A stable organization that is a leader in its industry is seeking a SVP/Finance Director to join its executive team.  This organization has an incredibly strong revenue base and a track record of excellence.  The SVP/Finance Director will be responsible for leading and managing the Accounting and Finance (hands on) functions. Responsibilities: Managing the monthly accounting close process including the preparation of monthly financial statements, management reporting, and analysis. All day to day accounting functions such as billing, accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and payroll. In addition, procurement, information technology, facilities management and human resources. Leading the annual budgeting and planning process. Leading the risk management function, including the maintenance and renewal of insurance policies. Oversee the annual tax and external audit function. Oversee the treasury function, including monitoring cash position and managing banking relationships. Managing, training and developing all accounting and finance staff Evaluate, improve upon, design, and implement internal controls Implement measures to reduce costs and improve overall profitability of company Help lead all phases of acquisition activity by the company, including participating in due diligence. Participating in long term planning sessions with executive team Developing strategy for IT, procurement, and human resources. Responsibility for administration and compliance of human resources related to all internal employees. Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting or Finance is required. Minimum of 15 years of Accounting experience is required. Minimum of 2 years of prior experience required CPA and/or MBA preferred Strong organizational, leadership, and strategic thinking skills required Strong communication skills required, both written and verbal

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a Billing Specialist with our client located in Skokie, IL.   Our client is well-established organization who specializes in providing software solutions to their customers. They currently have seen an up-tick in business and are looking for an experienced Billing Specialist to join their team on an open-ended temporary basis for a minimum of 3 months.  This Billing Specialist will be working alongside a team of 3 individuals in the billing department.  The Billing Specialist’s primary responsibility will be creating and sending out invoices to customers. The ideal Billing Specialist will be able to interview as soon as possible and start immediately after. Billing Specialist Responsibilities: Review and process all executed contracts from Salesforce into the Netsuite general ledger system Validate all data, including financial and non-financial, in signed agreements Ensure the accurate creation and maintenance of all customer agreement records in Netsuite Ensure timely entry of all required billing events related to new contracts Work cross functionally to ensure that all required information for management reporting is captured on all new contracts and related billing events Prepare monthly invoices and billing adjustments Prepare management reporting as required Acts as a resource for customers and other functions including collections, customer service, and operations to answer questions and provide support on billing issues Performs other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications: 2+ years of billing experience preferred Experience utilizing Netsuite or Salesforce highly preferred Professional service industry experience preferred Strong attention to detail and communication skills Strong organizational skills If you or anybody you know are qualified and interested, please apply ASAP!

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Payable Analyst with our client located in Vernon Hills, IL.  Our client is a global organization and a leading provider of laboratory instruments to hospitals and laboratories.  They currently are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Analyst to join their team on a Temporary to Permanent basis.  This Accounts Payable Analyst will be working alongside of 4 other team members in the department.  The Accounts Payable Analyst  will be reporting directly to the AP Supervisor, and ideally would be able to phone interview and start ASAP. Accounts Payable Analyst Responsibilities: Review incoming Non-Trade invoices for proper approval signatures and distribute for approval as appropriate Key in and process invoices in their system for payments to vendors Prepare ACH and foreign wire forms, enter into their system for funding and track payments in daily reports Reconcile vendor accounts to vendor statements Work with vendors and internal supply chain group to resolve purchase order and vendor invoice discrepancies Communicate with vendor’s accounts payable staff, accounting managers, controllers, CFO’s and all levels of Accounting staff to address various disputes that may arise Work closely with tax team to process monthly sales tax payments and supply vendors with appropriate tax exempt documents as needed Work closely with general accounting on AP accruals and various month end duties Qualifications 3+ years of recent experience in Accounts Payable Proficient in Microsoft Excel Ability to pick up on new software’s quickly If you or anyone that you know is qualified and interested, please apply ASAP!

