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Job Title: Accounts Receivable Lead Location: Wheeling, IL Salary Range: Up to $90,000 Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 401k Role Overview: The Accounts Receivable Lead serves as a key member of the finance team and is responsible for overseeing the full life cycle of Accounts Receivable operations. This role manages high-value customer accounts, drives collection activities, evaluates credit risk, and ensures compliance with construction-related lien and waiver requirements. The ideal candidate excels at balancing analytical precision with proactive communication, helping maintain strong customer relationships while safeguarding the company’s financial position. Key Responsibilities: Manage full-cycle Accounts Receivable activities for high-dollar and key customer accounts. Lead collection efforts, ensuring timely payment and effective resolution of outstanding balances. Review customer payment trends; recommend adjustments to credit terms or financial arrangements as needed. Prepare and present A/R aging and metric-driven reports for management, providing insight into overall portfolio health. Facilitate monthly AR review meetings and communicate trends, risks, and opportunities. Conduct credit checks and assess creditworthiness for new and existing customers. Recommend credit limits and terms based on analysis and company policy. Serve as the primary point of contact for major accounts, ensuring consistent communication and escalation when needed. Gather supporting documentation for large-scale projects and high-value receivables. Prepare and process waivers, preliminary notices, and liens in accordance with state-specific statutes and deadlines. Coordinate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to confirm payment status and resolve compliance-related inquiries. Utilize Outlook and ERP systems for correspondence, data entry, and retrieval of financial information. Create, refine, and maintain advanced Excel reports (including VLOOKUPs and data analysis) to support financial visibility and decision-making. Partner with leadership during monthly and year-end closing activities. Lead special projects aimed at improving AR processes and efficiency across the department. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. 5+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, including construction-related AR/collections. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Excel functions. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and operate with a high level of self-direction. Prior experience within the construction industry. Familiarity with lien laws, waiver processes, and construction billing practices. Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #LI-MB1 #FSIL2025

Job Title: Collections Supervisor Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Salary Range: Up to $75,000 Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 401k Role Overview: Our client, is a high-growth, private equity-backed company that is a Collections Supervisor. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role, driving process improvements, implementing change, and mentoring a team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Collections Supervisor will oversee a team of collection associates, ensuring effective management of overdue/delinquent accounts while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. This leader will influence business outcomes by driving operational excellence, improving collection processes, and supporting the professional growth of their team. Key Responsibilities: Supervise the day-to-day operations of the collections team Monitor collection activity to ensure compliance, quality, and achievement of monthly production targets. Review, develop, and implement policies and procedures for continuous process improvement. Lead initiatives to standardize and automate processes, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Provide coaching, feedback, and development plans for direct reports, setting annual goals and tracking progress. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize customer contact and collections processes. Handle escalated customer issues with professionalism, transparency, and problem-solving skills. Assist with ad hoc projects, reporting, and additional duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience. 7–10 years of experience in collections, cash application, or customer invoicing. Minimum 3 years of hands-on supervisory/leadership experience. Proven ability to lead, train, and develop a high-performing team. Strong process improvement experience, preferably with ERP and collections systems. Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build positive internal and external relationships. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel expertise required). Experience with NetSuite and/or Versapay. Prior exposure to the waste management or environmental services industry. Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #FSIL2025

A manufacturing client of ours near Donaldsonville, LA is seeking an Interim Plant Controller to join their team. Bachelor degree required and prior manufacturing or oil & gas industry experience for large company preferred. The Interim Plant Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations at the plant, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely cost analysis to support daily manufacturing decision Responsibilities: Lead the plant’s monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses Maintain GAAP-compliant accounting practices and documentation Monthly Accruals for Capital and Expense Assist in preparing the plant’s annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and production cost projections. Compile and provide supporting reconciliations to Corporate Accounting Financial reporting for management Update project cost and cash forecast monthly Review purchase requisitions and invoices for coding accuracy ensuring that it is correctly coded Contract Compliance – create summaries of all contracts for Contract Compliance to use in reviewing invoices. Supervise accounting staff Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA preferred. 7+ years of accounting experience, with 2+ years in a manufacturing or plant environment. Experience with a large ERP system (i.e., SAP or Oracle) and advanced Excel skills. Detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable in a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing setting. If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today! #LI-JL1 #MRIL2025

