Accounting Specialist Contract‑to‑Hire | Onsite | Lombard, IL We are seeking a detail‑oriented Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations for an established organization in the western suburbs. This contract‑to‑hire opportunity is ideal for an early‑career accounting professional or entry level looking to build hands‑on experience in a structured, team‑based environment. This role is highly task‑focused and involves working closely with transactional accounting activities, data review, and spreadsheet‑driven analysis. Training is provided, and the position offers long‑term potential for the right candidate. <br> Key Responsibilities Complete routine bank and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate documentation Perform general ledger research to investigate variances and resolve discrepancies Maintain and update large Excel‑based spreadsheets used for tracking and analysis Review financial activity to ensure consistency and accuracy across accounts Assist with accounting projects and ad‑hoc requests as needed Work within an established accounting system (training provided if needed) Use Excel tools such as pivot tables, lookups, and formulas to organize and analyze data The salary range for this position is $24 to $26. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.