General Accountant

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable ProfessionalRobert Half is hiring Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable professionals with 2-5 years of experience to join our Consulting practice in Downtown Chicago. This role offers hands-on exposure to client-facing project work, supporting high-volume accounting operations, cash flow processes, vendor and customer relationships, and financial operations across a variety of manufacturing, consumer products, and other industry environments. You'll work in dynamic business environments, strengthen your accounting foundation, and gain experience across multiple finance functions while helping client organizations improve the accuracy and efficiency of their accounting operations.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess high-volume Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable transactionsReconcile vendor statements, customer accounts, and balance sheet accountsManage invoice processing, payment applications, collections, and cash posting activitiesResearch and resolve discrepancies while maintaining accurate financial recordsPartner with client teams to improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controlsSupport month-end close activities, reporting, and account reconciliationsWork across multiple ERP systems and business environments depending on project scopeQualifications2-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, or related finance rolesBachelor's degree preferred; equivalent professional experience consideredStrong proficiency in Microsoft ExcelExperience working in high-volume transactional accounting environmentsERP experience such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, JD Edwards, or similar systems preferredDetail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in client-facing environmentsWhat This Role OffersExposure to diverse industries including manufacturing, consumer products, distribution, and other business environmentsProject-based work that builds technical skills and real-world accounting experienceCompetitive compensation, benefits, and long-term career growth within Robert HalfBenefits:Health insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, PTO, and more.