client accounting services department manager

MBE CPAs

<div><p><b>What's the Role?</b></p><p>
The Client Accounting Services Department Lead is a senior leadership role responsible for <b>building, leading, and scaling</b> the firm's CAS practice. This position plays a critical role in evolving the firm from traditional bookkeeping services into a <b>true client advisory-focused CAS model</b>.</p><p>
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced CAS leader to <b>build the practice from the ground up</b>, establish scalable processes, lead a high-performing team, and partner closely with firm leadership to drive long-term growth and innovation.</p><p>
This role may be based in any of our <b>19 MBE office locations</b>, filled as a hybrid opportunity, or filled as a <b>remote position</b>, depending on experience.</p><p><i>
We'll interview for this role during the traditional CPA firm &quot;opportunity season&quot; with the plan to launch the role in late April-June.</i></p><p><b>
What Will I Do?</b></p><ul><li>
Lead the strategy, structure, and growth of the CAS practice.</li><li>
Oversee client advisory engagements and serve as a trusted advisor to key clients.</li><li>
Build scalable workflows, service standards, and best practices across the CAS department.</li><li>
Lead, mentor, and develop CAS managers, supervisors, and team members.</li><li>
Partner with firm leadership on pricing, service offerings, and growth initiatives.</li><li>
Ensure high-quality service delivery, compliance, and operational efficiency.</li></ul><p><b>
What Experience and Skills Do I Need to Be Successful?</b></p><p><b>
Required Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
10+ years of experience in accounting and Client Accounting Services.</li><li>
5+ years in a leadership or senior management role within CAS or outsourced accounting.</li><li>
Proven experience <b>building, scaling, or transforming</b> a CAS or bookkeeping practice.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of accounting standards, payroll, and outsourced accounting services.</li><li>
Experience leading teams and managing multiple client engagements.</li></ul><p><b>
Key Skills</b></p><ul><li>
Strategic and entrepreneurial leadership mindset.</li><li>
Strong client advisory and relationship management skills.</li><li>
Ability to build processes, teams, and scalable service models.</li><li>
Comfort driving change and innovation within a growing firm.</li><li>
CPA or similar professional certification preferred.</li></ul><p><b>
Why Join This Opportunity?</b></p><ul><li><b>
Build a CAS practice from the ground up</b> with firm leadership support.</li><li>
High-impact leadership role with visibility and influence.</li><li>
Entrepreneurial firm culture that values innovation and growth.</li><li>
Opportunity to shape services, processes, and team structure.</li><li>
Long-term career growth and upward mobility within the firm.</li></ul><p><b>
Work ScheduleTravel</b></p><ul><li>
Full-time position.</li><li>
Periodic travel required (approximately 6&ndash;8 times per year).</li><li>
Role may be based in one of our offices, hybrid, or remote, depending on experience.</li></ul><p><b>
How Do I Apply?</b></p><p>
Apply with your resume through our ATS. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps in the interview process. Candidates may also reach out to our Lead Recruiter, Brock Kazda, on LinkedIn.</p><p><b>
About the Firm</b></p><p>
MBE CPAs provides accounting, tax, and advisory services through an expanding affiliate group. With <b>19 office locations across Wisconsin, Arizona, Nebraska, and Colorado</b>, the firm is committed to helping clients succeed while offering meaningful career growth opportunities for its team members.</p></div>