Job Title: Payroll Accountant Location: Bloomingdale, IL Pay Range: $65K-$75K (Based on Experience & Qualifications) Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) Role Overview: Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for a Payroll Accountant with our client located in Bloomingdale, IL. Our client is a construction company who works with various industries including tech, healthcare, industrial, etc. They are currently looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join their organization on a contract to hire basis. This individual will be responsible for payroll processing, benefit administration, as well as general accounting duties. Responsibilities: Collection and Process payroll weekly from employee time sheets. Maintenance of the payroll records which includes additions and deletions of employees as well as setting up files for new employees.  Onboarding new employees All payroll tax deposits & reports weekly and monthly. Work with outside CPA firm to prepare quarterly payroll tax returns and make appropriate deposits after completion. Also assist CPA firm with Year End W2 forms and create internal PDF of all W2 documents. Complete all union reports monthly and make payments for such. Prepare monthly union Vacation Report and process payment for such. Maintain weekly and monthly 401K reports and transfer weekly employee 401K contributions to ABC, update 401K total company match done weekly. Maintain 401K plan working with outside Pension Consultant and outside investment Consultant. Process employees pay increases for union & non-union employees as needed. Qualifications: QuickBooks experience is highly preferred  Union payroll experience (most important requirement) Recent payroll experience If you or anyone you know is qualified and interested, please apply immediately. Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.  

Job Title: Accounts Payable Agent 1 Location: Itasca, IL Pay Range: $23/HR-$25/HR Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k)   Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Payable Specialist with our client located in Itasca, IL. Our client, within the transportation industry, recently had an individual need to leave due to relocation. They are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their organization on a temporary to hire basis. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be working on a team along with other specialists and be reporting to the AP Manager. The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist would be able to interview ASAP and start shortly after.   Accounts Payable Specialist Responsibilities: Process and code invoices, check requests, and vouchers Communicate with vendors via phone or email Obtain appropriate invoice supporting documentation such as purchase orders and approvals Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies Reconcile various accounts File and maintain records and reports Perform other duties as assigned   Qualifications: 1+ years of recent 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 Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Title: Data Architect Contract or Perm: Contract to hire  Compensation: $175,000 - $200,000 Conversion salary  Remote/Hybrid: Onsite Location: Kansas City   Data Governance, Strategy and Architecture  Define and drive the organization's overall vision, data strategy, roadmap, and architecture vision. This includes the data AI architecture vision, strategy, and roadmap. This includes the design of scalable data lakes, data warehouses, and data fabric architectures.  Establish and enforce data governance policies and standards to ensure data quality, consistency, and compliance with all relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). Lead the implementation of a comprehensive data governance framework, including data quality management, data lineage tracking, and master data management (MDM). Collaborate with data owners and stewards across business units to establish clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability for data assets. Establish clear rules and policies governing the responsible usage of data within AI and ML models, including documentation of data lineage for model training. Design data infrastructure specifically optimized for AI workloads, including data pipelines for machine learning models, and architect solutions for large language models (LLMs). Develop bias mitigations strategies to ensure diverse and representative datasets to prevent AI biases,and architect monitoring systems for model drift. Evaluate, recommend, and select appropriate data management technologies, including cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), storage solutions, and governance tools.  Architect complex data integration patterns to connect disparate data sources across the organization, ensuring seamless data flow and a unified data view.   Data Security and Privacy  Design and implement a robust data security architecture to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access, breaches, and corruption.  Develop security protocols, such as encryption, access controls (IAM), and masking techniques to safeguard data in transit and at rest.  Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability testing to identify gaps in security architecture and develop remediation plans.  Ensure the data architecture and its supporting systems are compliant with internal policies and external data protection regulations.    Data Modeling and Management  Design and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models for transactional and analytical systems.  Oversee the development of database schemas, metadata management, and data cataloging efforts to improve data discoverability and understanding.  Define and standardize data architecture components, including storage solutions (data lakes, warehouses, etc.), data pipelines, and integration patterns.  Evaluate and recommend new data technologies, tools, and platforms that align with the organization's strategic needs.   Data Classification  Design and implement a robust data security architecture, including controls for access management, encryption, and data masking to protect sensitive information.  Create and manage an organization-wide data classification scheme based on data sensitivity and importance (e.g., public, internal, confidential, restricted).  Implement technical controls and processes to automatically classify and tag data assets, ensuring proper handling and security.  Collaborate with business and legal teams to define and apply data classification rules consistently.   Team Collaboration and Leadership  Provide technical guidance and mentorship to data engineers, analysts, developers, and other IT teams on best practices for data management and security.  Work closely with business stakeholders to understand their data requirements and translate them into effective architectural solutions.  Foster a data-centric culture across the organization, promoting awareness and understanding of data governance principles. #LI-RA1  #Tech2025

