Accounting Associate

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounting Associate to join a finance team in Addison, Illinois, on a Long-term Contract assignment. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is organized, accurate, and comfortable handling a broad range of day-to-day accounting tasks in a fast-moving setting. The role will contribute to payables, reconciliations, transaction recording, and close support while working with internal teams to help maintain reliable financial information.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a high volume of supplier invoices, ensuring each transaction is reviewed, coded correctly, and entered within established timelines.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and vendors to address billing questions, maintain current vendor files, and support scheduled payment processing.

• Record bank and corporate card activity in the accounting records and keep documentation organized for audit readiness and tracking purposes.

• Monitor daily cash movements and confirm that all transactions are reflected accurately in the general ledger.

• Complete monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit card accounts, and revenue deposits from multiple sales and marketplace channels.

• Research outstanding reconciling items, resolve discrepancies promptly, and help reinforce sound financial controls.

• Assist with month-end and year-end close by preparing journal entries, supporting schedules, and account analysis.

• Contribute to financial reporting, audit support requests, and cross-functional collaboration with operations and leadership teams.

• Maintain orderly accounting files and participate in process improvements, ad hoc reporting, and other finance-related projects as needed.

The salary range for this position is $22/hr to $26/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. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

• At least 2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts payable functions.
• Working knowledge of core accounting practices, including reconciliations, journal entries, and period-end close activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use pivot tables and lookup formulas effectively.
• Experience handling bank reconciliations, credit card account review, and general ledger transaction recording.
• Strong organizational skills with careful attention to accuracy, documentation, and deadlines.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software or ERP platforms is preferred.