Client Accounting Services Department Manager

Hueman PE Talent Solutions

<div><p>Quatrro Business Support Services is currently searching for an experienced, hybrid -based Grant Manager for their Not-for-Profit division.<b> </b>As the Grant Accounting Manager, you will serve<b> </b>the accounting needs of multiple Quatrro nonprofit clients in the social justice, advocacy, arts and culture, and community and economic development areas.</p><p>
Location: Hybrid, Chicago, IL.
</p><p>preferably 3 days on site</p><p>
The Senior Accounting Manager serves as a key member of the Accounting team, providing advanced accounting client services and overseeing the work of accounting team members. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of client financial reporting and supports and/or delivers full cycle accounting functions of multiple clients including but not limited to grant management, audit preparation, budgeting, projections, and financial modelling. The Senior Accounting Manager plays a crucial role in driving process improvements, fostering strong client relationships, and ensuring compliance.</p><p>
We are seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Grant Accounting Manager to manage the financial oversight of federal and state grants within the Health and Human Services domain. This role is critical to ensuring compliance with the Illinois <b>GATA framework, </b>accurate vouchering, and timely reporting for grants administered in Chicago and across Illinois.</p><p><b>
Job Duties:</b></p><div>
Maintain financial records for all federal and state grants, ensuring compliance with GATA, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), and agency-specific requirements.</div><ul><li>Prepare and submit vouchers and reimbursement requests in accordance with grantor timelines and formats.</li><li>Monitor grant expenditures and ensure alignment with approved budgets and allowable costs.</li><li>Assist in the development and review of grant budgets, amendments, and cost allocations.</li></ul><p><b>
Direct Client Services (80-90%)</b></p><p>
1. Serves as primary or secondary point of contact for complex client accounting needs, as assigned.</p><p>
2. Oversees the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP and funder guidelines.</p><p>
3. Supports the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring proper coding, collections, payment processing, and reporting.</p><p>
4. Supports the development of comprehensive organizational and grant budgets in collaboration with senior accounting staff and clients.</p><p>
5. Provides strategic financial insights and recommendations to clients based on in-depth analysis of financial data and key performance indicators.</p><p>
6. Leads the annual audit preparation for assigned clients, coordinating with auditors and ensuring the accuracy of financial documentation.</p><p>
7. Ensures client compliance with all relevant financial regulations, including federal, state, and local funding requirements.</p><p>
8. Manages the implementation and monitoring of internal controls to safeguard client assets and prevent fraud.</p><p>
9. Evaluates and enhances financial processes and procedures for clients, leveraging technology and best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.</p><p>
10. Supports the adoption of cost-saving measures and revenue generation strategies, including the identification of new funding opportunities.</p><p>
11. Provides advanced technical accounting support, including guidance on revenue recognition, current and/or pending Accounting Standards Updates (ASU&rsquo;s), and grant compliance such as but not limited to 2 CFR 200 compliance, as applicable.</p><p>
12. Delivers financial presentations to Client Leadership such as the Executive Director and Program Director.</p><p>
13. Fosters strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders at each client organization, serving as a trusted financial advisor.</p><p>
14. Addresses complex client concerns and ensures timely and effective resolution.</p><p><b>
Supervisory Responsibilities and Other Duties (10-20%):
</b></p><p> 1. Oversees team deliverables.</p><p>
2. Manages direct reports and provides mentoring, training, and professional development.</p><p>
3. Reviews team performance and provides constructive feedback and signoff on individual development plans.</p><p>
4. Engages and participates in the client&rsquo;s community and mission through various means such as volunteer opportunities.</p><p>
5. Other duties as requested.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications:</b></p><p>
Required: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in accounting, ability to prioritize tasks, excellent interpersonal skills, advanced Excel skills, 2+ years of industry specific experience, business acumen, and ability to communicate with senior management/executives.</p><p><b>
Industry Specific Matters (Required)</b><b>:</b></p><p>
1 Industry Experience: (<b>HHS) Health and Human Services organizations, with a preference for experience with housing, mental health, or general human service organizations.</b></p><p>
2 <b>Grant Experience: federal grant administration/management experience, State of Illinois grant administration / GAT</b><b>A experience.</b></p><p></p><p><br>
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</p><p>Quatrro Business Support Services is the market leader in providing cost-effective financial and accounting outsourcing solutions, technical support services and a range of affordable business support services for small and midsized businesses across many industries. We utilize best practices to streamline labor intensive processes, resulting in significant cost savings and improved business insight for our clients. If you are interested in joining a dynamic and rapidly growing team please apply today!</p></div>

Grant Accounting Manager (HHS)

