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Accountant - Entry Level
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Des Plaines, Illinois. This is a Contract-to-long-term position that offers an excellent opportunity to grow your accounting skills while contributing to a dynamic organization. The role begins onsite and may transition to a hybrid or fully remote arrangement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable (AP) transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Handle account reconciliations to verify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Assist with accounts receivable (AR) tasks, including invoicing and payment tracking.</p><p>• Record and review accounting entries to ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Peachtree for various tasks.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and statements under supervision.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to support general ledger (GL) maintenance.</p><p>• Conduct intermediate-level Excel tasks, including creating pivot tables and formulas.</p><p>• Support the controller and team with additional accounting duties as assigned.</p>
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.<br>• 3-5 years of accounting experience, including internships.<br>• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Peachtree.<br>• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and formulas.<br>• Strong understanding of accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.<br>• Ability to perform accurate bank and account reconciliations.<br>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.<br>• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
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  • Des Plaines, IL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 26.60 - 30.80 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team in Des Plaines, Illinois. This is a Contract-to-long-term position that offers an excellent opportunity to grow your accounting skills while contributing to a dynamic organization. The role begins onsite and may transition to a hybrid or fully remote arrangement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and manage accounts payable (AP) transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Handle account reconciliations to verify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Assist with accounts receivable (AR) tasks, including invoicing and payment tracking.</p><p>• Record and review accounting entries to ensure proper documentation.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Peachtree for various tasks.</p><p>• Prepare financial reports and statements under supervision.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to support general ledger (GL) maintenance.</p><p>• Conduct intermediate-level Excel tasks, including creating pivot tables and formulas.</p><p>• Support the controller and team with additional accounting duties as assigned.</p>
  • 2025-10-09T20:58:56Z

Accountant - Entry Level Job in Des Plaines | Robert Half