Accountant

Robert Half • Bloomington, IL • 17h ago

Description

We are looking for an Accountant to join a team in Bloomington, Illinois in a Contract to Permanent position. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage day-to-day financial operations across receivables, payables, payroll, and general ledger activities. The role is 100% onsite and supports accurate reporting, timely transaction processing, and strong coordination with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Responsibilities:

Manage monthly customer billing activities, issue invoices and statements, record incoming payments, and address account-related questions promptly.

Oversee accounts receivable tracking, including aging analysis and maintenance of deposit-related accounting records.

Process vendor invoices with accurate coding and approval verification, prepare payment documentation, and coordinate disbursements once authorized.

Reconcile supplier statements, maintain vendor master data, prepare annual 1099 reporting, and assist with banking activity such as transfers and wire requests.

Administer biweekly payroll for approximately 30 employees, including manual review of hourly time records, overtime calculations, differential pay, and paid leave tracking.

Prepare payroll checks and direct deposit files, post payroll-related journal entries, and complete tax deposits along with required withholding and benefit payments.

Handle recurring and ad hoc general ledger entries, perform bank reconciliations, and support monthly close reporting for leadership review.

Compile financial schedules and supporting documentation for audits, budgeting activities, capital asset record maintenance, and required state reporting.

Work with an external software provider to resolve accounting system issues and support updates or enhancements as needed.

The salary range for this position is $24/hr. to $25/hr.. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include 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.

Requirements - Experience supporting both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions in a detail-oriented accounting environment.

Working knowledge of general ledger maintenance, journal entry preparation, and monthly bank reconciliation processes.

Hands-on payroll experience, including full-cycle processing, payroll tax reporting, and year-end forms such as W-2s and 1099s.

Ability to manage monthly billing, cash application, and open item reporting with strong attention to accuracy and deadlines.

Familiarity with banking transactions, including transfers, wires, and related accounting entries.

Proficiency with accounting software and spreadsheets used for payroll, reporting, and daily financial processing.

Strong organizational and communication skills to respond to employee, customer, and vendor inquiries effectively.

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.

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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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