Tax Manager – Local Chicago CPA Firm | Strong Client Base | Exceptional Culture | Top Compensation  Are you a Tax Manager looking for a firm where your work is valued, your voice matters, and your career can thrive long-term? Our Chicago-based public accounting client, a well-established local CPA firm with decades of success, is seeking a Tax Manager to join their growing practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional who wants high-caliber work without sacrificing quality of life.  This firm is known for it’s excellent culture, extremely low to no turnover, long-tenured team and above market compensation. Why This Firm? Deep, loyal client base across diverse industries Supportive, people-first culture rooted in mentorship and collaboration Excellent work-life balance with manageable busy seasons Top salary and bonus structure for experienced tax leaders  

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist Location: Addison, IL Pay Range: $25/HR-$27/HR Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Accounts Payable Specialist with our client located in Addison, IL. Our client is a well-established wholesale distributor of various plumbing supplies, and they’re starting to experience an up-tick within their business.  Due to the increased workload, they are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team on a temporary basis for approximately 3-4 months. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be working directly alongside the Staff Accountant and be responsible for full cycle AP tasks. The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist would be able to interview ASAP and start shortly after. Accounts Payable Specialist Responsibilities: Review and process AP invoices Enter and process vouchers using 3-way match Process vendor payments in a timely manner in accordance with vendor payment terms. Determine the best payment method for vendors such as ACH, check, or online payment. Review vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies. Work with internal teams to resolve any receiving or purchase order discrepancies to ensure timely invoice processing. Process and communicate vendor payment remittances. Review documentation for new vendor setup (W-9, certificate of insurance). Communicate any out of the ordinary invoices with the Finance team. Qualifications: 2+ years’ of recent experience in full cycle AP processing 3-way match invoice processing experience-REQUIRED 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 Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk Location: Elk Grove Village, IL Salary Range: Up to $25 per hour Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 401k Role Overview: The Accounts Payable Specialist plays a key role in supporting the Accounting Department under the direction of the Controller. This position is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, maintaining proper documentation, and facilitating payments to vendors and service providers. The role requires a strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Accurately enter all Accounts Payable invoices in a timely manner. Perform detailed three-way matching of vendor invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents to verify pricing and quantities. Identify and resolve discrepancies by communicating with vendors and internal teams (purchasing, receiving, etc.) to ensure proper documentation and corrections. Schedule and prepare the weekly payment run, including checks, ACH transfers, credit card payments, and other disbursements as authorized by the Controller. Maintain an organized filing system for both electronic and paper records supporting all payments. Monitor and record Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, accuracy, and transaction quality. Ensure all vendor payments are processed promptly to take advantage of available discounts and maintain positive vendor relationships. Enter Drop Ship Order vendor invoices as Drop Ship POs, ensuring revenue and cost entries align within the same reporting period for accurate financial statements. Run A/P Aging Reports and assist in cash flow forecasting related to payables. Qualifications: Hands-on experience with Sage 100 accounting software. Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and general accounting principles. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Experience working in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Familiarity with KPI tracking and process improvement initiatives. Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status

