Staff Accountant

Description We are looking for a diligent Staff Accountant to join our team in Oak Brook, Illinois. This role revolves around the accurate and efficient processing of financial data and the maintenance of comprehensive financial records. The Staff Accountant will be essential to our finance team and will play a key role in ensuring the financial health of our organization.Responsibilities: Conduct frequent bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial transactions Utilize financial software for recording, tracking, and reconciling financial transactions Maintain up-to-date financial records in compliance with accounting standards Collaborate with other departments to obtain necessary financial information and ensure alignment with company-wide financial goals Assist in the preparation of financial reports by providing accurate and reconciled financial data Identify opportunities for process improvement in financial procedures and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial transactions and discrepancies Organize and file financial documents for easy retrieval and auditing purposes Contribute to the generation of financial statements for management and regulatory reporting Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records promptly. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity. Requirements Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) operations. Experience with Bank Reconciliations is necessary. Familiarity with General Ledger and Journal Entries is required. Ability to handle Month End Close activities effectively. Knowledge and experience using NetSuite software. Proficiency in Oracle software is essential. Experience with QuickBooks software is necessary. SAP software proficiency is a must. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field is required. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Experience with financial reporting is desirable. Ability to handle confidential information responsibly. 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.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.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .