Staff Accountant

Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in Oak Brook, Illinois. As a Staff Accountant, you will be mainly focusing on the accounting and reconciliation processes within a property management context. Your duties will include analyzing and resolving discrepancies in funding and draw requests, maintaining accurate financial records, and improving the overall funding request process.Responsibilities: Analyze and resolve discrepancies related to funding and draw requests Investigate and correct any discrepancies across various platforms Maintain accurate financial records through thorough reconciliations of accounts Collaborate with internal teams to gather relevant information and resolve issues Develop effective solutions to prevent future mapping errors and enhance the funding request process Conduct regular reviews and analyses of funding/draw requests Communicate findings, updates, and solutions to relevant stakeholders Provide guidance to entry level staff members on proper procedures for handling funding/draw requests Prepare and maintain documentation of findings, solutions, and steps taken to resolve issues Produce regular reports for management, highlighting key issues, resolutions, and progress on outstanding discrepancies.The salary range of this position is $30/hr to $50/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.Requirements Possess proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) operations Demonstrate ability to perform Bank Reconciliations effectively Have a solid understanding and experience with General Ledger Capable of accurately preparing and maintaining Journal Entries Have experience with Month End Close procedures Familiarity with NetSuite financial software is required Proficiency in Oracle financial management system is a plus Experience with QuickBooks accounting software is necessary Knowledge of SAP system for financial management is desirable 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.© 2025 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) .