Senior Financial Analyst
Location: Rolling Meadows, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28562 Salary: $100,000 Our client, a globally recognized Fortune 500 company, is seeking a talented Senior Financial Analyst with at least 4 years of experience. This role requires a basic knowledge of accounting in addition to experience in Financial Analysis. This role is a hybrid, requiring one day a week onsite. This role is targeting candidates who can be promoted and will provide upward mobility. If you are a skilled Senior Financial Analyst looking to grow your career at a highly respected, global firm, this is the opportunity for you! About The Role: The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for evaluating financial performance, preparing forecasts, and developing models to guide strategy. By collaborating with management and other stakeholders, this role helps identify opportunities for growth, strengthen operational effectiveness, and mitigate potential risks. Responsibilities: Build and maintain financial models to support budgets, forecasts, and long-term planning efforts. Review results, trends, and performance metrics to generate practical recommendations. Collaborate with departments such as sales, operations, and HR to assess the financial impact of business initiatives. Produce monthly, quarterly and yearly financial reports and analyses, including variance explanations and leadership summaries. Highlight opportunities to reduce costs or increase revenue using data-driven insights. Enhance and streamline financial planning tools, dashboards, and reporting processes. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, or related field At least 4 years of experience in financial analysis Experience with Excel and Power BI Working knowledge of or past experience in accounting is required Qualified candidates please email your resume to ericmaleski@ifgus.com Apply Now
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
Assistant Controller
Location: Addison, Remote Type: Direct Hire Job #28555 Salary: $130,000 IFG is partnering with a global company looking for an Assistant Controller. Reporting to the Global Finance Director, this role will manage a staff accountant and manage the U.S. operations. This will be a fully remote role; however, this will be hybrid in the first 3-6 months. Compensation is $120K – $130K base plus a 10% bonus. Responsibilities Partner with Accounting/Finance Team on month end reporting packages to leadership and aid in identifying and explaining variances to budget/forecast Lead the change management/process improvement projects to support accounting functions and drive efficiency Review balance sheet reconciliations Support ad hoc projects Contribute in the development and evaluation of budgets/forecasts and preparing budget/forecast reports Requirements 4+ years of progressive accounting experience Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 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
Tax Manager: C-Corps (ASC 740)
Location: Deerfield, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28552 Salary: $130,000 Title: Tax Manager – ASC 740/C-Corps Location: Greater Chicago area Salary: $115K-$140K plus bonus Responsibilities: Oversee the annual tax and compliance cycle for business clients, including review of returns, extensions, and estimated calculations. Develop and implement tax strategies and planning opportunities for clients. Prepare and review entries related to quarterly and annual financial reporting. Recommend process improvements and explore opportunities for automation. Build strong client relationships by understanding their industry, operations, and overall needs. Mentor and support team members, contributing to their professional development. Participate in special projects and other assignments as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Taxation CPA Required 5+ years of experience in Tax with strong ASC 740/C-Corp experience Daily access to reliable transportation to travel from client sites or offices Apply Now
Tax Manager: High Net Worth
Location: Deerfield, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28551 Salary: $130,000 Title: Tax Manager – HNW Location: Greater Chicago area Salary: $115K-$140K plus bonus Responsibilities: Review a wide range of tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships, corporations, and other entities. Develop and implement consulting, planning, and tax-efficient strategies for clients. Lead a team to deliver high-quality results within established timelines and budgets. Mentor and support staff members, fostering professional growth and development. Research complex tax matters and identify opportunities to expand services provided to clients. Engage in proactive planning with clients, offering tailored recommendations to create added value. Build strong client relationships by gaining an understanding of their industries, needs, and overall business operations. Manage scheduling, staffing, and workflow to improve efficiency and performance. Establish and maintain relationships with professional networks and referral sources. Contribute to special projects and other assignments based on client or organizational needs. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Taxation CPA Required 5+ years of experience in Tax, specifically within HNW or Family Office Daily access to reliable transportation to travel from client sites or offices Apply Now
Tax Manager: Generalist (Multiple Openings)
Location: Deerfield, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28550 Salary: $130,000 Title: Tax Manager Location: Greater Chicago area Salary: $115K-$140K plus bonus Responsibilities: Review a variety of tax returns, including partnerships, corporations, and individuals, ensuring timely, accurate, and cost-effective results. Lead and mentor team members, providing guidance and supporting professional growth. Develop tax strategies, research complex issues, and identify opportunities to expand client services. Proactively plan with clients, offering insights and recommendations to create added value. Build strong client relationships by understanding their industry, business operations, and specific needs. Oversee engagement scheduling, staffing, and efficiency to maximize productivity and profitability. Cultivate professional networks and referral sources. Participate in special projects and other assignments based on client or organizational needs. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or taxation required Active CPA license. At least 5 years of experience in public accounting, with prior experience in a managerial role Ability to travel between client sites and office locations as needed. Apply Now
Senior Audit Associates
Location: Lincolnshire, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28544 Salary: $85,000 Senior Audit Associate – Public Accounting IFG US is seeking talented Senior Audit Associates on behalf of a well-established, growth-focused public accounting firm. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced audit professionals who want to advance their careers while maintaining balance and working in a genuinely collaborative environment. Why This Firm Stands Out Growth-minded culture – Professional development and advancement are top priorities. Relationship-driven – Leadership and peers alike foster strong connections with each other and their clients. Better balance – Enjoy diverse client exposure and visibility to firm leaders without the grind of traditional long-hour environments. Collaborative, team-first approach – Work alongside supportive colleagues who value sharing knowledge and celebrating success. The Role As a Senior Audit Associate, you’ll work closely with audit managers and firm leadership to deliver exceptional client service. You’ll play a hands-on role in leading projects, managing key engagement tasks, and supporting business development efforts. Your contributions will have a direct impact on client outcomes and the firm’s success. What You’ll Do Lead portions of audit and assurance engagements, guiding staff and supporting managers. Oversee and complete essential engagement tasks, from planning to execution. Build strong client relationships through effective communication and service delivery. Contribute to team development by mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives and firm growth. What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred). CPA license or active CPA-eligibility required. Minimum of 3 years in public accounting, including at least one busy season in a senior/supervisor role. Audit/assurance experience in industries such as construction, manufacturing/distribution, technology, or M&A strongly preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted client relationships. Commitment to continuous learning, professional ethics, and high-quality results. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit/accounting software. Apply Now