HirexHire

<div><p><b>ABOUT US</b></p>
<p>
HirexHire (pronounced hire by hire) is a Chicago-based recruiting and talent consultancy that integrates with companies short-term to provide long-term talent solutions. We take a seat in our client&rsquo;s everyday operations to understand their people's goals, gaps, and challenges. We then develop and implement processes and technologies to execute a sustainable, scalable talent plan.</p>
<p>
We partner with companies expecting or experiencing high growth who need to hire at scale or fill a critical role rapidly. Our clients are not looking for quick-fix placements but are thoughtfully building a hiring strategy to scale their businesses.</p>
<p><b>
OUR CLIENT</b></p>
<p><b>
Location: </b>Remote (US-based)</p>
<p><b>
Industry: </b>VC-backed SaaS</p>
<p><b>
Company Size: </b>20-50</p><br>
<p><b>THE ROLE</b></p>
<p>
Our client is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Finance to join its leadership team during an exciting stage of growth. This is a highly visible role with the opportunity to build and shape the company&rsquo;s financial foundation from the ground up&mdash;serving as the primary owner of all finance-related functions. Reporting directly to the CEO, this individual will play a key role in driving financial strategy, leading forecasting and budgeting processes, establishing KPI reporting, and delivering insights that inform critical business decisions. As a trusted partner to leadership, the Director of Finance will have a meaningful voice in shaping the company&rsquo;s direction while building scalable processes to support continued growth.</p><br>
<p><b>
WHAT YOU WILL DO</b></p>
<ul>
<li><div>Collaborate with the CEO on annual and long-term business planning, budgeting, and operational analysis.</div>
</li><li><div>Drive annual financial planning and rolling forecasts with the executive team.</div>
</li><li><div>Provide financial support to department leaders, developing and managing models for accurate budgeting.</div>
</li><li><div>Spearhead monthly financial and KPI reporting, analyzing trends in revenue, expenses, and employee count.</div>
</li><li><div>Ensure data integrity among various sources, manage bookkeeping functions, and oversee audits.</div>
</li><li><div>Manage customer billing, payables, and vendor relationships, addressing past-due collections.</div>
</li><li><p>Lead the development of the finance department as our client&rsquo;s company scales.</p>
</li></ul><p><b>WHAT YOU WILL NEED</b></p>
<ul>
<li><div>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline</div>
</li><li><div>6+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience, with a minimum of 2 years in FP&amp;A specifically</div>
</li><li><div>Start-up experience in an early-stage B2B SaaS-based company</div>
</li><li><div>Excellent proficiency in financial theory, forecasting, and financial accounting</div>
</li><li><div>Data-driven with exceptional quantitative analysis skills, including advanced Excel modeling</div>
</li><li><div>Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills</div>
</li><li><div>Strong work ethic with an ability to focus on complex financial problems, with a strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy</div>
</li><li><div>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</div>
</li><li><p>Experience with QuickBooks, HubSpot, a plus</p></li></ul></div>