Our client located in Northfield, IL is looking to hire a temporary Financial Analyst for approximately 3-4 months to provide additional support during their busy time.  This Financial Analyst will be working 100% remotely and be working directly with a Finance Manager. This is a great opportunity for a recent Finance graduate to obtain hands on financial analysis experience within a large company. Our client is an industry leader in the healthcare industry.  The ideal Financial Analyst would be available to interview and start ASAP. Financial Analyst Responsibilities: Responsible for performing financial and data reporting Analyze year over year financial data Perform variance analysis Formulate financial projections to predict and track performance Analyze financial trends Participate in weekly meetings with team members to present findings Financial Analyst Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance required Advanced Excel skills Strong analytical skills High attention to detail If you or anybody you know are qualified and interested, please apply ASAP!

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Payable Specialist. Our client is a global manufacturing company located in Burr Ridge, IL.  They currently are experiencing an influx of business and are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team on a Direct Hire basis. The Accounts Payable Specialist would be primarily responsible for processing a high-volume invoice in a 3-way match environment, and processing employee expense reports. This is a great opportunity to work in a high volume, fast paced working environment.  The Accounts Payable Specialist will be reporting directly to the AP Manager and ideally would able to interview and start ASAP. Accounts Payable Specialist Responsibilities Accounts payable processing Proactively reviews invoices for proper taxation Verifies non-PO invoices are in compliance with spending authorization levels and are coded accurately Daily vouchering of PO invoices ensuring 3-way match Scans all invoices into SAP as supporting documentation. Review statements from vendors monthly for pay-on-receipt and resolve any differences Keep daily log on all invoices Coordinates new vendor set-up, ensuring that all forms and payment information accurate Track daily exceptions on an exception log Maintain a clean AP aging Research issues on vendor accounts in SAP, search for goods receipts, payments received, PO numbers, etc. Support month-end closing process with AP accruals and year-end audit, as needed. Qualifications 3+ years of experience in AP Manufacturing industry experience preferred Proficient in Microsoft Excel Ability to multi-task If you or anyone that you know is qualified and interested, please apply ASAP!

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Payable Specialist.  Our client, located in Itasca, IL is a well-established distribution company.  They recently had acquired a new entity and have experienced growth within their company.  They are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for a motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to obtain great experience within a growing organization. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be reporting directly to the Controller, and would ideally be able to interview and then start shortly after. Accounts Payable Clerk Responsibilities: Monitor AP email inbox Process 75+ AP invoices daily Research and resolve invoice discrepancies Process employee expense reports Maintains all AP historical records Communicate with vendors to resolve payment issues Code invoices Communicate with internal departments to resolve issues Scan/File invoices electronically into their system Other various Ad/Hoc responsibilities as assigned Qualifications: 3+ years’ experience in full cycle AP processing Proficient in Microsoft Excel Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment If you or anybody you know are qualified and interested, please apply ASAP!

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a Billing Clerk with our client in the manufacturing/distribution industry. This organization is in Blue Island, IL and recently had an employee re-locate. This Billing Clerk would be hired on permanently after completing a 3-month temporary duration and be working alongside a team of 3 individuals in the billing department.  The Billing Clerk’s primary responsibility will be creating and sending out invoices to customers, as well as processing orders in their system. The ideal Billing Clerk will be able to interview as soon as possible and start immediately after. Billing Clerk Responsibilities: Process AP invoices and update order status as order ship Enter and submit orders to manufacturers to process Communicate with vendors Create and send out approximately 50-75 invoices daily to bill customers Assist customers with questions regarding their billing discrepancies Research and resolve billing issues Accept payments from customers over the phone Perform follow up on any non-payments Qualifications: 2+ years of billing experience preferred Strong attention to detail and communication skills Strong organizational skills If you or anybody you know are qualified and interested, please apply ASAP!

