$115,000 - $150,000k; 12% bonus

Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time  positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward. We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Assistant Controller

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial information while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies. This position will lead the day-to-day accounting operations and partner closely with senior leadership to provide financial insight, support business decisions, and improve overall financial performance.

The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing, construction, industrial, or project-based accounting experience and a strong understanding of cost accounting, job/project costing, inventory, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and ensure financial statements are completed accurately and timely.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections, and financial planning activities.
• Monitor company financial performance and provide management with meaningful analysis, trends, and recommendations.
• Manage and improve cost accounting and job/project costing processes, including analysis of labor, materials, overhead, and other direct and indirect costs.
• For manufacturing operations, oversee inventory accounting, standard costs, variances, cycle counts, and inventory valuation.
• For construction/project-based operations, monitor project profitability, work-in-progress reporting, job costs, billings, retainage, and percentage-of-completion accounting as applicable.
• Review and analyze gross margins, operating expenses, project performance, and other key financial indicators.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax-related reporting, insurance audits, and other external financial requirements.
• Work closely with operations, project management, purchasing, sales, and other departments to improve financial processes and business performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting capabilities, efficiencies, and cost controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Assist senior leadership with financial modeling, capital expenditure analysis, business planning, and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure appropriate controls are in place to safeguard company assets.
• Perform other financial and accounting duties as assigned.

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$155,000 - $190,000k; 15% bonus

Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time  positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward. We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Controller

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial information while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies. This position will lead the day-to-day accounting operations and partner closely with senior leadership to provide financial insight, support business decisions, and improve overall financial performance.

The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing, construction, industrial, or project-based accounting experience and a strong understanding of cost accounting, job/project costing, inventory, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and ensure financial statements are completed accurately and timely.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections, and financial planning activities.
• Monitor company financial performance and provide management with meaningful analysis, trends, and recommendations.
• Manage and improve cost accounting and job/project costing processes, including analysis of labor, materials, overhead, and other direct and indirect costs.
• For manufacturing operations, oversee inventory accounting, standard costs, variances, cycle counts, and inventory valuation.
• For construction/project-based operations, monitor project profitability, work-in-progress reporting, job costs, billings, retainage, and percentage-of-completion accounting as applicable.
• Review and analyze gross margins, operating expenses, project performance, and other key financial indicators.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax-related reporting, insurance audits, and other external financial requirements.
• Work closely with operations, project management, purchasing, sales, and other departments to improve financial processes and business performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting capabilities, efficiencies, and cost controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Assist senior leadership with financial modeling, capital expenditure analysis, business planning, and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure appropriate controls are in place to safeguard company assets.
• Perform other financial and accounting duties as assigned.

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Key Responsibilities: 

• Utilize statistical tools and quality engineering methods to improve process quality, efficiency, and performance.
• Support the plant’s continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve manufacturing and quality issues.
• Communicate directly with customers and suppliers to resolve quality concerns quickly and effectively.
• Develop and implement inspection methods and procedures for products.
• Spend significant time on the production floor working with team members to identify opportunities for improvement.

Key Requirement's: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Other engineering degrees will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• 0–3 years of quality engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with problem-solving methodologies and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Any type of VISA sponsorship will not be considered.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000

*Do to the volume of applications, only those qualified for the position will be contacted. 

Chemical Engineer/Quality Engineer/Project Management/Continuous Improvement/Mechanical Engineer/Project Improvement/Manufacturing/Chemical Manufacturing

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• Prepare and review federal and multi-state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S-corps, and corporations
• Research technical tax issues and draft clear memos and client communications
• Support tax planning and projection work throughout the year, not just at filing deadlines
• Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines simultaneously
• Review work of Tax Associates and provide constructive feedback
• Build and maintain direct client relationships, serving as a trusted point of contact
• Stay current on tax law changes and assess client impact