Job Title: Collections Specialist Location: fully remote Pay Range: $26/HR-$31/HR (Based on Experience & Qualifications) Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a fully remote Collections Specialist with our client located in Austin, TX. Our client is a SaaS company that works primarily in the non-profit space. They are looking for an experienced Collections Specialist to join their team on a contract to hire basis.  This Collections Specialist will be reporting to the Collections Manager and be working alongside a team of 4 other Specialists. Collections Specialist Responsibilities: Engage with customers to discuss overdue payments, providing professional and courteous assistance. Resolve payment discrepancies and address customer inquiries regarding billing and collections. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and prevent future issues. Execute collections strategies in line with company policies and financial goals. Collaborate with team members to achieve individual and departmental targets. Document and track customer commitments and payment arrangements. Provide insights to management regarding potential risks associated with specific accounts. Generate and analyze collections reports to monitor performance against targets. Contribute to regular updates on collections activities and trends. Qualifications: 2+ years of proven experience as a Collections Specialist or in a similar role. Intermediate Excel skills (pivots and VLOOKUPS), Excel test will be administered upon presentation Strong negotiation and communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management abilities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. If you or anybody you know is qualified and interested, please apply ASAP! Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Title: Billing Specialist Location: Chicago, IL Pay Range: $25-29/hr Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k)  Role Overview: Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a Billing Specialist for one of our clients in the Engineering industry, located in Chicago. The Billing Specialist is a temporary role with potential to convert to a permanent position. The role is on a hybrid schedule, with 2 days required in their downtown office. Qualified candidates will be considered immediately and begin the interview process. Billing Specialist Responsibilities: Overseeing the billing process from start to finish, including reviewing invoices for accuracy and completeness monthly, within 20 business days of Period Close Owns set-up, audits, and closures of Projects within VantagePoint (Deltek) Responsible for VantagePoint (Deltek) Data Integrity Responsible for coordinating, developing, and delivering VantagePoint (Deltek) training as directed by The Learning Place Administrator Monitors VantagePoint system performance and troubleshoots any issues over time Take a lead role in implementing any new features, processes, and/or modules Billing Specialist Qualifications: 3+ years of applicable billing experience Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Excellent attention to detail required Experience with Deltek preferred Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #LI-IV1  

*This role is based in Minneapolis, MN* Our client is a rapidly expanding private equity–backed retail company and we our seeking a Controller to establish and lead the company’s accounting function. This is a first-time role ideal for a rising leader eager to step into full ownership of accounting operations, financial reporting, controls, and process improvement during a period of significant growth. Key Responsibilities: Build and oversee the company’s accounting infrastructure, policies, and procedures Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with accuracy and speed Own GAAP reporting, consolidation, and technical accounting matters Develop internal controls and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements Partner with the CEO and PE firm on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic initiatives Manage external relationships including auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, and PE stakeholders Deliver timely financial insights to support operational and strategic decision-making Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 6+ years of progressive accounting experience  Experience with 20-50M organizations Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite or similar financial reporting software's Proven experience improving processes, implementing controls, or building accounting infrastructure Strong understanding of GAAP, technical accounting, and financial reporting High initiative, hands-on leadership style, and ability to thrive in a fast-growth and PE-influenced environment Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #LI-RC1