Director of Finance

Strongpoint Partners

<div><div><p><b>Who we are:</b></p>
<p>
Strongpoint Partners is tech-enabled retirement services platform serving small- to mid-sized businesses with integrated retirement third party administration, recordkeeping, payroll, and HR solutions. Recognized as one of Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies in America and certified as a Great Place to Work, Strongpoint offers a suite of services that prioritizes accuracy, compliance, and reduction of regulatory risk for its clients, delivered by local client success teams that understand the nuances of the markets they serve. With a coast-to-coast network of 19 leading firms including HowardSimon (&quot;HSR&quot;), Jocelyn Pension Consulting (&quot;JPC&quot;), Retirement Strategies Group (&quot;RSG&quot;), Retirement Planners and Administrators (&quot;RPA&quot;), Pension Financial Services (&quot;PFS&quot;), Pollard &amp; Associates (&quot;PA&quot;), Carlson Quinn (&quot;CQ&quot;), SI GROUP (&quot;SIG&quot;), Retirement Planning Consulting Group (&quot;RPCG&quot;), Karel-Gordon &amp; Associates (&quot;KGA&quot;), Cash Balance Actuaries (&quot;CBA&quot;), Pension Consultants, Inc. (&quot;PCI&quot;), Actuaries Unlimited (&quot;AUI&quot;), California Retirement Plans (&quot;CRP&quot;), Benefit Equity (&quot;BEI&quot;), United Benefit Pensions, Inc. (&quot;UBP&quot;), Creative Retirement Systems (&quot;CRS&quot;), Associated Pension Consultants (&quot;APC&quot;), Allied Consultants, Inc. (&quot;ACI&quot;), American Retirement Plan Services, LLC (&quot;ARPS&quot;), and SMS Retirement (&quot;SMS&quot;). Strongpoint Partners combines a relentless passion for service and innovation with the experience and expertise required to make retirement work for everyone. For more information, please visit: www.strongpointpartners.com.</p></div><p><b>
Position Summary:</b></p>
<p>
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated <b>Accounting Intern</b> to join our team. This role offers hands-on experience in a professional accounting environment, providing exposure to a range of accounting functions such as accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, reporting, and general ledger maintenance. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, organized, and comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets.</p>
<p><b>
***PLEASE NOTE:</b> This is a <b>part-time internship (</b>approximately 20 hours per week) based in our downtown Chicago office. The position follows a <b>hybrid work model</b>, with a few half days per week in the office and the remainder of the work completed remotely. We are seeking candidates who are able to work from May through August 2026.</p>
<p><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.</li>
<li>Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.</li>
<li>Help prepare and maintain financial reports, spreadsheets, and journal entries.</li>
<li>Perform bank and account reconciliations under supervision.</li>
<li>Assist with data entry, filing, and document organization.</li>
<li>Support audits and budget tracking as needed.</li>
<li>Conduct research and analysis to support the accounting team.</li>
<li>Help ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</li>
<li>Basic understanding of GAAP and financial principles preferred.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) is a plus.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li>
<li>Excellent organizational and communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>What You'll Gain</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Practical experience in day-to-day accounting operations.</li>
<li>Mentorship from experienced accounting professionals.</li>
<li>Insight into financial reporting and business operations.</li>
<li>The opportunity to develop technical and professional skills that support a future career in accounting or finance.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Pay Transparency Statement:</b></p>
<p>
The anticipated pay range for this position is <b>$18-$20/hour</b>.</p>
<p>
At Strongpoint Partners, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.</p><p></p><div><p><b><br>
Our Value-Driven Employee Experience:</b></p>
<ul>
<li><b>Flexible Workplace</b> &ndash; Hybrid and remote options available for many roles.</li>
<li><b>Unlimited PTO</b> &ndash; Competitive paid time off, including flexible &amp; unlimited options.</li>
<li><b>Inclusive Environment</b> &ndash; A culture that values diversity, collaboration, and respect.</li>
<li><b>Growth Opportunities</b> &ndash; Support for ongoing learning and career development.</li>
<li><b>Comprehensive Benefits</b> &ndash; Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.</li>
<li><b>Workplace Perks</b> &ndash; Incentive bonus programs, flexible hours, &amp; more.</li>
</ul>
<p><i>**Specific benefits and programs may vary by partner and position.</i></p></div></div><p></p>

