<p>We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join our team in Lombard, Illinois. This Contract position offers an opportunity to contribute to critical accounting tasks, including vendor statement management, data reconciliation, and process improvement within accounts payable workflows. If you excel in handling complex financial data and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage vendor-provided statements, utilizing Excel to track updates and statuses for improved visibility.</p><p>• Identify and resolve discrepancies within vendor accounts, ensuring accurate and timely reconciliation.</p><p>• Prioritize and process outstanding accounts payable requests with efficiency and attention to detail.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to identify opportunities for improving accounts payable workflows.</p><p>• Perform general ledger maintenance and ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.</p><p>• Utilize Excel formulas to analyze and organize large sets of financial data.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with accounting policies and standards while performing daily tasks.</p><p>• Support month-end and year-end closing processes as needed.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders to address inquiries and provide updates.</p><p><br></p><p>The hourly pay rate range of this position is $26 to $30, plus bonus. Benefits available to Full-Time Engagement Professionals include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources.  </p>

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or a related field.<br>• Proficiency in general ledger management and accounts payable processes.<br>• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including experience with complex formulas.<br>• Strong skills in account reconciliation and resolving financial discrepancies.<br>• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.<br>• Effective communication skills for collaborating with vendors and team members.<br>• Familiarity with accounting standards and practices.

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