Job Title: Interim Collections Manager Location: Remote Salary Range: 60-63/hr. Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) About Us: Brilliant® is an award-winning contract and consulting practice headquartered in Chicago and specializing in accounting, finance, technology and business solutions for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. labor markets. Role Overview: Join a Dynamic Team as a Collections Manager (Mat Leave Coverage) – Remote Opportunity Are you a results-driven collections professional with leadership experience seeking a chance to make a meaningful impact in a fast-growing, socially responsible organization? This is the second-largest social good software company globally, is seeking a motivated Collections Manager to oversee our high-volume receivables team during a temporary maternity leave. This is a contract role perfect for a doer who thrives in a busy, changing environment and is eager to contribute immediately. Key Responsibilities: In this pivotal role, you'll oversee the collections process, manage a talented team, and collaborate with finance and IT teams to ensure streamlined operations. Your expertise in collections, coupled with your ability to adapt quickly and communicate effectively, will help maintain our momentum while providing strategic insights through reporting. This high-energy position offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission-driven company that supports over 16,000 nonprofits and leading corporations worldwide. Qualifications: Minimum 8+ years of experience in collections management or a similar financial leadership role Proven leadership skills with experience motivating and developing teams Strong proficiency in Excel, including pivots, VLOOKUPs, and SUMIF formulas Experience managing high invoice volumes (7,000–8,000/month) and large aging receivables Ability to interpret and produce complex reports and data analysis Familiarity with debt collection processes, automation, and software Excellent negotiation and communication skills Ability to handle a chaotic, fast-paced environment and pivot as needed Nice to Have Skills: Experience with SaaS industry billing, revenue recognition, or SaaS-based ERP systems Knowledge of High Radius, Sage Intacct, Workday or Salesforce Exposure to global team management, including offshore and onshore coordination Financial forecasting and ad hoc reporting capabilities Preferred Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field Prior experience in SaaS or technology industries is highly desirable Leadership experience in a remote or distributed team environment Other Requirements: Ability to work effectively in a remote setting, coordinating with teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones Flexibility to adapt to a busy, sometimes chaotic work environment Willingness to learn new systems and processes quickly, with proactive communication and curiosity Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #MRIL2025 #LI-VP1

Job Title: Accounting Specialist Location: Batavia, IL  Pay Range: $60-65k Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k)  Role Overview: Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for an Accounting Specialist. Our client located in Batavia, IL is looking for an Accounting Specialist to join their team on a Direct Hire basis. They are seeking an individual that has 2+ years of general accounting experience, is comfortable with Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs, and ideally has experience in the manufacturing industry. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately! Key Responsibilities: Organize and process financial transactions; maintain financial filing systems Perform general accounts receivable function - invoicing,  monitoring accounts and collection follow ups Perform general accounts payable functions - check, verify and process invoices; prepare payment proposals for approval; pay/file invoices and track the status of each account Maintain fixed assets and depreciation schedules, ensure proper recording of new purchases and disposals Participate in the month-end and year-end closing, account reconciliation and reporting packages Liaise with SCM and Customer Service departments in maintaining customer/vendor master data Assist with banking, customer and vendor interactions as needed and within scope of role Ensure legal/regulatory, safety, security compliance within the financial and tax sectors Perform filing and general administrative tasks Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of experience in general accounting Experience utilizing VLOOKUPS and Pivot Tables Experience in manufacturing environment is a plus Knowledge of ERP and accounting systems Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #FSIL2025 #LI-JS1