Accounting Intern

Chicago Public Schools

<div><div><b>Accounting Manager, Capital Fixed Asset &amp; Revenue</b><div>
</div><b>
Job Number:</b> <b>260000HG</b><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Posting Date</b><b>:</b> Apr 10, 2026, 5:12:30 PM</div><div><b>
Primary Location</b><b>:</b> Central-42 West Madison Street (Accounting)</div><div><b>
CPS Non-Union Job Grade</b><b>:</b> S09</div><div><b>
Estimated Annual Salary Range</b> <b>:</b> 90,000.00 - 118,000.00</div><div><b>
Position Type</b><b>:</b> Non-Union Position</div><div><b>
Overtime Status</b><b>:</b> Exempt</div><div><b>
Final salary offers are dependent upon candidate qualifications.</b></div><div></div><div><div><br>
</div><b>
JOB DESCRIPTION -</b><p></p><div><br>
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 45,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students &ndash; student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the district supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Office of Finance develops and manages CPS&rsquo; annual operating and capital budgets and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, prepares long-term financial projections, secures both short-term and long-term resources to provide adequate liquidity, and provide data, information, analysis, knowledge and methods for our leaders to anticipate and respond effectively to the challenges facing Chicago Public Schools. Within the Office of Finance, the Office of the Controller is responsible for the financial operations of Chicago Public Schools, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Internal Accounts, and Corporate Accounting.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Summary:</b></div><div>
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Controller, the Accounting Manager (Capital Fixed Asset &amp; Revenue) assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of professional accountants engaged in the management of financial accounts. This position will design and implement computerized accounting systems and internal controls to ensure operational efficiency within the Office of Controller. This position will use current industry technology to ensure the integrity of all data processes throughout the financial systems for the recording of property tax distributions, capital and fixed assets, payables and payroll accounts, cash and other bank accounts, as well as other revenue and expense transactions; as well as monitor payroll.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
The Accounting Manager, Capital Fixed Asset &amp; Revenue will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Manage and supervise the Capital Fixed Asset and Revenue Team.</div><ul><li><div>
Ensure the staff follows established policies and procedures in the performance of their duties, application of accounting principles, and various system validations on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</div></li><li><div>
Review and approve all journal entries prepared by staff.</div></li><li><div>
Provide leadership, develop goals, objectives and performance standards for the Capital Fixed Asset and Revenue team and conduct performance evaluations.</div></li><li><div>
Organize, develop, and schedule ongoing training and development for staff.</div></li></ul></li><li><div>
Prepare complex financial calculations and audit-related work papers and schedules.</div></li><li><div>
Ensure the various Prepared by Client (PBC) work papers prepared by staff, as well as the fiscal data compiled for inclusion in the Annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR) are completed accurately and within the established deadlines.</div></li><li><div>
Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements e.g., Annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR), Annual Financial Report (AFR), and the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR); as well as, present the District&rsquo;s position to auditors, external parties in regards to accounting issues and financial statement presentation.</div></li><li><div>
Enhance and strengthen internal controls and increase process efficiency and effectiveness.</div><ul><li><div>
Oversee the financial reporting system implementation, migration, testing, conversion, automation, and upgrades of the various financial modules; review and analyze the effectiveness of system controls at each process stage for the end user.</div></li><li><div>
Manage special ad hoc projects and technology endeavors to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations as assigned.</div></li></ul></li><li><div>
Review Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statements, Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Best Practices and Advisories, U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Guidance, and other Federal, State and Local regulatory directives.</div></li><li><div>
Review interpretations, concept statements and technical bulletins to ensure the timely and proper application of the standards, as well as implement the early adoption of new standards when necessary and beneficial to the Board.</div></li><li><div>
Maintain and update the Accounting Manual, as necessary, with approved changes in policies, procedures, and business processes related to the assigned area of responsibility for property tax, payroll, pensions, benefits, as well as, capital and fixed assets.</div></li><li><div>
Understand and communicate the School Districts&rsquo; complex property tax, payroll, pension, capital and fixed assets business requirements, cycles, processes, activities, and controls.</div><ul><li><div>
Function as a liaison on accounting-related issues with various departments such as Grants Management, Payroll, Budget, Facilities, and Treasury.</div></li></ul></li></ul></div><p></p><div><div><b><br>
In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Accounting Manager, Capital Fixed Asset &amp; Revenue must possess the following qualifications:</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Education Required:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Finance is required</div></li><li><div>
Master&rsquo;s Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Finance and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is highly preferred.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Experience Required:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Minimum of five (5) years of Accounting experience in accounting/financial reporting and auditing, including a minimum of two (2) years of Supervisory experience is required.</div></li><li><div>
Previous experience in Governmental Accounting and experience working with a Tier 1 ERP system and involvement in conversions/upgrades is preferred.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></div><ul><li><div>
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, websites, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public:</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of financial practices at a large government organization.</div></li><li><div>
General knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to financial operations.</div></li><li><div>
General knowledge of financial internal controls.</div></li><li><div>
Able to write basic procedures and policies.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to read and understand various policies and procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to identify problems and develop recommendations for resolution.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to use spreadsheets to view data and perform analysis.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to analyze data and document any issues or problems.</div></li><li><div>
Advanced Microsoft Office skills i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Oracle Financials, SQL programming language.</div></li><li><div>
Advanced Oracle experience in a large government organization (preferred), and Adept user of internet, E-mail, and other office automation systems.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Benefits:</b></div><div>
Health &amp; Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice</div><div>
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents. You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:</div><div>
Medical Plan Options</div><div>
Pharmacy</div><div>
Dental</div><div>
Vision</div><div>
Behavioral Health &amp; EAP</div><div>
Employee Wellness Program</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow</b></div><div>
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:</div><div>
Basic Life Insurance</div><div>
Life and Disability Insurance</div><div>
Pension Plans</div><div>
Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))</div><div>
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)</div><div>
Spot Pet Insurance</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life</b></div><div>
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:</div><div>
Paid Leave</div><div>
Sick Leave</div><div>
Vacation Days</div><div>
Parental Leaves</div><div>
Short-Term Disability</div><div>
Religious Holidays</div><div>
Leaves</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Reference the </i><i>Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview</i><i> or the </i><i>benefits handbook</i><i> for comprehensive details.</i></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Conditions of Employment</b></div><div>
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:</div><ul><li><div>
Be Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19 - Unless approved for a medical or religious exemption, all employees are required to be up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, and to submit proof of vaccination to the district within 30 days of hire. &ldquo;Up-to-date&rdquo; on vaccination is defined as being at least two weeks past all primary vaccine doses and any applicable boosters.</div></li></ul></div></div>