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a Credit Analyst with our client in the manufacturing industry, located Deerfield, IL. The Credit Analyst would be primarily responsible for reviewing client financial statements, running credit reports and placing/removing hold statuses on accounts. This role will be on a contract basis, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!   Responsibilities: Interpreting client financial statements Running credit reports for clients on a daily basis Research and resolve credit holds Running D&B Reports Handling email queries regarding contracts New customer set up   Ideal Qualifications: Organization, attention to detail, timely and quick to respond to requests Experience utilizing SAP Intermediate Excel skills

Brilliant Financial Staffing has engaged with our client in the professional services industry for a Staff Accountant to join their team. Our client is located in Chicago and has experienced consistent rapid growth organically and through acquisition. They believe in promoting from within, nurture a culture of upward mobility and have competitive salaries. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to jump-start their career and our client is eager to start someone immediately, so they prefer a contract to hire placement.   Staff Accountant Responsibilities:   Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules according to monthly close schedule by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information. Responsible for recording the cost of newly acquired fixed assets, tracking fixed assets, recording depreciation, and accounting for the disposition of fixed assets. Responsible for general ledger of assigned entities. Complete assigned cash, fixed asset, and other balance sheet account reconciliations monthly. Research and reconcile all discrepancies. Analyze revenues, commissions, and expenses to ensure they are being recorded appropriately. Assist with corporate reporting requirements. Assist in documenting processes and monitoring of internal controls. Support the month-end and year-end close processes to accurately record and report timely all financial transactions as mandated by Company policy. Special projects as assigned.     Staff Accountant Qualifications:   Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance 2+ years of GL experience Strong organizational skills and a close attention to detail Intermediate Excel proficiency Great Plains proficiency or another large ERP experience preferred   If you or anyone you know is interested and qualified, please apply!

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for a Senior Accountant. Our client located near Wood Dale is looking for a highly skilled Senior Accountant. Recently the organization had an employee inform them of their retirement, and they are looking to now bring on a Senior Accountant to join their team. This Senior Accountant would be hired on permanently after completing a 3-5-month temporary duration. Our client is a large financial services company. This Senior Accountant will be reporting to the Controller and will also be working with a team of 2 other Senior Accountants. The ideal Senior Accountant would be able to interview and start shortly after in order to be given proper cross-training. Senior Accountant Responsibilities Maintain General Ledger Accounts Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital Perform Monthly account analysis of general ledger accounts to ensure proper reflection of the company's financial position in accordance with GAAP Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports Prepares payments by accruing expenses; assigning account numbers; requesting disbursements; reconciling accounts Assist in month and year end close processes and conduct intercompany reconciliations Monitor depreciation of fixed assets Assist in annual budget preparation Senior Accountant Qualifications Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting 3+ years of accounting experience Ability to work well in a team environment Strong communication, analytical abilities, organization skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required If you or someone you know is interested, please apply immediately.

Brilliant is seeking a highly motivated Accounts Receivable Clerk to perform cash application functions and customer claims investigation/resolution. Our Client located near Oak Brook is rapidly expanding their distribution company and looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to service vendor accounts by providing customers with product and service information. The Accounts Receivable Clerk position is a great opportunity for anyone trying to invigorate their career. This role will be a contract project as our client is eager to hire as soon as possible.   Requirements Daily application of cash and credit receipts Understanding of debits and credits with a strong technical knowledge Desire to research and problem solve claims, deductions, customer / vendor promotions etc. Daily application of cash and credit receipts Identifying, researching, and resolving discrepancies and disputed customer balances Monitoring and running the aging report - performing the rec's for AR Identifying, researching, and resolving, customer trade claim deductions Processing credit/debit notes Assist AR Manager with monthly accounting positions for claims and bad debt Assist AR Manager with approve expense/deductions racking for customer trade claims Monthly receivables management reporting (i.e. customer DSO calculation and aging analysis) Assist with annual audit of receivables Preparing manual deposit slips   Qualifications Experience with SAP Excel proficiency level: Intermediate Bachelor’s Degree preferred Minimum of 2 years’ experience performing data entry, cash application with customer accounts reconciliation Verbal and written communication skills and ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively Demonstrated record for working with numbers and possessing analytical, problem solving skills Corporate office etiquette Proficient with MS Office Suite Regular use of the telephone and email communication is essential Requires clear verbal and written communication to various team members’ business contacts/customers Ability to reason is required to solve customer payment discrepancies and disputed balances If you or anyone you know is interested and qualified, please apply immediately.