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• Takes ownership and follows through without needing to be asked twice
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Balances attention to detail with big-picture thinking
• Communicates clearly with finance and non-finance partners alike
• Enjoys solving problems and improving processes
• Builds trust through consistency and sound judgment

Key Responsibilities

• Own the monthly close process and general ledger accuracy
• Own WIP reporting, revenue recognition, job costing, and billing
• Oversee client billing and lien waiver compliance
• Process biweekly and weekly union payroll; ensure compliance with filings
• Own cash flow visibility, A/R trends, and covenant compliance
• Supervise and mentor Project Accountant(s)
• Strengthen internal controls and drive process improvement

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• Serving as engagement lead on audit and assurance engagements for clients across multiple industries
• Planning, executing, and overseeing financial statement audits, reviews, and compilations
• Developing detailed engagement work plans, budgets, and staffing schedules
• Evaluating internal controls and identifying opportunities to strengthen client processes
• Researching complex accounting and auditing issues and communicating practical solutions
• Reviewing workpapers and financial statements prepared by staff and senior associates
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of associates and seniors, providing regular coaching and feedback
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through proactive, year-round communication
• Collaborating with partners and firm leadership on proposals and practice growth initiatives

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We’re looking for a Linux Engineer to help build, optimize, and support the high-performance infrastructure behind a low-latency electronic trading environment.

• Engineer and support high-performance Linux systems used for real-time trading
• Tune Linux servers for ultra-low latency, including kernel, CPU, memory, NUMA, networking, and system performance
• Automate infrastructure deployment, configuration, monitoring, and operational processes
• Troubleshoot complex performance and reliability issues across production trading systems
• Support bare-metal servers, high-speed networking, and colocated trading infrastructure
• Partner closely with software engineers, traders, and network engineers to improve trading platform performance
• Strong Linux systems engineering and scripting/automation experience required
• Experience with low-latency systems, performance tuning, or financial/trading environments is highly preferred

$105,000 - $155,000k; 

Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time  positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward. We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Senior Valuations Associate

Position Summary

The Senior Valuations Associate is responsible for performing and supporting business valuation and financial advisory engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. This position will work closely with Managers, Directors, and Partners to analyze financial and operational information, develop valuation models, prepare client deliverables, and communicate findings and recommendations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in public accounting, valuation, transaction advisory, investment banking, corporate finance, or a related financial services environment, with a strong understanding of valuation methodologies and financial statement analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute business valuation engagements for privately held and publicly traded companies across a variety of industries.
• Perform valuations for purposes including financial reporting, tax planning and compliance, estate and gift planning, mergers and acquisitions, shareholder transactions, litigation support, and strategic planning.
• Develop and analyze financial models using valuation methodologies including the Income Approach, Market Approach, and Asset Approach.
• Perform discounted cash flow analyses, comparable company analyses, precedent transaction analyses, capitalization of earnings, and other applicable valuation techniques.
• Research and analyze company, industry, economic, and market data to support valuation conclusions.
• Analyze historical and projected financial statements, cash flows, operating metrics, and other relevant financial information.
• Assist in determining appropriate valuation assumptions, including discount rates, growth rates, market multiples, and other key inputs.
• Prepare detailed valuation reports, financial analyses, schedules, exhibits, and supporting documentation.
• Review client financial information and identify unusual trends, inconsistencies, and items requiring additional investigation.
• Communicate with clients and management teams to obtain financial, operational, and industry information necessary to complete engagements.
• Assist Managers and Partners with client meetings, presentations, and discussions regarding valuation conclusions and methodologies.
• Manage multiple engagements and competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Review work prepared by Associates and provide guidance, feedback, and technical support.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior valuation professionals.
• Maintain appropriate engagement documentation and ensure work complies with professional standards and firm policies.
• Stay current on valuation methodologies, accounting standards, tax regulations, industry trends, and relevant market conditions.
• Participate in business development activities, including preparing proposals, presentations, and other materials for prospective clients.
• Perform other valuation and financial advisory projects as assigned.

