Senior Grant Accountant (title based on experience) to support its continued growth. Reporting to the VP & Controller, this individual will lead and manage accounting activities related to grant funding, ensuring compliance, accurate reporting, and effective documentation. This role plays a key part in helping the organization maximize the value of its grant programs while maintaining strong accounting controls and transparency. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the accounting, tracking, and reporting of grant-related activity Ensure compliance with grant agreements, regulatory requirements, and internal policies Prepare, review, and submit grant reimbursement requests and supporting documentation Maintain detailed schedules, supporting files, and audit-ready documentation Partner with internal departments to gather information and ensure appropriate use of grant funds Support month-end and year-end close processes related to grant activity Assist with financial reporting, analysis, and presentations for leadership As experience dictates, may mentor junior staff or help enhance grant-related processes Qualifications: Experience in grant accounting, compliance, or administration is required Strong understanding of financial reporting and documentation standards Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail Proficient with Excel and general ledger systems Manager-level candidates should have demonstrated experience leading processes or teams Ideal Candidate Traits: Proactive, resourceful, and able to manage deadlines Comfortable working in a growing, evolving environment Clear communicator with strong documentation and follow-through skills Apply Now
Admin Support / Accounts Payable Analyst
Location: Elkhart, Indiana Type: Direct Hire Job #28578 Salary: $55,000 Location: Naperville, IL (Onsite 4–5 days per week — onsite requirement is non-negotiable) Employment Type: Direct Hire or Contract-to-Hire Compensation: Targeting approximately $55,000 (flexible based on experience) About the Role: IFG US’s client is experiencing rapid growth and is seeking an Administrative / Accounts Payable Support Specialist to join their Accounting team. This role will support the VP & Controller and the broader finance function with daily administrative tasks, document management, and Accounts Payable support activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn within a growing company environment. A college degree is not required. Key Responsibilities: Provide administrative support to the Accounting and AP teams File, organize, and maintain accounting and AP documentation Retrieve and prepare documents for audits, vendor inquiries, and internal requests Assist with processing invoices, payment runs, and vendor updates as needed Perform basic data entry and verification tasks Help ensure accurate and complete financial records Ideal Background: Previous administrative or office support experience, ideally within a finance or accounting environment Experience organizing files, handling paperwork, or maintaining documentation systems General understanding of Accounts Payable processes is helpful but not required Strong attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn Comfortable working onsite and collaborating with internal team members daily Apply Now
Corporate Controller
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28577 Salary: $195,000 IFG US is recruiting for Corporate Controller position with company that prides itself on a great culture while continuing to grow organically. You will lead a stable, competent team with 6 direct reports and +30 total in your organization. The Corporate Controller will report directly to the CFO. Our client offers a hybrid office schedule in downtown Chicago that allows one to work from home 2 days a week. Any travel required will be meaningful. Only candidates local to Chicago will be considered at this time. Responsibilities: -Month-end close process, ensuring timely, accurate financial statements. -Financial reporting and variance analysis to senior leadership. -Maintain and enhance internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure financial integrity. -Lead external audits and ensure full compliance with US GAAP and regulatory standards. -Collaborate cross-functionally to provide financial insights and drive decisions. -Financial analysis and presentations. -Oversee payroll accounting and ensure accurate cost allocations. -Identify and implement process improvements and leverage technology and automation to streamline accounting workflows. Requirements: -8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or industry roles. -Degree in Accounting or closely related field. -CPA -Deep knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards. -Management experience. -Strong Excel and financial systems; ERP experience preferred. For immediate consideration, please email your resume to ericmaleski@ifgus.com Apply Now
Vice President Finance
Location: Deerfield, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28576 Salary: $225,000 IFG US is partnering with a high growth service company looking for a VP Finance. If you are the type to thrive in a fast paced, high growth environment, this is the role for you. The ideal candidate is one that comes with 10+ years of progressive Finance experience within a service based / project based company. As a core member of the finance team, this position oversees the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function. Key responsibilities include managing the annual budgeting and planning cycle, leading periodic forecasts and financial reporting, supporting acquisition integration, and conducting various financial and systems analyses as needed. The role is also responsible for developing strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, maintaining compliance, and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency. Additionally, this position contributes to company-wide initiatives focused on process improvement, automation, and strategic growth. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the role currently manages three team members, with plans to expand the FP&A team as the corporate and regional finance structures continue to grow. Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Analysis: Lead the preparation of monthly financial statements, management reports, variance analyses, and profitability reports. Provide clear written explanations of key trends and drivers to support executive decisions. Performance Metrics: Analyze non-financial data, including orders, backlog, and employee utilization, to evaluate business performance. Financial Planning: Oversee annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes. Track project performance and interpret results for leadership. Cash Flow & Capital Management: Develop detailed cash flow forecasts to inform capital allocation decisions, including investments and debt management. Process Improvement & Systems: Lead initiatives to enhance financial processes and implement or upgrade reporting systems. Maintain and improve financial reporting tools. Financial Modeling & Strategic Support: Build financial models, contribute to cross-functional projects, and provide analysis to support strategic initiatives. Acquisitions & Integration: Support company acquisitions, including financial and operational integration, pro-forma analysis, and return assessments. Corporate Finance Initiatives: Assist with organization-wide finance projects, including standardized reporting, system implementations, and acquisition support. Other Duties: Perform ad hoc financial analyses and other responsibilities as assigned. Experience & Competencies: Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting CPA license and/or MBA preferred 10+ years of progressive experience; preferably within public accounting, publicly traded companies, or private equity backed companies. Experience in a service based / project based company Planful FP&A platform experience preferred. Apply Now
Finance Manager
Location: Deerfield, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28574 Salary: $135,000 IFG US is partnering with a high growth service company looking for a Finance Manager. If you are the type to thrive in a fast paced, high growth environment, this is the role for you. The ideal candidate is one that comes with 5+ years of progressive Finance experience within a service based / project based company that has three statement modeling experience with financial systems experience. Compensation is $130,000 – $140,000 plus bonus. Responsibilities Lead the development of the annual budget, periodic forecasts, and multi-year strategic plans in partnership with business leaders and executive management. Support alignment between operational and financial goals through effective collaboration and communication. Prepare and consolidate monthly management reports that summarize business performance for senior leadership and the board. Analyze financial results, identifying trends, variances, and key drivers compared to prior periods and forecasts. Partner with corporate departments and leadership to produce detailed variance analyses and ensure accuracy in reporting. Support senior finance leadership in building and maintaining financial models for strategic initiatives, scenario planning, mergers and acquisitions, and long-range forecasting. Serve as the administrator for financial consolidation and reporting software used for actuals, budgeting, and forecasting. Collaborate with newly acquired entities to integrate their financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring consistency with the organization’s financial structure. Provide analytical and reporting support to senior finance leadership on special projects, strategic decisions, and emerging business needs. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance 5+ years progressive financial analysis experience Proficient in financial systems such as Planful and Oracle Apply Now
Associate Brand Manager
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28572 Salary: $100,000 Industry: Food Manufacturing Position: Associate Brand Manager ($90,000 – $110,000 + 10% bonus) Reports To: VP of Marketing Location: Chicago, IL (3 days in office is the minimum expectation; downtown near train station) Job Overview: The Associate Brand Manager will support senior marketing colleagues in project management and operative tasks while leading key activities in communication, media, and product launches. This role focuses on business follow-up, promotions execution, sales liaison, and social/eCommerce collaboration with involvement in portfolio execution activities. The position requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration ability, and experience in brand marketing within the food/beverage industry. Key Responsibilities: Marketing Planning & Strategy: Support senior colleagues in providing information to the Marketing VP and other local functions to define volumes and sales value budgets with required SKU and packaging details Assist in managing advertising, promotion, research, and market analysis costs Participate in consumer/shopper understanding activities including competition analysis and store checks Partner with Sales team to create and deliver best-in-class selling stories, sales materials, and strong in-store execution Portfolio Execution: Perform market analysis to support senior colleagues in defining actual positioning compared to competitors’ actions Deliver tactical launches/relaunches for assigned brand(s) Lead and/or support briefing of design/repro agencies for artwork development Obtain proper authorization and collaboration from involved departments Lead artwork operative processes and final artwork and repro approvals Communication & Media: Lead and support implementation of advertising strategies received from the Marketing VP Support assessment/analysis of communication results and impacts, collaborating with involved departments for data availability Support senior colleagues in conventional and digital media planning and follow-up Partner with internal Social Media/ECommerce specialists or agency partners to develop appropriate social media and eCommerce content and promotions Serve as brand liaison for eCommerce marketing and content, Amazon brand pages, and Retailer.com platforms Promotions: Lead and/or support material development activities and consumer promotion execution Assist in definition and implementation of promotions setup and related content in conjunction with Trade Marketing Provide assessment of promotions, sponsorships, or co-marketing activities to allow evaluations with VP and Trade Marketing team Cooperate with Legal department to deliver required information for promotions and sponsorships contracts Support periodic alignment with Sales Force and Trade Marketing team to evaluate project efficiency and competitors’ behavior Business Follow-Up: Perform sales and consumer KPIs monitoring and follow-up, from data collection to defining action plans Track brand budget, process and code invoices, raise POs, reconcile expenses to projects, and highlight opportunities or risks Lead relevant team and project meetings, record minutes, capture actions, and ensure follow-ups Research: Participate in follow-up of studies dealing with operational issues such as pre/post-test and performance of new packaging or flavors Conduct data and results analysis of research projects, supporting preliminary insights and next steps proposals Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field 1-3 years of brand marketing experience Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Proficiency in project management and prioritization Strong analytical ability Experience using syndicated data sources such as IRI/Circana or Nielsen Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal skills Leadership and collaboration skills Ability to create and embrace change Preferred Qualifications: Food/Beverage or CPG industry experience Shopper marketing exposure Experience with social media and eCommerce platforms Advanced Excel and data visualization skills Working Conditions: Full-time position based in Chicago, IL – Hybrid arrangement (50% onsite) Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and strong multi-tasking abilities Collaborative team environment with cross-functional interaction For immediate consideration, please email your resume in Word format to Cameron at cameronwall@ifgus.com. Apply Now
