Senior Accounting Analyst

Robert Half is supporting a professional services client in downtown Chicago on a hybrid Senior Accounting Analyst contract opportunity. The schedule would be full-time, 40-hours per week and hybrid in the Loop.

The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for performing complex accounting activities maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records and supporting internal and external financial reporting requirements. This role plays a key part in the monthly quarterly and annual close processes prepares and reviews journal entries and reconciliations performs financial analysis and supports process improvements across the Controllership function.

The role partners closely with accounting leadership finance teams and cross-functional stakeholders to support timely accurate financial results and compliance with accounting policies internal controls and reporting deadlines. This position also requires effective collaboration with global stakeholders and flexibility to support critical reporting timelines across time zones as needed.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• 3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting or corporate finance roles.

• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting practices.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to analyze data and prepare clear reporting schedules.

• Experience supporting close processes, audits, budget-related analysis, and ad hoc financial reporting.

• Familiarity with ERP systems and an ability to work effectively within structured control environments.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with leadership, business partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Demonstrated attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Benefits available to contract professionals include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k)plan. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.