Accounting Manager
Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28540 Salary: $115,000 15-20% IFG is partnering with a high growth, start up company in Chicago, looking for an Accounting Manager. The company currently has 21 locations, but looking to expand to 25 by year end, and 40-50 by the end of 2026. Reporting to a Senior Accounting Manager, this role will have the authority to lead the month-end close, do automation/process improvements, manage the audit, and even get involved in M&A! They are hybrid 3-4 days a week in the downtown Chicago office. The compensation range is $105K – $125K base plus 15-20% bonus plus equity! Responsibilities Manage the month-end close process, including preparation and review of complex account reconciliations such as revenue, expenses, and payroll; as well as prepare and review journal entries including goodwill, revenue, and intercompany activity. Analyze the financial statements to identify variances, trends, and areas for improvement. Support the annual external audit by preparing schedules, managing audit requests, and serving as a key contact throughout the audit process. Partner with leadership on automation and process design and implement scalability. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field; an advanced degree a plus 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, public accounting, PE-backed company, and/or multi-entity, multi-location environment experience a plus Active CPA license (active or in progress) strongly preferred Proficient in general ledger accounting, month-end close processes, and AP/AR operations Strong understanding of internal controls and experience implementing them 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
Director Accounting
Location: Hoffmann Estates, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28535 Salary: $160,000 Our client, a leading provider in the environmental services industry, is seeking a Director of Accounting, with a focus in Operational Accounting. This is a newly created role with high visibility within the company. About the Role: Director of Accounting (Operations) The Director of Accounting supports the oversight of accounting, financial controls, and analysis for the organization’s operating facilities. This role is responsible for managing the monthly and quarterly close process, leading financial reviews of assigned business units, and overseeing the accounting and analysis of certain company-wide expense categories. The position also participates in operational meetings, assists with the implementation of new accounting standards, and contributes to various accounting, analytical, and special projects as needed. Responsibilities: Leads the period-end accounting close process for all operating facilities, including additional processes at quarter-end and year-end Monitors intercompany transfer rates throughout the year and recommends adjustments Develops and implements processes to track intercompany transfers Ensures facility allocations are accurate and updated at least annually Prepares monthly financial summaries and key performance indicators (KPIs) for executive review Partners with other management on strategic initiatives and capital improvement projects Analyzes the financial performance of individual sites and overall operations to support business decisions, optimize profitability, and improve efficiency Meets regularly with operations management to review financial results Contributes to the preparation and review of materials for Board of Directors meetings Provides documentation and support for management meetings regarding facility performance Identifies and implements process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls Collaborates with other finance and accounting functions to ensure accurate and timely recording of transactions in compliance with US GAAP Works with functional leaders and segment-level finance to develop annual budgets for operating facilities and supports the quarterly forecasting process Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field 8+ years of experience in accounting, with a preference for manufacturing or environmental services industry Apply Now
Senior Accountant
Location: Hoffmann Estates, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28532 Salary: $88,500 Our client, a leading provider in the environmental services industry, is seeking a skilled Senior Accountant for their growing team. About the Role: Senior Accountant This role offers the opportunity to be a key contributor on a variety of initiatives, including supporting acquisitions, preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, compiling financial reports, and assisting with special projects as needed. The Senior Accountant applies broad accounting expertise to provide support across multiple areas of the business. This role will play an active part in shaping processes, leading change, and fostering collaboration across teams while maintaining transparency and accountability. It is a highly visible position that supports the business by delivering reliable and timely financial insights, helping stakeholders make informed decisions. Responsibilities: Accurately and efficiently complete tasks required for the general ledger close at month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting cycles Ensure the accuracy of accounting records by recording, verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions Review financial reports and prepare supporting analyses Prepare balance sheet reconciliations on an ongoing basis Maintain and reconcile subsidiary accounts by verifying, posting, and resolving discrepancies Assist with various financial reporting requirements Compile and analyze inventory values and changes, including regular communication with field personnel responsible for physical counts Support compliance with internal controls and maintain related documentation Collaborate with external and internal auditors during audits and testing of controls Analyze business trends and provide financial insights to management and other leaders Identify and implement process improvements to shorten the close cycle while maintaining accuracy and quality Complete ad-hoc projects and assignments as needed Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field At least 3 years of accounting experience, with a preference for manufacturing or environmental service industries 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
Controller
