Sr. Payroll Manager
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28561 Salary: $150,000 IFG US’s client, a global manufacturing company, is looking for a Senior Payroll Manager. Position Summary The Senior Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of payroll operations for the U.S. and global workforce. As a strategic leader, you will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with federal/state/local laws, process improvements, and integration with HR systems. This role will lead a small team and collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Tax, and Legal teams. Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll operations (biweekly, semi-monthly, etc.) for all U.S. employees (and international if applicable). Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, regulations, and reporting. Lead payroll tax filings, reconciliations, audits, and year-end reporting (W-2s, 1099s, state returns, etc.). Develop, implement, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard accuracy and consistency. Manage payroll-related audits (internal, external) and respond to inquiries / exceptions. Partner with HR, Benefits, and Time & Attendance teams to integrate systems (HRIS, time clocks, etc.). Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives (e.g. expand system capabilities, streamline manual processes, reduce errors). Supervise, mentor, and develop payroll staff; ensure training, performance reviews, and succession planning. Monitor and analyze payroll metrics (e.g. error rates, processing times, cost) and present to senior management. Serve as subject-matter expert for payroll matters, advising Finance, HR, and leadership on compensation, deductions, garnishments, wage & hour, leave management. Ensure security and confidentiality of payroll data, maintain appropriate segregation of duties. Stay current on changing payroll regulations, tax law updates, and best practices in payroll technology. Qualifications & Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 8+ years of progressive payroll experience, including managing payroll for a large organization. Prior leadership or supervisory experience in payroll operations. Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll laws, tax regulations, wage and hour, deductions, and garnishments. Hands-on experience with ADP payroll system. Strong analytical, process-improvement, and project-management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. High integrity, attention to detail, and confidentiality. Proficiency in Excel and data analytics tools. Preferred / Nice-to-have: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or similar credential. Experience with global or multi-country payroll. Experience leading payroll technology implementations or migrations. Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment. Familiarity with HRIS and ERP systems integration (e.g. Workday, SAP, Oracle). Apply Now
Senior Financial Analyst
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28560 Salary: $100,000 Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Forecasting Lead the development of annual budgets and forecasts in alignment with the organization’s strategic goals. Collaborate with business units to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and ensure accuracy. Management Reporting & Analysis Prepare and present monthly reports for leadership, highlighting key trends, variances, and KPIs. Analyze results versus budget, forecast, and prior year, providing clear recommendations to improve performance. Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions. Systems & Process Improvements Support the implementation and optimization of the NetSuite Planning & Budgeting tool. Train and support end-users to ensure adoption and effectiveness. Continuously enhance FP&A processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency. Cross-Functional Partnership Serve as a trusted advisor to business partners, providing financial insights and decision support. Foster a culture of financial accountability and data-driven decision-making across the organization. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. 5–7+ years of experience in FP&A or Corporate Finance. Strong financial modeling and advanced Excel skills. Experience with NetSuite Planning & Budgeting highly preferred; knowledge of Power BI or Tableau a plus. Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. High attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive mindset. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive initiatives forward. Apply Now
Billing Coordinator
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28559 Salary: $75,000 IFG US is partnering with a company in Chicago looking for a Billing Coordinator to add to their team. The position will have a variety of billing-related duties and will handle client matters. Responsibilities Accurately and efficiently process complex invoices in a timely manner. Prepare and finalize monthly attorney-client billing statements. Upload monthly disbursement records, ensuring correct amounts are charged. Generate invoices using Aderant BillBlast or other assigned e-billing systems. Complete detailed client account reconciliations as required. Confirm that invoices comply with client and attorney billing guidelines. Review and revise pre-bills based on attorney feedback. Apply retainer balances and issue refunds at the attorney’s direction. Record write-offs in alignment with firm policies. Audit billing data and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy. Research and resolve billing and e-billing questions or discrepancies. Develop new billing formats when needed. Contribute to department and firm-wide projects as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree preferred 5+ years of law firm billing experience, preferably using Aderant systems Understanding of engagement letters and interpret matter-level rate structures Strong preference for e-billing and troubleshooting experience Apply Now
Audit Manager: Non-Profit
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28553 Salary: $130,000 IFG US is partnering with a leading client to hire an Audit Manager with Non-Profit experience. This hybrid roles offer flexibility and the option to work out of any of the company’s offices in Chicago or the northern or western suburbs. Overview Multitasking multiple engagements Working on mid-sized, nonprofit clients (501c3 organizations) Reviewing senior and staff auditors’ work before submitting it to the director Developing relationships with assigned clients and those in their area of expertise Monitoring the progress of audits based on budgets and deadlines Supervising, training, evaluating, and mentoring staff auditors Presenting audit reports and recommendations to senior management and possibly the audit committee of the board of directors Keeping up to date with the latest developments in GAAP and determining how they affect the firm and its clients Apply Now
FP&A Analyst