Job Title: Agentic AI Lead Location: St. Louis or Atlanta Pay Range: $80/hr - $100/hr Benefits: Healthcare   About the Job A large enterprise organization is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the transformation of its software development lifecycle by building an AI-enabled engineering platform centered on context engineering and advanced code-assist agents. This role is the single-threaded owner responsible for orchestrating, extending, and operationalizing tools like GitHub Copilot, Gemini, Cursor, and similar agentic systems. The goal is to create a highly leveraged engineering environment where AI agents autonomously assist with code generation, testing, incident response, documentation, and workflow execution within a secure, observable, and well-structured operating model. This position requires in-office presence three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday) and does not offer immigration sponsorship. What You’ll Do Define the strategic roadmap for the internal AI engineering platform, treating code-assist agents as first-class products. Architect systems for AI agent invocation, context retrieval, and action execution through custom tools and APIs. Manage and extend a Model Context Protocol (MCP)-aligned toolset to enable agent interactions with internal and third-party systems. Engineer scalable context pipelines that shape agent behavior through centralized, version-controlled custom instructions and connectors. Design, test, and optimize prompts, contextual data frameworks, and agent guidance to improve accuracy, efficiency, and reliability. Define and monitor KPIs for agentic system performance and implement a comprehensive observability stack. Establish platform security, including safeguards for custom tools and APIs, and implement human-in-the-loop guardrails for critical actions. Define and enforce code-driven RBAC and least-privilege controls for all agent-invoked actions. Demonstrate expertise in cloud-native, distributed microservices architectures. Deliver software solutions aligned with standard SDLC practices. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across product, business, engineering, and operations. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Build and manage high-performing engineering teams that deliver scalable, reliable systems. Lead troubleshooting efforts for production and customer issues under pressure. Leverage full-stack development skills and extensive experience with public cloud environments. Mentor and coach junior engineers and contribute to talent development. Drive a data-driven engineering culture with a focus on efficiency and optimization. Ensure adherence to secure software development best practices and maintain engineering KPIs across quality, security, and cost. Define and report SLAs, SLOs, and SLIs in partnership with product and architecture teams. Collaborate with architects, SRE leaders, and other technical stakeholders to shape long-term technical direction. Maintain up-to-date technical documentation and runbooks. Make architecture decisions related to new features, refactoring, and end-of-life transitions. Create and deliver technical presentations to a range of audiences. Required Skills Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience. 7+ years of hands-on software engineering experience. 7+ years of experience with Java, Spring Boot, TypeScript/JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. 7+ years designing and developing cloud-native solutions. 7+ years building microservices using Java, Spring Boot, cloud SDKs, and Kubernetes. 3+ years of experience with advanced code-assist tools, ideally at an expert level. 3–5+ years building or architecting intelligent agent systems integrated with LLMs. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, infrastructure-as-code, Helm, and Terraform. Preferred Qualifications Deep expertise across the GitHub ecosystem, including Actions, Apps, webhooks, and APIs. Senior-level proficiency in Python, Go, or Node.js. Strong experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating complex SaaS systems. Familiarity with the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and experience creating MCP-aligned services. Extensive experience with cloud platforms and Kubernetes. Strong systems-thinking ability across the entire SDLC. Experience with event-driven architectures, especially those triggered by GitHub events. Hands-on experience building LLM-integrated applications. Expertise in building tools, APIs, and function-calling interfaces for AI agents. Practical experience designing or optimizing RAG systems. Ability to orchestrate workflows around existing code-assist agents.   Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Title: Lead AI Engineer Location: St. Louis, MO or Atlanta, GA (Hybrid, 2-3 days onsite per week) Pay Range: $80/HR - $100/HR Benefits: Healthcare   About the Role A large enterprise organization is seeking a Lead AI Engineer to help drive a major technology transformation effort. You will guide a team in building cloud-native solutions, scalable APIs, microservices, and AI agents while leveraging modern development practices and AI-powered coding assistants. This role requires strong architectural expertise, cloud depth, and leadership skills. Onsite presence is required three days per week (Tuesday through Thursday).  Key Responsibilities Design, build, and deploy advanced AI agents using frameworks such as LangChain and LangGraph Develop and refine prompt engineering and context management frameworks Research and integrate emerging AI models, RAG techniques, and agentic frameworks Architect and operate production-scale AI systems in cloud environments Establish MLOps best practices for reliability, monitoring, and observability (including Langfuse) Collaborate with product, data science, and engineering teams to deliver scalable solutions Champion modern development practices using AI code-assist tools Manage and mentor software, quality, and reliability engineers Define and maintain engineering metrics including SLA, SLO, and SLI Partner with product managers, architects, and SREs on strategy and roadmaps Lead production troubleshooting and issue resolution Participate in agile ceremonies such as Sprint Planning and Retrospectives Maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and support guides Deliver clear technical presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences Required Experience and Skills Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 7+ years of software engineering experience delivering scalable systems Experience in AI or ML including model integration and MLOps Hands-on experience with agentic frameworks such as LangChain or LangGraph Strong experience with a major cloud platform and its AI/ML services 3+ years working with Kubernetes workloads Proficiency in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, and/or Java Familiarity with front-end frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue Experience with LLM observability tools (such as Langfuse) Cloud-native skills including: Docker containerization Kubernetes orchestration Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or CloudFormation) CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Argo CD, or Jenkins Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Firestore) Preferred Qualifications Expertise in Generative AI and models such as Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, or Llama Experience using AI-powered code assistants to accelerate development Background deploying AI agents into production environments Strong ability to solve complex and ambiguous technical challenges Clear communication skills and experience mentoring engineers Passion for applying advanced AI to real-world, large-scale problems Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. #LI-AG1

