Content Creator
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Contract Job #28229 Content Creator Length of Contract: Initially 6 months, likely to be extended Possibility of Extension/FTE?: Yes Remote but with the expectation for the first week and then occasionally as needed (2-4 times/month). Physical Working Location: Chicago or Brookfield WI or Milwaukee, WI Hours of Operation: 8:30 – 5:00 Job Description: • The Treasury & Payment Solutions (TPS) Content Creator is accountable for supporting product experts in the development of internal and external product-related sales materials and product collateral used throughout all of TPS Commercial Bank (US & CAN). • The individual will be assigned to Intake items based on request from Product management (often related to new product roll outs). • He or she will draw from previous banking experience (ideally from a Treasury Management Sales role) to help recommend how to best position products in the market for the Sales Team. • Responsible for producing quality professional looking documents (benefit sheets, pitch slides, Sales primers etc.) to help promote TPS product suite. • Responsible to obtain legal/compliance approval as well as working with approved translation companies as needed. Risk and Control • Ensure external documentation meets marketing requirements, and any Regulatory Compliance standards • Maintain the confidentiality of both customer and Bank information in accordance with Policies & Procedures • Act in accordance with all regulatory and compliance requirements • Follow security and safeguarding procedures in accordance with Policies and Procedures for the prevention of loss due to fraud, robbery, counterfeiting, money laundering or defalcation Knowledge/Sills/Experience: • BA or BS (marketing, business management, communications) • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills • Experience in graphic design/marketing of sales content or collateral • Experience communicating/presenting to all levels of management • 3-5 years experience in banking environment ideally within Treasury Management Sales or Product. • 3-5 years’ experience in one or more of the following areas: graphic design, project management, technical writing, marketing and sales support • Organization skills and attention to detail • High degree of expertise with Microsoft Office suite – especially Word and PowerPoint, but ideally also graphics programs like InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator. Nice to Have: French is a plus but not required. Highly considering candidates with: – Treasure manager experience – Sales experience – ideally in banking and Treasury – Previous banking Apply Now
Tax Partner
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28109 Tax Partner IFG's public accounting firm client has recently grown significantly from a standalone office to multiple locations. In this time the staff has more an quadrupled. They have a diverse client base, revenue between $1M – $500M with a national footprint.. This growth has led to a need. We are looking for a professional to head up our tax practice. Ideally it would be a senior manager at a larger or mid-size firm looking to make the jump to becoming an equity or income partner sooner, but it could also be a sole practitioner or smaller firm looking to “merge” in. Our focus for the role would be the right fit culturally and personality-wise. There is a balance between technical acumen and entrepreneurial spirit that is vital to success in this role. On any given day as a leader at a small company you can empty the dishwasher or make firm-wide tax policy decisions. You need to be able to think in the big picture, but also be humble enough to roll up your sleeves and get work done. Out client extremely proud of what they have accomplished as a firm and the pieces that we have in place. This role would be a large part of that next step we make as a firm. IFG's public accounting firm client seeks to find a highly motivated and entrepreneurial Tax Partner to join their practice and lead the buildout of a scalable tax practice. This entails understanding and servicing the current client base, business development to add additional clients and value, and hiring and managing a team to assist in the execution of deliverables. The Tax Partner should bring with them business acumen as well as managerial excellence. They should be a builder and a strategic thinker. Responsibilities: Responsible for engagement planning and execution Work cross-functionally and with clients on business structuring, mergers & acquisitions, and miscellaneous tax advisory projects Responsible for tax returns issuance and ensuring compliance with professional guidelines Prepare and review partnership, corporation and high-net-worth individuals state and federal income tax returns Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments, communicate the effects of these developments to management and the tax team and create strategies to capitalize on changes to taxation legislation. Perform tax planning strategies and consultations for high-net-worth individuals and businesses. Actively manage all client contacts to establish and maintain expectations, provide satisfactory execution, and ensure all deadlines are met Act as client contact for all queries related to tax issues Work with other partners to ensure client receives full service Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting Masters in Taxation preferred 10+ years in progressive public accounting firm CPA required Ability to lead and manage multiple client engagements in primarily the real estate and construction space A builder and a leader who wants to establish and own a scaling tax practice For immediate consideration, please email your resume to ericmaleski@ifgpr.com Apply Now
Compliance Officer
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Contract Job #28080 Compliance Officer Duration 4 months Working hours: 8:30am-5pm or 9am-5:30pm Mon-Fri Working Location: Chicago Role Mandate: The US Registrations team is looking to backfill a associate who will be leaving on mat leave in the early new year. The selected candidate will work in partnership with a senior associate and will support the team managing regulatory governance projects in accordance with FINRA requirements. Role Responsibilities: • Registering all individuals for current roles in according with FINRA • Monitor and ensure items such as registrations, licenses, exams, study orders, continuing education requirements are all accurate and on time • Track and follow up on outstanding compliance requirements • Handle ad hoc FINRA Inquiries • Analyzing data downloads Must Have Skills: • 5 years experience within Security, Compliance and Regulatory Governance • MS Office experience (Excel, Word etc) • Organized and able to multitask • Able to think outside the box when a solution is needed (candidates should be able to apply their process knowledge but then think on their feet to solve problems strategically) Nice to Have Skills: • Bachelor’s degree or MBA • Exposure to FINRA gateway • Knowledge of U4/U5 forms • Experience with National Futures Association Apply Now
Accounting Assistant
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Contract Job #27939 Accounting Assistant International Financial Group (IFG) Chicago is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our internal accounting team. In this role, you will provide vital support to our accounting department and work closely with our Controller. This position is primarily remote, with the occasional need to come into the downtown Chicago office. Join a talented team that works with Fortune 500 companies to high-growth startups, we are a Chicago-based firm uniquely positioned as experts in accounting and finance solutions serving clients in all industries. Specializing in contract resourcing, advisory services, and direct hire recruitment, we believe in solving challenges as a team. IFG Chicago offers an entrepreneurial environment that fosters success. If you’re interested in learning more, we’d love to connect! The opportunity: Manage Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, Cash Applications, and Collections Manage Monthly Reconciliation of customer accounts and invoices in QuickBooks and Bullhorn Back Office software Assist in processing payroll and tracking payroll data Process contractor timesheets for various areas of the business Provide HR support; onboarding, benefits, and other HR duties This is a part-time position Pay is open to align with experience What you bring: 3+ years of experience in a Bookkeeping, Accounting Assistant, or similar position Associate or bachelor's in Accounting preferred Experience with Excel and QuickBooks Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and adapt to quick changes Strong attention to detail and accuracy Experience in the staffing and recruiting industry preferred but not required Bullhorn experience preferred but not required Apply Now