Brilliant has been engaged in a search for a Commercial Collector, in the distribution industry. This industry leading company is dedicated to providing their customers with superior service and products and is looking for a Commercial Collector who will thrive in their busy, fast-paced environment. They are located near Itasca and the position is on a temporary basis, but candidates could be considered for a permanent hire down the line.   Commercial Collection Specialist - Responsibilities Responsible for the execution of collection activities on company receivables and for providing research to support collection efforts when necessary Maintain low delinquency rates and minimize losses by resolving delinquent invoice accounts early in the collections process Collection activities include, but are not limited to, contacting clients by telephone, email, U.S. mail, and through client related websites and email (if applicable) The collector serves as the primary Accounts Receivable (AR) liaison to clients and investors such for the purpose of effectively securing solid payment arrangements and collecting on aged invoices Must work toward and assist in achieving and maintaining corporate revenue targets while minimizing organization/operational Accounts Receivable (AR) losses by effectively managing account assignment and ensuring timely discrepancy resolution Must effectively and positively interact with others (internally and externally) in order to meet financial goals This position requires adherence to strict and organized collection guidelines, such as reporting and delinquency communication, effective client contacts and timely follow up Must demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and resourcefulness   Commercial Collections Specialist - Qualifications 1+ years of applicable experience Background in manufacturing and/or distribution preferred Intermediate Excel skills a plus CargoWise, AS400, or a large ERP system knowledge preferred Ability to multitask and prioritize Must be detail-oriented and possess a strong work ethic   If you or anyone you know is interested and qualified, please apply immediately.

  Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Payable Clerk for our client located in the North suburbs near Des Plaines, IL. Our client is a revolutionary contributor in the manufacturing industry and looks for individuals who can think outside of the box and work in a high volume, fast-paced environment. They have since diversified, becoming an industry leader through growth and acquisitions. This company believes in promoting within, and the reason for the current Accounts Payable opening is due to an internal promotion. The opportunity begins on a contract basis, but the ideal candidate will be considered for the permanent opening if they are satisfactorily fulfilling the duties of the role.   Accounts Payable Responsibilities: Identify, analyze, rectify & process all accounts payable transactions via three-way match Processing roughly 300-400 invoices weekly Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment Act as liaison between Corporate and business unit accounting departments Maintain accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions Answer all vendor inquiries (via phone or Outlook) Assist in monthly closings   Accounts Payable Qualifications: 2+ years of accounts payable experience Experience processing via 3-way match required Large ERP system experience Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong organizational skills   If you or anyone you know is qualified and interested, please apply immediately.

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for a Payroll Administrator on a contract to hire basis with our client located near Oak Brook, IL This is a great opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a growing company. They are in need of a qualified Payroll Administrator, who is comfortable working in a fast paced, high volume environment. The ideal candidate would be comfortable manually processing payroll for up to 300 employees on a biweekly basis. Payroll Administrator Responsibilities: • Process biweekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees • Manage and process garnishments, child supports, and payroll deductions • Research and resolve payroll discrepancies • Maintain time and attendance system • Assist in new hire set up and benefits enrollment • Distribute checks to employees • Communicate with employees to resolve any payroll discrepancies Payroll Administrator Qualifications: • 3+ years of payroll processing experience • Strong attention to detail • Paycor system is a must have If you or anyone you know is qualified and interested please apply ASAP!