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28538 Salary: $85,000 IFG is partnering with a financial services organization in Chicago looking to hire a FP&A Analyst. Reporting to the Senior Analyst, FP&A with a dotted line to the Senior Director, Finance and working close by the CFO, this role will support the business unit with monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial analysis, variance analysis, market analysis, and ad-hoc reporting. Requirements: Development and execution of the company's financial strategy, aligning financial goals with overall business objectives Compare and analyze incentive fees against business production, reporting variances and findings Conduct research on revenue variances by client and identify root causes for these variances Partner with the Accounts Receivable team to strategize and improve collections Prepare/evaluate complex financial reports, providing insights and recommendations for revenue enhancement and cost recovery Develop/maintain intricate financial models that provide a basis for strategic financial planning and forecasting Utilize advanced financial modeling techniques to simulate various financial scenarios, enabling the company to make informed decisions about investments, resource allocation, and risk assessment Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities. Provide data-driven insights to guide decision-making related to market expansion or diversification Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field Master's degree or relevant certification, such as CFA, is preferred 2 – 5 years’ demonstrated experience with financial analysis Experience in mortgage, servicing, or similar industry strongly preferred Experience in Planful or similar FP&A Reporting software preferred Experience in NetSuite or similar general ledger software preferred Strong skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Apply Now
Staff Accountant
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28537 Salary: $85,000 IFG is partnering with a multi-billion dollar company in downtown that is looking to hire a Staff Accountant. The role will have close the books responsibilities including journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet/income statement fluctuations, key financial controls and financial statement reporting. This person will work with several departments across regulatory, legal, finance and operations. They are in the office 3 days a week; however, the first 7 business days for close they work fully remote. Candidates need to have experience in either mid- to large- public accounting and / or large public company accounting and prior manager experience. CPA/MBA preferred. Need have a minimum of 2 years of experience. They are very strict on this requirements. Compensation: $75K – $85K base plus 10% bonus Apply Now
Staff Accountant
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28530 Salary: $75,000 IFG US's client, located in the city of Chicago, is seeking a Staff Accountant. Staff Accountant The ideal candidate is a bright, self-starter who will provide key finance and accounting support to management. This individual will provide analysis that supports key initiatives, as well as have responsibility for preparing and analyzing reports for month-end close, while ensuring and adhering to strong financial internal controls. Responsibilities: Month end close including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, analyzing actual results, etc. Code & route department invoices for manager approval and accounts payable processing. Act as point of contact for accounts payable with centralized corporate function. Act as the main point of contact for customer billing, collections, and cash posting. Review monthly general ledger to ensure correct allocations/coding of expenses. Assist in internal and external financial audits. Ensure compliance with all tax filings through preparation and filing (i.e. sales and use, 1099, extensions, quarterly and annual filings). Ad hoc projects. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting 2+ years prior work experience in accounting. Ability to multitask internal and external requests. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Effective time management, detail oriented, and strong analytical skills. Proficiency with GAAP, Microsoft Office suite, general ledgers and accounts payable systems. Apply Now
Associate Staff Accountant
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28526 Salary: $67,000 IFG's client, located in the western suburbs, is looking for an Associate Staff Accountant. This is an entry level role that supports two departments: Revenue Accounting and Plant Accounting. This position provides a great introduction to corporate accounting. This role will have close the books responsibilities including journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet/income statement fluctuations, and financial statement reporting. This person will work with several departments across finance and accounting. In addition, this role will be involved in ad hoc projects, annual studies, and regulatory filings/data requests. This is a hybrid role coming into the office in Oakbrook Terrace on Tues, Wed and Thurs every week outside of the close week (first 7 business days). Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or Economics 0 – 2 years' experience in accounting CPA and/or Master's degree preferred Apply Now
High-Net-Worth Tax Manager
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28503 Salary: $130,000 IFG US is partnering with a client looking to add a Tax Manager to their growing team! This is a hybrid position, with the option to work from any of the company's offices in Chicago or the northern Chicago suburbs. Overview The Tax Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely review and preparation of high-net-worth clients’ individual, estate, gift, and fiduciary tax returns, whether prepared personally or under the supervision of others. Performs technical tax review (1040, 1041, 706, and 709) and management of governmental tax examinations and trust accountings. Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary. Delegates, manages, and performs tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product. Participates actively in client meetings and sophisticated tax planning efforts involving individual, estate, gift, and fiduciary tax consulting. Reviews and advises on clients’ estate plans. Acts as a resource for the tax preparation team and A&A staff on estate, trust, and gift tax issues. Stays informed and knowledgeable on technical standards and tax law. Assists and supervises tax preparers with the more complex individual, estate, gift, and fiduciary returns. Reviews wills and trusts pertaining to estate and fiduciary income tax returns. Apply Now
Audit Manager (2 Roles)
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28502 Salary: $130,000 IFG US is partnering with a leading client to hire two experienced Audit Managers—one in a generalist capacity and the other with a focus on real estate. These hybrid roles offer flexibility and the option to work out of any of the company’s offices in Chicago or the northern suburbs. Overview Multitasking multiple engagements Reviewing senior and staff auditors’ work before submitting it to the director Developing relationships with assigned clients and those in their area of expertise Monitoring the progress of audits based on budgets and deadlines Supervising, training, evaluating, and mentoring staff auditors Presenting audit reports and recommendations to senior management and possibly the audit committee of the board of directors Keeping up to date with the latest developments in GAAP and determining how they affect the firm and its clients Apply Now