VP of Accounting
Robert Half - Chicago, IL
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Description The salary range for this position is $200,000-$210,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to : This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Description: This role is responsible for managing the activities of the corporate accounting department which provides accounting, payroll and incentive compensation, and compliance support. + Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of firmu2019s books and records. Including, but not limited to, data entry into the general ledger, payroll, departmental cost allocations, vendor payments, debt payments, debt levels, and shareholder services. + Oversee billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll operations, ensuring best practices are in place and smooth and timely financial transactions occur. + Manages payroll and incentive compensation systems and practices. + Key contact with outside firms for annual audit of financial statements, tax matters and corporate insurance policies. + Responsible for processes, systems, and underlying data and will work with IT and other partners to get the best out of the technology tools. + Responsible for ensuring all controls and reporting are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Maintains a thorough knowledge of all applicable compliance and accounting laws and regulations. + Develop and maintain the department policies and procedures in order to maintain accounting discipline within processes. + Provide support and analysis during acquisition integration to transition general ledger, accounts payable, reporting and payroll to company standard formats. + Oversees cost allocation analysis for locations and operational units. Requirements Job Requirements: u2022 Proven proficiency in Accounting Software Systems u2022 Experience with ADP - Financial Services u2022 Familiarity with BlackLine software u2022 Proficiency in using Concur u2022 Strong knowledge of CRM systems u2022 Comprehensive understanding of Accounting Functions u2022 Experience managing Accounts Payable (AP) u2022 Ability to oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) u2022 Strong background in Auditing u2022 Proficient in managing Budget Processes To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.
Created: 2026-01-14