Brilliant Technology Staffing is looking for a Senior Front End Engineer. The Senior Front End Engineer is a direct-hire position that will work 100% remotely for a Michigan based firm in the eCommerce space. The Senior Front End Engineer will play a critical role in the technology team during a time of exciting growth. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, curious, and passionate about technology! Responsibilities: Create end user experiences primarily using React.js Write clear, concise and testable code Create responsive components that support mobile and desktop usage Integrate the front end with our platform APIs; review pull requests Collaborate with the product design team on the feasibility and execution of proposed designs Evaluate and recommend solutions to guide team decision making Document the systems you help build, monitor and maintain Requirements: 5+ years of experience in web application development Experience creating new web applications from the ground up Experience developing responsive websites targeting desktop and mobile 2+ years developing in React/Redux 2+ years of experience developing with TypeScript Strong functional programming skills with JavaScript / TypeScript Experience with CSS and component styling techniques Experience integrating analytics platforms Experience integrating content management systems Experience applying security and performance best practices Experience creating public facing consumer applications is a plus Experience with React Native is a plus Strong communication skills

Our Client located on the far South Side of Chicago, is in need of a Grant Accountant. Our client is a well-established privately owned clinic address the health needs of its public residents. This Grant Accountant will be employed on an open-ended temporary basis with a potential to earn a permanent position after successfully preforming the job. This Grant Accountant will provide Financial and Administrative advice and support services to program staff and upper management for the agency.   Grant Accountant Responsibilities: Processes the paperwork, vouchers, and applications for federal, state, and local grants Ensure that the money is allocated and spent according to contractual terms Ensure accurate and timely preparations and submissions of grant reimbursement requests Document payments and expenditures Ensure compliance with grant regulations Prepare and review budget proposals and financial reports Maintain the reporting database Review and post billings to Accounts Receivable system   Qualifications: 2+ years of Grant, Contract, Voucher or Non-Profit Accounting experience BA degree in Accounting or Finance highly preferred Intermediate to Advanced Excel Skills preferred Ability to work independently   If you or anyone you know is qualified and interested in the role please apply now!  

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for a Commercial Collector for our client located in Addison, IL.  Our client is a well-established distribution company, and they are looking to add a skilled Commercial Collector their AR team. The Commercial Collector will be hired on permanently after completing a 3-month temporary period. The Commercial Collector’s performing high volume collection calls and emails on delinquent payments.   This is a great opportunity to work in a well-established, team-oriented environment.  The ideal candidate would be able to phone interview and then start shortly after.   Commercial Collector Responsibilities: Perform collection calls & send out emails to commercial customers regarding past due payments Log/Document all correspondence, and follow up as required Maintain strong internal and external customer relations and follow up on any necessary information needed to obtain payment Identify and negotiate approved payment arrangements on past due balances within collection guidelines and laws and maintaining a strong customer relationship Provide updates by identifying any issues impacting collections, reason for being past due and action being taken to collect or resolve a dispute on AR update calls Offer solutions to customers who are having payment issues or disputes Monitor COD and Credit Card orders to ensure payments are received right away Monitor any changes in payment pattern and recommend customer for credit evaluation Review orders on hold for release Achieve daily call volume goals   Qualifications: 3+ years of B2B collections experience Intermediate Excel Skills Ability to multitask and prioritize Excellent organization skills Strong communication skills both written and verbal   If you or anyone you know is interested and qualified, please apply immediately.

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an AP Specialist.  Our client, located in Schaumburg, IL is a well-established IT service provider, and they are looking for an experienced AP Specialist to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis.  The company is currently going through a system conversion and the ideal candidate would have experience utilizing Microsoft Dynamics 365.  This is a great opportunity for a motivated AP Specialist to obtain great experience within a large well-known organization. The AP Specialist will be reporting directly to the Accounts Payable Supervisor and would ideally be able to interview and then start shortly after. AP Specialist Responsibilities: Monitor AP email inbox Process 75+ AP invoices daily in a 3-way match environment Research and resolve invoice discrepancies Communicate with vendors to resolve payment issues Code invoices Communicate with internal departments to resolve issues Perform weekly check run Scan/File invoices electronically into their system Other various Ad/Hoc responsibilities as assigned Qualifications: 2+ years’ experience in full cycle AP processing MUST HAVE Microsoft Dynamics 365 Software experience Proficient in Microsoft Excel Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment If you or anybody you know are qualified and interested, please apply ASAP!

