Accountant

Robert Half • Skokie, IL • 39min ago

Description We are looking for an entry-level accounting team member to join a wholesale distribution organization in Skokie, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to build practical experience in billing operations, financial reconciliations, and month-end accounting support while working with internal teams and offshore partners. The role is suited to someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to contribute to accurate financial processing in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and review client invoices to support timely and accurate billing in accordance with established procedures.

Reconcile project-related costs and financial records to help ensure charges are complete, properly recorded, and ready for recognition.

Assist with month-end close activities by compiling accounting data, posting entries, and resolving discrepancies before reporting deadlines.

Partner with internal departments and offshore support teams to address billing questions, validate information, and maintain smooth workflow coordination.

Perform account, bank, and subledger reconciliations to identify variances and support clean financial records.

Support accounts receivable and accounts payable processes by verifying transactions, tracking open items, and helping resolve exceptions.

Maintain organized documentation for billing and accounting activities to support audit readiness and reporting accuracy. Requirements

Entry-level experience or educational background in accounting, finance, or a related field.

Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting principles.

Experience preparing accounting entries and assisting with account reconciliations.

Familiarity with bank reconciliations and reviewing financial data for accuracy.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a structured environment.

Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional and remote teams.

Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting systems used for billing and financial tracking.

The salary range for this position is $22.00 to $26.00. 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 Robert Half Benefits Website for more information.

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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