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Accountant

Accounting & Finance/Accountant - Financial

LHH

$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per Year

Chicago, Illinois

Contract to hire

Accountant - Financial

Accounting & Finance

LHH is a global recruiting firm, specializing in industry accounting roles within both private and public sectors.

We are currently in search of a Senior Accountant for a large tech company located in Downtown Chicago, IL 60606 to be hired on contract with the intentions to convert to permanent after 90 days.



Responsibilities:

  • Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis

  • Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP and company standards

  • Monitor and manage the company's cash flow, including forecasting and reporting

  • Maintain and update the fixed assets register, including additions, disposals, and depreciation calculations

  • Ensure accurate and timely recognition of revenue in accordance with company policies and accounting standards

  • Analyze and allocate costs to various departments and projects, providing insights into cost control and efficiency

  • Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, quarterly reports, and other financial reporting insights


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a tech company or similar industry

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail


Benefits & Perks:

  • All employees will have the option to enroll in health, vision and dental insurance plans

  • Internet and cell-phone reimbursements

  • Permanent employees will have 401K investment access and company sponsored match

  • Tuition reimbursements

  • Generous paid-time-off

  • 11 company holidays

  • Free meals provided by onsite restaurant

  • Hybrid work policy and schedule flexibility

  • 9am to 5pm work weeks

  • Room for promotional growth and advancement



Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Jennifer Kizorek

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.



Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled



To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy



The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:


  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Accountant

Accounting & Finance/Accountant - Financial

LHH

$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per Year

Chicago, Illinois

Contract to hire

Accountant - Financial

Accounting & Finance

LHH is a global recruiting firm, specializing in industry accounting roles within both private and public sectors.

We are currently in search of a Senior Accountant for a large tech company located in Downtown Chicago, IL 60606 to be hired on contract with the intentions to convert to permanent after 90 days.



Responsibilities:

  • Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis

  • Prepare and analyze financial statements in compliance with GAAP and company standards

  • Monitor and manage the company's cash flow, including forecasting and reporting

  • Maintain and update the fixed assets register, including additions, disposals, and depreciation calculations

  • Ensure accurate and timely recognition of revenue in accordance with company policies and accounting standards

  • Analyze and allocate costs to various departments and projects, providing insights into cost control and efficiency

  • Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, quarterly reports, and other financial reporting insights


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a tech company or similar industry

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail


Benefits & Perks:

  • All employees will have the option to enroll in health, vision and dental insurance plans

  • Internet and cell-phone reimbursements

  • Permanent employees will have 401K investment access and company sponsored match

  • Tuition reimbursements

  • Generous paid-time-off

  • 11 company holidays

  • Free meals provided by onsite restaurant

  • Hybrid work policy and schedule flexibility

  • 9am to 5pm work weeks

  • Room for promotional growth and advancement



Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Jennifer Kizorek

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.



Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled



To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy



The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:


  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Ref US_EN_27_814337_3075632
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