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$105,000 - $155,000k; 

Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time  positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward. We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Senior Valuations Associate

Position Summary

The Senior Valuations Associate is responsible for performing and supporting business valuation and financial advisory engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. This position will work closely with Managers, Directors, and Partners to analyze financial and operational information, develop valuation models, prepare client deliverables, and communicate findings and recommendations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in public accounting, valuation, transaction advisory, investment banking, corporate finance, or a related financial services environment, with a strong understanding of valuation methodologies and financial statement analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute business valuation engagements for privately held and publicly traded companies across a variety of industries.
• Perform valuations for purposes including financial reporting, tax planning and compliance, estate and gift planning, mergers and acquisitions, shareholder transactions, litigation support, and strategic planning.
• Develop and analyze financial models using valuation methodologies including the Income Approach, Market Approach, and Asset Approach.
• Perform discounted cash flow analyses, comparable company analyses, precedent transaction analyses, capitalization of earnings, and other applicable valuation techniques.
• Research and analyze company, industry, economic, and market data to support valuation conclusions.
• Analyze historical and projected financial statements, cash flows, operating metrics, and other relevant financial information.
• Assist in determining appropriate valuation assumptions, including discount rates, growth rates, market multiples, and other key inputs.
• Prepare detailed valuation reports, financial analyses, schedules, exhibits, and supporting documentation.
• Review client financial information and identify unusual trends, inconsistencies, and items requiring additional investigation.
• Communicate with clients and management teams to obtain financial, operational, and industry information necessary to complete engagements.
• Assist Managers and Partners with client meetings, presentations, and discussions regarding valuation conclusions and methodologies.
• Manage multiple engagements and competing deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Review work prepared by Associates and provide guidance, feedback, and technical support.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior valuation professionals.
• Maintain appropriate engagement documentation and ensure work complies with professional standards and firm policies.
• Stay current on valuation methodologies, accounting standards, tax regulations, industry trends, and relevant market conditions.
• Participate in business development activities, including preparing proposals, presentations, and other materials for prospective clients.
• Perform other valuation and financial advisory projects as assigned.

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Our client is well-established global chemical supplier. They currently seek a Process Engineer to support their plant near Elgin, IL. This engineer will daily manufacturing support, troubleshooting, process improvement, optimization and scale-up/ tech transfer of processes. This is a highly-visible position with tremendous growth potential. 

Salary Range: $105,000 - $125,000 + bonus

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Job Code: 43.26LH

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Requirements:

This position requires a degree in chemical engineering. NO OTHER DEGREES WILL BE CONSIDERED. It also requires at least 5 years of post-graduate experience working in a chemical plant, including daily manufacturing support and scale-up experience. Must be a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.

Job Code: 43.26LH

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Location: Chicago, IL (In-Office)

Compensation: Up to $85,000

Our client is seeking a Registered Client Service Associate to join their growing wealth management team in Chicago. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys providing exceptional client service while supporting financial advisors with day-to-day operations and account management.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering exceptional service and timely follow-up.
• Assist advisors with opening and maintaining client accounts, processing transfers, money movements, and other account-related requests.
• Coordinate client paperwork, documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Process account maintenance, distributions, and other operational requests accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare meeting materials and assist with client reviews and follow-up communications.
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure all documentation is up to date.
• Collaborate with advisors and operations staff to provide a seamless client experience.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a client service or operations role within a wealth management, broker-dealer, or financial advisory firm.
• Active FINRA Series 6 or Series 7 license required; Series 65 (or ability to act under an existing advisory structure) is also acceptable.
• Strong understanding of investment accounts, account servicing, and financial industry regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM and custodial platforms is a plus.

What You'll Receive:

• Competitive salary up to $85,000, based on experience.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced financial advisors in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package and long-term career growth opportunities.

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We are a global financial firm with offices in Chicago that is looking to add a talented engineer to our growing Chicago based tech team.  We employ over 600 people and have been at the forefront in utilizing technology in order to make the best business decisions possible.  