Accounting Manager, Capital Fixed Asset & Revenue

City of Chicago, IL

<div></div><div><div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>417262</b></div><div><div>
</div></div><div><b>
Description</b><div></div><div><b><br>
BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Department of Family and Support Services</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Finance Division (Senior Services Portfolio)</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Number of Positions: 1</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Starting Salary: 57,000</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City&rsquo;s collective bargaining agreement with </b><b>AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) &ndash; BARGAINING UNIT 1, 3, 4 &amp; 5. </b><b>Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
BID INSTRUCTIONS:</b><b> Apply on the bid site: </b><b>https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en</b><b> AND</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
1. Check the box on your profile titled &ldquo;Currently employed by the City of Chicago&rdquo;</b></div><div><b>
2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled &lsquo;payee/employee number&rsquo;)</b></div><div><b>
3. Select your correct bargaining unit</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 04/27/2026</b></div><div></div><p><br>
Under supervision, performs paraprofessional accounting and auditing duties; and performs related duties as required</p><p></p><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:</b></p><ul><li> Posts transactions involving cash receipts, disbursements, and/or accounts payable and accounts receivable to ledgers.</li><li> Posts journal entries and verifies the availability of funds.</li><li> Reviews program contracts, budgets and budget amendments, and revisions for conformance to federal, state, and local government accounting requirements.</li><li> Prepares trial balances or periodic summary statements to verify the equality of debits and credits or to determine account balances.</li><li> Audits vouchers submitted for reimbursement by examining contracts, budgets, balance sheets and other documents to determine if costs are allowable.</li><li> Verifies computations on voucher extensions and waivers to contract provisions.</li><li> Interprets contract provisions in order to identify allowable and non-allowable expenditures.</li><li> Calculates totals and determines the appropriateness of supporting documentation.</li><li> Resolves problems regarding budget limitations, allocations, or modifications and prepares necessary documentation.</li><li> Provides technical assistance on the preparation of documents for reimbursement to contractors, subcontractors or other agencies.</li><li> Maintains control ledgers, prepares routine financial reports and approves vouchers for payment.</li><li> May assist in preparing departmental program and operating budgets.</li></ul><div></div><div><i><br>
Additional duties may be required for this position</i></div><div></div><p><b><br>
Location: </b>Department of Family and Support Services</p><p><b>
Address: </b>1615 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago IL 60622</p><p><b>
Shift: </b>Mon &mdash; Fri, 9:00am &mdash; 5:00pm</p><p></p><p><b><br>
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE</b></p></div><div><div><br>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><div><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><p>
Two (2) years of paraprofessional accounting or auditing experience.</p><p>
Should the above criteria not be fulfilled, the following options are acceptable:</p><ul><li> Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate&rsquo;s degree or higher in Accounting.</li><li> Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate&rsquo;s degree or higher, plus 15 semester hours in Accounting.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications:</b></p><p><b>
N/A</b></p><div></div><div><b><br>
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:</b></div><div>
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral parts of the interview will be selected.</div><div></div><p><b><br>
Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:</b></p><div></div><ul><li><br>
<b> </b>Proficient with accounting software, data management software and Oracle based applications.</li></ul><p></p><div><b><br>
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:</b></div><div><b>
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:</b></div><div><b>
https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf</b></div><div></div><p><b><br>
APPLICATION EVALUATION:</b><b> </b>Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.</p><p><b>
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:</b> To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. <b><i>These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders.</i></b><b><i> </i></b><b><i>For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.</i></b><b> </b>To learn more about our hiring practices click here.</p><div><b>
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance</b><b> </b><b>Employer.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
City of Chicago</b></div><div>
Brandon Johnson, Mayor</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
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Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Apr 13, 2026, 12:00:00 AM | <b>Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External</b>: Apr 27, 2026, 11:59:00 PM</div><div><b>
BU</b><b>:</b> 01 | <b>Salary</b><b>:</b> $57,000 <b>Pay Basis</b><b>:</b>Yearly</div></div>

