Staff Accountant

Robert Half • Deerfield, IL • 2h ago

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Deerfield, Illinois. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial operations, with a focus on accounts payable and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of accounting knowledge and hands-on experience to support the organization's financial accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Process accounts payable transactions and ensure timely vendor payments.

Perform bank account reconciliations to verify financial accuracy.

Manage employee expense reimbursements and ensure compliance with company policies.

Handle credit card payable processing, including invoice tracking and payments.

Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.

Maintain the general ledger by recording transactions and resolving discrepancies.

Assist in bookkeeping tasks to ensure financial data is well-organized.

Support corporate tax return preparation by providing necessary documentation.

Conduct regular audits of financial records and processes to ensure compliance.

Collaborate with team members to improve accounting workflows and systems. Requirements - At least 2-4 years of experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting.

Education in accounting is preferred; a degree is not required but advantageous.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including intermediate skills with VLOOKUP and pivot tables.

Strong adaptability and motivation to handle evolving financial tasks.

Knowledge of financial processes, including reconciliations and credit card payments.

Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.

Attention to detail and accuracy in managing financial data.

Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

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.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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