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Director of Accounting

Chicago, ILFull-timeOct 27, 2026

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The salary range for this position is $180,000-$200,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0mYou know what’s awesome? PTO.

You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors.

Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. Job Description:Project and Asset AccountingOversee project accounting (CapEx and OpEx), ensuring accurate tracking, cost allocations, and capitalization of project expenditures in compliance with U.S. GAAP.Manage fixed asset accounting, including asset capitalization, depreciation schedules, impairment assessments, and disposals.Manage intangible asset accounting, including capitalization, amortization schedules, impairment assessments, and divestitures / disposals.Lead lease accounting under ASC 842, ensuring accurate lease classification, right-of-use asset accounting, and financial disclosures.Collaborate with project management, finance, and operations teams to improve capital expenditure tracking and financial controls.Mineral Reserve reporting (S-K 1300) finance support analytics and commentaryProperties & Facilities reporting finance support analytics and commentarySustainability & Environmental reporting finance support analytics and commentarySupport account receivable aging analysis and allowance for doubtful accounts analysis through the leveraging / addition of credit assessment, past due history, collections status, etc. Financial Compliance and Internal ControlsMaintain compliance with U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and corporate accounting policies.Develop and implement internal controls to ensure financial accuracy and mitigate risk in project and asset accounting.Support internal and external audits, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements.Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance financial reporting accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.

Data Analytics and Financial InsightsUtilize data tools such as Power Query, Power BI, Alteryx, and Python to develop financial models, automate reporting, and generate actionable insights.Improve data governance and system integration to enhance financial reporting accuracy, accessibility, and automation.Provide data analytics and reporting support across finance, shared services, and accounting to drive strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.

Job details

Type
Full-time
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$180,000 – $200,000/yr
Posted
Oct 27, 2026

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