We are searching for an experienced Market Data Developer (Python) to assist in the designing of our real-time data delivery platform.  In this position, you will frequently interact with business end users and defining requirements and designing the systems to best suit their needs. 

You should possess a strong back ground in Data Delivery, Python, Linux, SQL. 

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Are you ready to revolutionize the world of high-frequency trading? Join our global firm as a C++ Software Engineer and help us push the boundaries of speed, efficiency, and innovation in the financial markets. We are seeking passionate individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment and are eager to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities:

1. Design and develop cutting-edge, high-performance software solutions for our high-frequency trading systems, ensuring low-latency, reliability, and scalability.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quantitative researchers and traders, to understand their requirements and translate them into robust, efficient code.
3. Implement algorithmic trading strategies and enhance existing ones, optimizing for execution speed and accuracy.
4. Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the quality and stability of the trading systems.
5. Continuously monitor and improve the performance of our trading platforms, utilizing data analysis techniques to identify areas for optimization.
6. Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and algorithmic trading practices, and leverage that knowledge to drive innovation within the firm.

Why Join Us:

1. Global Impact: Be part of a dynamic team that operates on a global scale, influencing financial markets and shaping the future of high-frequency trading.
2. Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge tools to build high-performance trading systems.
3. Intellectual Challenge: Engage in intellectually stimulating work that pushes the boundaries of what is possible in algorithmic trading.
4. Collaboration and Learning: Collaborate with world-class professionals from various disciplines, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
5. Competitive Compensation: We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting your skills, expertise, and contribution to our success.
6. Relocation Support: For exceptional candidates, we provide relocation assistance to help you seamlessly transition to a new location.

Join our high-frequency trading firm and make an impact in the dynamic world of finance. Apply now to be part of a talented team that embraces innovation, values diversity, and pursues excellence in everything we do.

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Responsibilities:

• Design and develop high-performance FPGA solutions for trading systems.
• Optimize hardware for ultra-low-latency data processing and communication.
• Collaborate with software engineers and traders to integrate FPGA solutions with trading platforms.
• Debug, test, and maintain FPGA designs to ensure reliability and performance.
• Stay updated on the latest FPGA technologies and apply them to improve system performance.

As a DevOps Engineer you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies like AWS and Kubernetes to design and implement highly scalable and resilient infrastructure solutions. You'll collaborate closely with development teams to streamline the deployment process, automate testing, and improve overall system performance.

We’re looking for a Senior Python Engineer to join a small, high-performing engineering team building production-quality software systems that power critical applications. This role is ideal for someone with a strong computer science background, a track record of delivering robust, scalable code, and a passion for solving challenging engineering problems.

Our environment is cloud-native and Kubernetes-based, with a focus on modern development practices, continuous integration/deployment, and high reliability at scale. Engineers on this team contribute to both product direction and technical strategy, and are expected to engage deeply in design discussions, code reviews, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain high-quality production Python software.

• Apply strong computer science principles to develop efficient, scalable, and maintainable systems.

• Contribute to system architecture and technical design decisions.

• Write code that is well-tested, well-documented, and easy to understand.

• Collaborate closely with teammates to solve problems, review code, and continuously improve engineering practices.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to other engineers when needed.

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ROLE OVERVIEW

The Tax Manager will work directly with the tax team on a daily basis. The Tax Manager will also work with other internal departments and external service providers.

Tax Manager will be responsible for the following:

· Work with Big4 Accounting firms to prepare & review partnership and corporate returns for 20+ funds & 10+ management company entities

· Work with external accounting firms to oversee & prepare various state, local, and VAT filings

· Effectively manage the tax information of our company's growing investor base

· Work with the broader tax team to review and interpret federal, state, and international tax laws and regulations

· Proactively interact with key employees and external service providers to gather information, resolve tax-related problems, and effectively manage the tax profiles of the funds and management companies

· Design and document internal controls, policies, and procedures for ensuring compliance with tax laws & regulations as well as internal tax policies. This will require working closely with various  business units as well as gathering guidance from external sources

· Assist with tax planning and compliance work for our firm's principal partners

· Research tax issues related to the funds, management companies, and principal partners

· Assist Portfolio Managers and Traders with real-time tax guidance on transactions and corporate actions

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Our tax managers will work on a variety of tax returns including individual, estate, trust, corporate and partnership returns for federal, state and local jurisdictions, and for a variety of industries. We also value subject matter experts who wish to focus on their own chosen interests. Managers review the work of staff accountants and participate in one on one group training for the tax department. This positions requires a thorough knowledge of tax in a public accounting setting.

Our tax managers also serve as lead providers of proactive tax planning, compliance, review and research services for a diverse group of clients in one or more industries. The tax manager will manage or supervise all phases of client engagements, may have primary client responsibility and, in some cases, may be assigned to manager larger scale projects. He/she may be called upon to deliver presentations and to write articles and to provide leadership, supervision, training and performance feedback to senior and staff level accountants.

If you are an energetic tax professional who wants to be on a leadership track, who wants to build their skills and who are looking to provide top notch client service than we would like to speak with you. Partner tracks are available. First consideration given to individuals who have experience working with high net worth and family and closely held businesses.

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Our client is a leader in the manufacturing of water-soluble technologies for many different of industries. They currently seek a Process Development Engineer to support the development of new processes within their R&D facilities in Chicago and NW Indiana. This engineer will work on process R&D activities within those two nearby facilities.

Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000 + bonus 

Job Code: 36.26LH

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The position requires an advance degree in Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science. NO OTHER DEGREES WILL BE CONSIDERED. It also requires a minimum of 4 years of post-graduate scale-up and process modelling experience out of thin films or coatings. Process modelling and scale up experience is required.

Job Code: 36.26LH

Polymer Science/Chemical Engineer/Process Engineer/Process Scale Up Engineer/R&D/Chemicals/Manufacturing/Chemical Manufacturing/Polymer Science/Polymer Engineer/Material Engineer/Material Science

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*Due to the high volume of applications, only those qualified for the position will be contacted.

AUDIT MANAGER AUDIT SENIOR MANAGER

External audit work, leading a team of others, strong thriving firm, in office 4 days per week.  Auditing broker dealers, funds, fund of funds.  Managing, training, developing others. 

Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for  permanent and full-time  positions.   Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward.   We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you! 

Accounting - Audit Senior and Senior Audit Manager

Responsible for providing high quality audit, review and compilation services including financial statement preparation in a timely manner that meets or exceeds client expectations; developing an understanding of the client's business; anticipating and addressing client concerns; keeping lines of communication open with staff and clients; supervising engagement teams; keeping abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP and other technical areas.



There is a fast track to Partnership here. 


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International Tax Specialist International Tax International Tax Accountant

Must have Cost Accounting Management experience from within manufacturing.

We want to provide you with all of the tools you need to be a successful Executive Recruiter within in the field of Accounting and Finance.  You'll be trained as to how to find the right people to work successfully within in the specific cultures of a multitude of companies.  We will provide you with top notch tools and resources as to how to establish rapport with multiple professionals in the Accounting and Finance industry.  We will cultivate your ability to develop your own business, filled with people who are willing to pay you thousands of dollars to help them find and hire then right talent for their companies.  We offer full benefits, including a phenomenal work environment.  We were just listed as #20 out of several hundred search firms in Forbes, based on what people who have utilized our services have to say about us.  This is a workplace where if you need more money, you just spend a little more time working and you'll get it. 

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TAX MANAGER CPA TAX MANAGER

Will prepare and review Tax returns for corporations, pass-through entities, individuals.  Will oversee and direct the work of others.  CPA required.  Partnership track available.

Our client is a global chemical manufacturer, and they are investing capital into their facilities. The Engineering Project Manager is a corporate role that will work with site project teams to develop and implement capital projects. This role will be seated at one of the manufacturing facilities, with a preference for the Chicago area. If seated in the Chicago area, travel will be about 30%. If seated at another site, travel will be up to 70%. 