Senior Accountant
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28571 Salary: $100,000 Industry: Food Manufacturing Position: Senior Accountant ($90,000 – $110,000 plus a bonus) Reports To: Corporate Controller Location: Chicago, IL Summary The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing complex accounting tasks, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of GAAP and IFRS, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in driving process improvements and supporting strategic financial initiatives across the organization. Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Analysis Support and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including journal entries and accruals, postings and reversals Assist in month-end and year-end close processes Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies Ensure compliance with GAAP and IFRS internal accounting policies Support budgeting and forecasting processes Audit & Compliance Support Assist with audits (internal and external) by providing required documentation Review and improve internal controls and accounting procedures Ensure adherence to financial controls and procurement policies Assist with audits as needed Expense Management & Administration Manage company travel and expense reports and submission for employee payment reimbursements Ensure proper governance to company T&E policies Process and code invoices, raise purchase orders, and reconcile expenses to projects Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting Build partnership with accounts receivable and accounts payable departments, and support backfill duties as needed Support monthly closing meetings and accrual cost tracking with sub departments in Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain and Corporate cost centers Support Operations Finance to manage fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules Mentor or review the work of junior accounting staff as needed Systems & Process Improvement Support the implementation of ERP and system general ledger accounts Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives Maintain proficiency with accounting software and systems Qualifications: Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 3-5+ years of professional accounting experience Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in Consumer Product and Food Manufacturing CPA preferred but not required Familiarity with ERP systems (Sage, Oracle, Infor, and SAP) Knowledge/awareness of Ferrero culture and organization Advanced data analysis and visualization skills Project management experience For immediate consideration, please email your resume in Word format to Cameron at cameronwall@ifgus.com. Apply Now
Tax Managers
Location: Lincolnshire, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28570 Salary: $150,000 Title: Tax Managers Location: Greater Chicago area Salary: $110K-$180K plus bonus Tax Manager – Private Wealth and High-Net-Worth Clients We are seeking an ambitious and curious Tax Managers with expertise in private wealth and high-net-worth taxation. The ideal candidate is passionate about mentoring, continuous learning, and delivering exceptional client service. Responsibilities Lead tax engagements with a proactive, client-focused mindset. Develop and maintain strong client relationships while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Provide strategic and proactive tax advice, particularly within private wealth and high-net-worth areas. Collaborate with leadership to creatively solve issues and implement process improvements. Utilize technology to enhance efficiency and automate internal and client workflows. Mentor and develop junior team members, working closely with senior leaders. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 5+ years of tax experience in public accounting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role preferred. Active CPA license required. Expertise in Individual, Gift, Estate, and Trust income tax compliance, including review of complex returns. Strong background in advisory services and delivering practical tax solutions. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and project management skills. Committed to professional development and fostering team growth. Ability to work effectively in-office or on a hybrid schedule. Apply Now
Accounting Consultant – Property Accountant
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Contract Job #28568 IFG US’s client is seeking an experienced Accounting Consultant for a remote contract opportunity lasting approximately 2–3 months. Key Responsibilities: Perform complex account reconciliations and accrual analysis (prepaids) Investigate account discrepancies Prepare and post corrective journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting Ideal Candidate: Strong attention to detail and analytical skills Hands-on experience with reconciliations and month-end close activities Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment Apply Now
Financial Analyst
Location: NW Suburbs, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28566 Salary: $85,000 IFG US’s Fortune 500 client is adding a Financial Analyst to their team. This role offers exciting opportunities to leverage both modeling and interpersonal skills. The right person for this role enjoys pulling data to analyze revenue and expenses to improve earnings potential. This is not an entry-level position, as our client is seeking a minimum of 2 years of experience. Responsibilities: Advanced Excel and business modeling skills, including but not limited to: Pivot tables, V-Lookups, etc. Identify trends in revenue and expenses Perform month-end/quarter-end/year-end close duties Prepare annual budgets, and monthly and quarterly forecasts Provide clear analyses on trends and causes of variances and convert those findings into recommendations that align with monthly, quarterly, and annual goals Work closely with the Director to identify and build out new processes and improve the existing finance processes Perform ad-hoc business analyses and financial modeling Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 3 years related experience required Strong Excel and financial management software skills are essential Degree in Accounting or Finance Office Schedule Only 1 day a week in the office (NW suburbs) For immediate consideration, please email your resume to ericmaleski@ifgus.com Apply Now