Staff Accountant / AP Analyst
Location: Chicago, Illinois Type: Contract Job #28632 Staff Accountant / AP Analyst Interim Consultant (60% AP, 40% Staff-level General Accounting) Industry: Manufacturing (global) Location: Mostly Remote (3 – 4 days in office PER MONTH) Downtown Loop office, only 3 blocks from Union Station Compensation: $25/hour – $40/hour (based upon experience) Start Date: Monday, March 9, 2026 (latest); allows 2 weeks of cross-training End Date (initial): Friday, June 12, 2026 (extensions possible) Dress Code: Business casual (collared shirt, khaki pants, nice jeans [no holes, etc.]) About the Position: Client is looking for a temporary Staff Accountant / AP Analyst with a service-minded work ethic to support our Corporate Accounting team. This individual will be responsible for a wide range of accounting tasks, processing accounts payable, managing vendor activities, providing financial reporting support, and participating in related projects. Reporting directly to the Senior Accountant at the Corporate office, this is a highly visible and essential role within the organization. Anticipated timeframe would be roughly mid-March through mid-June. What You’ll Do: Support and process accounts payable and expense reimbursement activities Responsible for vendor management and verification, including interacting over the phone with vendors Serve as a liaison between client’s business units and Corporate Accounting Support the monthly close process including preparing account reconciliations and journal entries Assist with quarterly financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP Ensure compliance with client cash and accounts payable accounting policies and internal controls Help to ensure compliance with internal controls and policies Ad-hoc reporting and analysis Special projects and process automation at the direction of the Assistant Controller and the Senior Accountant What You’ll Bring to the Role: BS degree in Accounting or Finance 3-20 years of relevant work experience, more is preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including strong Excel skills and comfortable learning new technology Sage X3, OneStream, Stampli (or an equivalent AP system), Expensify (or an equivalent T&E system), and/or Alteryx experience a plus Highly effective communication skills both written and verbal is critical High attention to detail and accuracy A “roll up your sleeves” attitude and willingness to do the day-to-day work Proven knowledge of U.S. GAAP Passion for collaboration, learning, and process improvements Able to work in a fast-paced environment For immediate consideration, please email your resume in Word format to Cameron at cameronwall@ifgus.com Apply Now
Senior Transaction Services Consultant (Oracle ERP Support)
Location: Northbrook , IL Type: Contract Job #28630 IFG-US’s client seeks a Senior Transaction Services Consultant for a 12–18 month contract, starting at approximately 20 hours per week with the potential for increased hours. The consultant will partner with the Director of Transaction Services to support the company’s Oracle ERP transition and ongoing departmental initiatives. Required Skills & Experience Experienced professional in transaction services/accounting (minimal training needed) Strong transactional background in: Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable T&E/Corporate Cards Cash Application Strong transactional systems exposure (AP/AR platforms, expense systems, card platforms). Prior experience in financial services preferred. Experience working in environments undergoing ERP transitions/implementation/optimization (ideally Oracle), process improvement, and department build-outs. Prior supervisory / team lead experience (comfortable supporting and guiding a team of ~8–9) Comfortable operating in a newer, evolving department; managing multiple projects simultaneously; detail-oriented Day-to-Day Overview Support the Director of Transaction Services during Oracle ERP transition and ongoing department projects Oversee and support daily transactional operations (AP, AR, cash apps, cards, T&E) Provide senior-level oversight and guidance to an 8–9-person team Maintain operational continuity while the Director is partially allocated to the ERP project Assist with departmental initiatives and smaller concurrent projects Apply Now
Customer Service Support
Location: Lincolnshire, IL Type: Contract Job #28619 IFG-US is partnering with a client seeking a Client Service Representative to join their support team and provide timely, professional responses to client inquiries. This role focuses on logistical issues and ensures client concerns are resolved effectively. The ideal candidate takes ownership of each interaction and collaborates across departments to implement solutions, ensuring a consistent, positive client experience. Key Responsibilities: Client Order & Shipping Inquiries Respond promptly to client inquiries with professionalism Accurately gather information to identify critical issues Determine the appropriate path for investigation and resolution Escalate issues requiring specialized assistance (e.g., technical, product support) Complaint & Resolution Management Investigate order problems and identify root causes Collaborate with internal teams and external contacts to develop solutions Maintain clear communication with all parties involved Follow up on action plans and confirm resolution with clients Implementation & Follow-Up Communicate resolution plans to clients in a timely manner Ensure all steps of the resolution plan are effectively executed Conduct follow-up communications to confirm client satisfaction Resource & Reporting Provide insights from client interactions to help improve service and processes Assist with additional tasks and projects as needed Qualifications & Skills: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience Strong client service and communication skills Collaborative team player who works effectively across departments Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities Self-starter who sees tasks through from start to finish Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) Interest in literacy and supporting student learning is a plus Apply Now
Order Processing Specialist
Location: Lincolnshire, Illinois Remote: Remote Type: Contract Job #28616 IFG-US is partnering with a client seeking detail-oriented Order Processing Specialists (2-3) for a contract engagement supporting their busy season. This opportunity is fully remote, except for the first day, when you’ll be on-site (in the N Chicago suburbs) to pick up equipment. Position Summary: The Order Processing Specialist is a full-time assignment with job duties focusing on reviewing and entering customer orders in the organization’s ERP system, NetSuite. This role involves taking direction and supporting daily operational volume surrounding the creation of sales orders from customer purchase orders that come in from a variety of sources and sending the orders out for fulfillment to a third-party logistics provider (3PL). Speed, accuracy, and good communication skills are critical to optimize the customer and employee experience. The environment is typically fast-paced, and the candidate must be comfortable in a growth environment with changing and competing priorities. Responsibilities: • Prepare product sales orders received via e-mail, mail, phone, fax, and web • Prepare sales orders for consulting engagements per the schedule outlined in the executed contract • Accurately notate shipping details, customer contract, customer purchase order, and sales rep on each sales order • Assist with quality control • Administrative filing and clerical duties • Cross-train with others in the Finance Department and assist in other areas when necessary Accountabilities: • Process orders accurately and in a timely manner • Maintain accurate customer files in NetSuite • Ensure sales tax is properly charged Skills and Qualifications: • Associate’s degree • Experience with order processing, invoicing, or similar role for a product and services organization • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to anticipate and solve problems • NetSuite order entry experience required. • Salesforce experience preferred • Proficiency with Microsoft Office • Microsoft Excel proficiency, including pivot tables and data extraction, required. Apply Now
AR/Collections Analyst Consultant
Location: Northbrook, Illinois Type: Contract Job #28611 Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 USD We are seeking a detail-oriented AR / Credit & Collections Consultant to support a 12-month engagement focused on Order-to-Cash (OTC) activities, with strong involvement in billing, reconciliation, and payment application. This role will manage a defined accounts receivable portfolio during a transition period and ensure accuracy, auditability, and continuity of cash application. This is not a high-volume collections role—it is analytical, reconciliation-heavy, and precision-focused. Hourly rate: $35-45 Apply Now