Job Responsibilities of the Engineering Capital Project Manager include but are not limited to:

• Work with site engineering teams to evaluate equipment needs and develop project plans
• Identify what equipment is needed for sufficient production of product, including new products
• Assess and oversee maintenance and reliability of current equipment 
• Oversee the front-end design, which may include managing vendors
• Provide updates to corporate leadership
• Travel to sites for oversight of project implementation

Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 plus 15% target bonus

Benefits: MDV,401K, PTO, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement

Job Code: 22.26JM

Email resumes to: jmooberry@cps4jobs.com

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Our client is a global chemical manufacturer, and they are investing capital into their facilities. The Engineering Project Manager is a corporate role that will work with site project teams to develop and implement capital projects. This role will be seated at one of the manufacturing facilities, with a preference for the Chicago area. If seated in the Chicago area, travel will be about 30%. If seated at another site, travel will be up to 70%. 

Job Responsibilities of the Engineering Capital Project Manager include but are not limited to:

• Work with site engineering teams to evaluate equipment needs and develop project plans
• Identify what equipment is needed for sufficient production of product, including new products
• Assess and oversee maintenance and reliability of current equipment 
• Oversee the front end design, which may include managing vendors
• Provide updates to corporate leadership
• Travel to sites for oversight of project implementation

Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 plus 15% target bonus

Benefits: MDV,401K, PTO, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement

Job Code: 22.26JM

Email resumes to: lhartl@cps4jobs.com 

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• BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Material Science
• 5+ years of chemical manufacturing experience, may consider food/beverage manufacturing
• Experience managing capital projects in the $3M range, and multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with maintenance and reliability programs
• Must be a collaborative communicator

Job Code: 22.26JM

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The Senior Research & Development Scientist – Dairy is responsible for leading and executing research initiatives focused on dairy-based ingredients, enzyme hydrolysis, and flavor development.  This role requires a strong scientific foundation in food science, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related discipline, along with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and process improvements.

Key responsibilities include designing and conducting experiments, performing analytical and instrumental testing, and interpreting data to support product development efforts from concept through scale-up and commercialization.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design and execute laboratory experiments, including enzyme hydrolysis, analytical testing, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.
• Develop and optimize dairy-based ingredient formulations using enzymes, flavor systems, and other functional components.
• Establish and refine analytical methods to evaluate product stability, functionality, and quality.
• Prepare nutritional labeling and product specifications while ensuring compliance with food regulations.
• Evaluate new technologies and process improvements related to enzyme hydrolysis, spray drying, and ingredient performance.
• Provide technical expertise in dairy ingredient applications and analytical methods.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including batch records, test results, and reports.
• Conduct sensory evaluations to assess flavor, texture, and overall performance.
• Stay current on industry trends, scientific advancements, and regulatory changes.
• Apply knowledge of ingredient functionality to support troubleshooting and formulation optimization.
• Partner with R&D leadership on strategic initiatives and product development.
• Collaborate with QA to support testing, troubleshooting, and compliance.
• Communicate results and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Support scale-up efforts through formulation refinement and process optimization.
• Oversee and mentor the R&D Lab Assistant to ensure efficient lab operations.
• Maintain an organized lab environment, including inventory and equipment calibration.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and regulatory standards (FDA, FSMA, GFSI).

Salary

$110,000 - $130,000 + Bonus

Benefits Available

Requirements / Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related field required. An advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) is preferred but not required.
• Experience: 4+ years of relevant industry experience preferred.
• Strong background in biotechnology, enzyme hydrolysis, or food science is required; experience with spray drying is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience developing and optimizing analytical testing methods using scientific literature and available laboratory equipment, with a preference for hands-on expertise.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a cross-functional, multidisciplinary team.
• Proven ability to initiate and manage R&D projects from concept through execution.

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Mike Ribando at mribando@cps4jobs.com.

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