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN

Sidley Austin

<div>Summary:
<p>
The Marketing Coordinator, Client Engagement is a key team member within the Marketing Department. The Coordinator supports a range of office, regional and firmwide marketing and client engagement initiatives designed to elevate the Firm&rsquo;s profile and help lawyers connect with clients, as described below. They take an active role in learning about the service offering, lawyers, and clients of the office/region, and work closely with colleagues across offices and functions to coordinate a range of integrated marketing efforts.</p>
Duties and Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Works with lawyers and marketing colleagues to plan and execute Firm sponsored and hosted client events:
<ul><li>Identifies event and sponsorship opportunities aligned with the Firm&rsquo;s office/regional practices and industries</li><li>
Develops appropriate invitation lists and seeks relevant approvals</li><li>
Creates invitations in collaboration with the design team, distributes invitations, and processes registrations</li><li>
Coordinates the production of event materials</li><li>
Coordinates pre-event planning and post-event debrief meetings with stakeholders</li><li>
Defines event metrics to measure ROI<br>
</li></ul></li><li>
Supports office/regional client entertainment activities, including management of the Firm&rsquo;s ticket assets and allocation system:<ul><li>
Acts as primary contact for all regional sports and event ticket requests</li><li>
Works with the BD and Marketing team and office/regional leadership to identify appropriate business development use of firm tickets</li><li>
Leverages the use of the firm&rsquo;s ticket database to maintain accurate records of all ticket usage and works with the accounting department to appropriately document ticket expenses</li><li>
Tracks ticket usage and prepared utilization reports
</li></ul></li><li>Assists with drafting and reviewing lawyer biographies for Sidley.com
</li><li>Liaises with lawyers to produce and distribute internal and external marketing communications, including new lawyer announcements and newsletters</li><li>
Drafts regional news announcements and other content for the intranet, website, and social media platforms</li><li>
Helps identify relevant speaking and other credentialing opportunities for office/regional lawyers and assists in the production of required materials
</li><li>Assists in the planning and execution of office/regional marketing initiatives and events that further the Firm&rsquo;s Inclusion programs</li><li>
Leverages firm technology such as SalesForce (campaign and project management), InterAction (contact relationship management), and Foundation (experience management) to document and track marketing activity</li><li>
Collaborates with the Creative team to produce marketing materials related to sponsorships and advertisements</li><li>
Assists in the selection, procurement, inventory, and distribution of firm promotional items for marketing activities
</li><li>Performs research and data collection on clients and contacts, industries, and competitors, as requested</li><li>
Assists in training lawyers and professional staff on InterAction, LinkedIn, and other marketing related tools</li><li>
Supports special projects as requested by Marketing Department management and regional lawyers</li></ul><div>
Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.</div>
Target Salary Range: $63,000 - $78,000 if located in Illinois Qualifications:
<div>
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).</div><div><br>
</div><div>Education and Experience:
</div><div>Required:</div><ul><li>
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
</li><li>A minimum of two (2) years of marketing, business development, program planning, and/or other relevant experience</li><li>
Excellent writing and proofreading skills
</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook</li></ul><p>
Preferred:</p><ul><li>
Marketing or business development experience in a law firm or other professional services organization
</li><li>Working knowledge of customer relationship, pipeline, and experience management databases such as InterAction, Salesforce, and/or Foundation</li><li>
Familiarity with relevant company/market research tools, as well as law firm rankings, awards, and league table publications</li></ul><div>
Other Skills and Abilities:</div><div>
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:</div><ul><li>
Strong organizational skills</li><li>
Strong attention to detail</li><li>
Good judgment</li><li>
Strong interpersonal communication skills</li><li>
Superior relationship building skills</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others</li><li>
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion</li><li>
Able to work under pressure</li><li>
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities</li></ul><div>
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer</div><div>
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Marketing Coordinator, Client Engagement

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