Staff Accountant

at Robert Half in Oak Brook, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Staff Accountant in Oak Brook, Illinois. The accountant will be an integral part of our team, responsible for managing payroll, maintaining accounts, and assisting with other accounting tasks. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger accounting, and journal entries.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee all aspects of payroll, including multi-state and payroll taxes.

- Handle accounting duties such as accounts payable and receivable, general ledger accounting, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.

- Assist with the month-end closing process and other accounting tasks as needed.

- Gradually assume responsibilities from other accountants on the team.

- Utilize software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP for various accounting tasks.

- Manage and monitor customer credit applications and records.

- Resolve customer inquiries and maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.

- Collaborate with the CFO on various accounting tasks.

- Ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial transactions and reports. Requirements – Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management

- Demonstrated experience with Bank Reconciliations

- Proficiency in maintaining and managing General Ledger

- Ability to prepare and post Journal Entries

- Experience with Month End Close procedures

- Working knowledge of NetSuite, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP

- Ability to manage Payroll, including Multi-State Payroll and Payroll Taxes

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred

- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy

- Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines

- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

- Prior experience in a similar role is preferred

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

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