Location: Elmhurst, Illinois Type: Direct Hire Job #28529 Salary: $120,000 IFG's client, located in the western suburbs, is looking for a Controller. Manufacturing industry with strong background in inventory accounting, job costing, and financial reporting is highly preferred. The Controller is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations and financial controls. general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, payroll coordination, and monthly close. The Controller ensures accuracy in financial reporting, drives process improvements, supports budgeting/forecasting activities, and leads the accounting team with a focus on compliance, internal controls, and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Prepare and analyze monthly inventory reports and reconcile with the general ledger. Record monthly journal entries and perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts. Prepare monthly financial statements and analyze variances against budget. Lead the annual budgeting process and perform periodic forecast updates. Generate and distribute weekly job profitability reports; reconcile sales data with the general ledger. Manage, train and develop accounting staff. Evaluate capital expenditure requests for accuracy and reconcile actual costs and savings to projections. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required CPA or equivalent professional certification (preferred) 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance roles Comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Proven ability to develop, manage, and train accounting staff. Strong background in inventory accounting, job costing, and financial reporting; manufacturing industry experience is strongly preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel; QuickBooks exp is a plus. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with cross-functional teams Demonstrated experience managing general ledger accounts, including forecasting, variance analysis, and monthly reconciliations. Proven ability to develop, manage, and report against budgets and forecasts. 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
Senior Accountant, Corporate
Location: Remote Type: Direct Hire Job #28520 Salary: $85,000 Title: Senior Accountant, Corporate ($75,000 – $95,000) Company: Software as a Service (SaaS) industry Reports to: Corporate Controller Location: Remote (100%) Company Overview: Fast-growing SaaS company seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant, Corporate. You will play a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, ensuring timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in a dynamic, high-growth environment. You will also support internal and external audits and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and systems as the client grows and matures their back-office operations. Candidate Summary: You are a proactive, detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You love solving complex problems, and you’re not afraid to ask “why” and drive change. You understand that speed and accuracy can coexist when backed by strong processes. You’re tech-savvy, embrace automation, and enjoy collaborating across teams. Above all, you bring a mindset of ownership, integrity, and continuous improvement to everything you do. This role is an exciting opportunity for someone to advance their career within a high-growth and dynamic environment. Scope of Responsibilities: Prepare and/or review journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly close activities in accordance with GAAP, IFRS, and company policies. Maintain and reconcile complex balance sheet and income statement accounts, including deferred revenue, accruals, intercompany transactions, and equity-related items. Analyze financial results and provide variance commentary to executive management and FP&A. Assist with the preparation of financial statements, internal management reports, and supporting documentation for investors and external auditors in compliance with GAAP and IFRS. Prepare detailed audit schedules and serve as a key liaison during financial statement audits. Perform multi-entity consolidations and intercompany journal entries. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including FP&A, Accounting Operations, Human Resources, and Sales Ops, to support business initiatives and reporting needs. Identify and drive improvements in accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls as the company scales to ensure the integrity of financial data. Identify and participate in the implementation and continuous improvement of close automation, workflow tools, and ERP system enhancements. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting. CPA or CPA eligible preferred, but not required. 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a SaaS, high-tech, or fast-paced environment. In-depth understanding of GAAP and IFRS. Exposure to SOX compliance or internal control frameworks is a bonus. Strong understanding of multi-entity consolidations and intercompany accounting, including accounting for foreign currency transactions. Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite preferred) and Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.) Proficiency or prior experience with FloQast, Workiva, Avalara, and/or Anaplan is a plus. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with high accuracy. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. Prior experience with systems implementations or UAT is a plus. Important Note: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. For immediate consideration, please email your resume in Word format to Cameron at cameronwall@ifgus.com. Apply Now
Head of Operations
Location: Wheaton, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28517 Salary: $225,000 IFG's Chicago based wealth management client is dedicated to driving operational excellence as they grow. Their mission is to enhance client satisfaction while ensuring operational efficiency and excellence. That is where you come in. Summary: The Head of Operations plays a critical leadership role in driving operational excellence and supporting strategic growth for a fast-growing, financial services firm. This role oversees all day-to-day operational functions and is responsible for managing the seamless integration of advisory teams and their clients. The Head of Operations partners closely with the President and CFO to implement strategies that promote scale, operational efficiency, and outstanding client experiences. Responsibilities: Lead and manage daily operations across business units, including client service, billing, and third-party custodial relationships. Design and implement streamlined processes and policies that align with the firm’s operational goals and compliance standards. Build and lead a high-performing operations team with a focus on accountability, collaboration, and innovation. Develop and execute onboarding strategies for new advisory teams, including integration of client assets, personnel, and workflows. Ensure all systems, tools, and platforms (e.g., financial planning, CRM, portfolio management) are implemented consistently across the organization. Manage the asset transition process and uphold client service standards and regulatory obligations. Cultivate strong, trusted relationships with incoming advisors and teams. Collaborate with executive leadership to define long-term business goals and operational strategies that support organizational growth. Monitor KPIs and operational metrics to guide continuous improvement and goal achievement. Ensure high-quality client onboarding and integration experiences. Manage operational budgets and resource allocation to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with finance leaders to support billing, budgeting, and financial planning activities. Lead risk mitigation initiatives and ensure preparedness for evolving regulatory landscapes. Partner with legal and compliance teams to uphold regulatory readiness. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field. 10+ years of senior-level operations experience, ideally in financial services, wealth management, or a similar regulated industry. Demonstrated success in operational leadership, team building, and driving strategic outcomes. Strong understanding of industry compliance, advisory operations, and client service best practices. Proficiency with financial operations systems and platforms is preferred. For immediate consideration, please email your resume to: ericmaleski@ifgus.com Apply Now