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Payable Specialist.  Our client located in Downtown Chicago is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team on a Temporary to Permanent basis.  Our client is a growing technology company specializing in the cryptocurrency industry.  The Accounts Payable Specialist would be responsible for managing the full cycle AP responsibilities for the organization.  This is an exciting opportunity to work in a growing company.  The Accounts Payable Specialist will be reporting directly to the Controller and ideally would be able to phone interview and start ASAP. Accounts Payable Coordinator Responsibilities Log all AP invoices into the invoice approval log Process approximately 100 AP invoices weekly Obtain team members invoice approvals, ensuring timely payment processing Track and manage our Independent Contractors in order to process commission payments Process the weekly check run Maintain the electronic filing system for paid vendor invoices. Maintain accurate vendor records in QuickBooks for annual 1099 process Capture and record rent changes Qualifications 3+ years of recent experience in Accounts Payable 1099 processing experience QuickBooks experience highly preferred Proficient in Microsoft Excel Ability to pick up on new software’s quickly If you or anyone that you know is qualified and interested, please apply ASAP!

A growing privately held organization in the construction services industry is seeking a Controller to join its accounting team. The Controller will report to the President of the organization and will oversee all aspects of accounting and financials including decision making. As a manager, this role is responsible for the output of the entire department. This will require creating, maintaining, and improving the systems and processes the team uses, as well as gaining the type of buy-in that animates them at peak performance. Financial reports must be accurate and current. Oversee payroll and cash flow management profitably. Hire as needed for the department, with approval or as budgeted. Ensure the company is on strong financial footing for the long term. Responsibilities: Overall leadership and direction of the accounting function, consisting of general ledger and transactional accounting, including strengthening and establishing policies and procedures. Oversee accounting operations functions including billing, accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and payroll. Lead month-end closing activities, including hands on preparation of journal entries, variance analysis, financial schedules and distribution of financial statements and reports. Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly basis and investigate/resolve variances. Prepare and distribute a variety of financial statements and reports such as job costing, expense analysis, trial balances, balance sheets, income statements and ad hoc reports. Weekly and monthly cash management, including managing cash targets and projections, communication of cash shortages, vendor payment management and cash priorities. Work with outside accounting firm on tax strategies for short term and long term financial health. Evaluate monthly financial results with President noting business results and trends. Lead the annual budgeting and planning process including all reporting and analysis. Lead the annual audit/review process and direct resources accordingly. Establish and maintain a sound internal control environment. Oversee HR functions including but not limited to: Workforce planning - related to accurate tracking of employee hours and payroll, allocation of payroll to appropriate accounts for reporting. Onboarding – related to the collection of new employee information for employment, compliance with legal requirements and changes, and proper documentation of employee file Training – related to professional development, learning new technology and systems, ensuing direct reports have adequate skills, and maintain consistent output. As a member of the management team, regular participation and contribution to the management of the company, strategic level decision making, communicating vision, translating vision into actionable systems and projects   Perform special projects, as required, to assist the Company in achieving its financial and operational goals and objectives. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. 10+ years of related accounting experience with demonstrated progression and stable work history. CPA preferred. Experience in the construction industry preferred. Experience with Microsoft suite of products with intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel. Experience with ERP and reporting systems required. Experience with Intacct accounting software preferred. Strong communication skills – someone who can effectively interact with individuals internally (management, administrative team, sales professionals) and externally (clients, banks, consultants, etc.). Demonstrated examples of accounting process development and improvements. Someone that is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and operate in a hands-on capacity. Independent thinker that can drive results and make decisions without significant oversight. Change agent that can implement best practices and policies efficiently.