Controller | PE Backed Retail | Hybrid - Minneapolis  Brilliant is working with a rapidly growing private equity backed retail company that is looking to bring on a high potential Controller to build and lead the accounting function from the ground up. This is a first time Controller opportunity for someone ready to take full ownership of accounting operations, financial reporting, controls, and process improvement during a period of significant expansion. Key Responsibilities Build the company’s accounting infrastructure, policies, and procedures Lead monthly, quarterly, and year end close with accuracy and efficiency Own GAAP reporting, consolidations, and technical accounting matters Establish internal controls and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements Partner closely with the CEO and PE firm on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and strategic initiatives Lead and mentor a growing accounting team Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, and PE stakeholders Support system upgrades, automation efforts, and overall scaling initiatives Provide timely financial insights to guide operational and strategic decisions Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 6 plus years of progressive accounting experience (public plus industry blend preferred) Retail or consumer products background is a plus Experience with QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar financial systems Demonstrated success building processes, improving controls, or standing up an accounting function Strong GAAP and technical accounting foundation High initiative, hands on leadership approach, and ability to succeed in a fast growth, PE influenced environment #LI-CM1

Our client, a consumer product goods company in Chicago (near River North area), is seeking an Interim Senior Accounts Payable Specialist (Hybrid role  - 4 days in office). Responsible for the oversight of the Accounts Payable payment function and will help to further centralize and develop payment processes. Work cross-functionally with finance and operations to improve AP processes. Responsibilities: Payment processing, off-cycle payments, direct debit bank clearing and vendor master setup Ensure disbursements are executed in accordance with policy Monitor / maintain all vendor payment agreements Run monthly aging report and provide analysis to management Perform root-cause analysis (RCA) on payment failures, returns and duplicate payments Develop governance and provide oversight of the direct debit process Maintain cash accounts, outgoing disbursements, and oversee weekly cash forecast and present to management. Qualifications: Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or relevant area REQUIRED 4+ years of direct prior experience Must possess and demonstrate strong leadership skills SAP ERP experience preferred Prior process improvement experience required Must have strong problem-solving and time management skills Must be able to execute and follow through to completion Benefits Include: Medical , Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to support your health and well-being. 401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with 401(k) offering. If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today! #LI-JL1 #MRIL2025

A real estate client of ours in Chicago is seeking a contract Property Controller (100% remote). CPA certification and multi-family residential / development industry experience required GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the management and execution of the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions General ledger review and analysis Review monthly draws Balance sheet reconciliation review Oversee financial statement preparation and audit Working with project teams to handle questions Help dig in on journal entries occasionally MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: CPA Certification required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting of Finance required Prior Multi-Family Residential Real Estate industry experience required ERP system experience (JD Edwards and/or Estrada preferred) Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to work well with all levels of employees If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today! #LI-JL1 #MRIL2025

Brilliant® is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance, technology and business solutions for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. labor markets. Job Description Our client, a mid-market Digital Media company is looking for an interim Accounting Manager. This position will lead general accounting, financial statements, internal controls, GAAP compliance, and ad hoc finance projects. This role will be responsible for maintaining NetSuite ERP system. This role is a 6 month project consultant with potential for longer term hire! Responsibilities Manage corporate accounting, including financial statements, general accounting, month-end close, and internal controls Prepare and assist with company budgeting, forecasting, and planning Manage external audits, banking relationships, and financial compliance requirements Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting as assigned Support continual process improvements and system enhancements Supervise and participate directly in completion of month-end and year-end close responsibilities Support process improvements of financial systems, including upgrades and training in NetSuite Partner with cross-functional teams and finance leadership Qualifications B.A. degree in Accounting 8-10 years of progressive Accounting experience Advanced ERP systems knowledge in NetSuite Strong presentation and communication skills Pay Range: $65-75/hour Benefits:  Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) #LI-SG1 #MRIL2025