Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Lombard, IL • 2h ago

Description

We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Lombard, Illinois. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with vendor accounts, manage reconciliations, and contribute to process improvement efforts within the accounts payable function. Ideal candidates will bring a strong background in accounting and a proven ability to streamline workflows.

Responsibilities:

Manage vendor-provided statements in Excel by creating and updating columns to track the status of account activities.

Review vendor accounts to identify discrepancies and resolve them efficiently.

Process outstanding requests with a focus on accuracy and prioritization.

Collaborate with team members to propose and implement improvements to accounts payable workflows.

Perform account reconciliations to ensure consistency and accuracy across ledgers.

Utilize advanced Excel formulas to analyze and manage financial data effectively.

Maintain compliance with accounting standards while handling general ledger activities.

Provide accurate and timely reporting to support decision-making processes.

Assist in audits and ensure proper documentation for vendor-related transactions.

Communicate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders to address inquiries and resolve issues.

The hourly pay rate range of this position is $26 to $30, plus bonus. Benefits available to Full-Time Engagement Professionals include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources.

Requirements - Minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, with a focus on accounts payable and reconciliation.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formula creation and data management.

Strong knowledge of general ledger processes and accounting principles.

Demonstrated ability to resolve discrepancies and manage vendor accounts.

Experience in identifying and implementing process improvements within accounting workflows.

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Effective communication skills for interacting with vendors and team members.

Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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