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12 results for Entry Level in Chicago, IL

Data Analyst 1 (0-2 years)
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32.00 - 37.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a motivated early-career Data Analyst to support utility and sustainability-related data work for a long-term contract opportunity based in Chicago, Illinois. This position is ideal for an entry-level candidate or a detail-oriented individual who enjoys organizing complex information, improving data quality, and turning numbers into practical business insight. You will work closely with finance, real estate, and sustainability partners to help monitor utility spending, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support informed decision-making in a hybrid environment with three in-office days each week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and maintain large volumes of utility data, including invoices for services such as electricity, gas, water, and waste, to help ensure records are complete and accurate.<br>• Examine billing information against agreements and supporting documents to identify discrepancies, support reconciliations, and promote cost control.<br>• Clean, standardize, and organize data from multiple sources so it can be used reliably for tracking, analysis, and reporting.<br>• Assist with dashboards, summaries, and visual reports that present findings clearly to finance, real estate, sustainability, and leadership stakeholders.<br>• Prepare data for sustainability-related reporting, including utility consumption, emissions tracking, and other environmental performance measures.<br>• Document data sources, assumptions, and review steps to strengthen auditability, consistency, and internal controls.<br>• Partner with internal teams as well as outside vendors or utility providers to resolve data questions and improve reporting quality.<br>• Contribute to process improvements in invoice handling, data validation, and recurring analysis to make reporting more efficient over time.
  • 2026-07-02T17:30:09Z
Collections Specialist
  • Villa Park, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 19.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Collections Specialist to join a team in Illinois on a contract-to-permanent basis. This position is suited for someone who is motivated by performance, comfortable handling sensitive payment conversations, and focused on achieving strong recovery results. The role centers on resolving past-due accounts, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to consistent collection outcomes in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a portfolio of overdue accounts and lead each case through the collection process until a resolution is reached.</p><p>• Place a high volume of outbound calls to engage account holders, discuss balances, and move accounts toward payment.</p><p>• Arrange payment solutions, settlement terms, and other recovery options while protecting overall collection value.</p><p>• Research and locate difficult-to-contact individuals by using available tracing tools and account resources.</p><p>• Monitor aging accounts closely and follow up consistently to reduce outstanding receivables.</p><p>• Record all account activity, communication attempts, and payment commitments accurately within collection systems.</p><p>• Work toward established recovery goals, productivity benchmarks, and call performance expectations.</p><p>• Handle challenging account holder interactions professionally while maintaining persistence and control of the conversation.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $20 to $20. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
  • 2026-06-25T19:13:46Z
Sales Support
  • Wonder Lake, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19.00 - 24.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a customer-focused Sales Support specialist to join a tree nursery operation in Wonder Lake, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position will serve as a key point of contact for customers while helping drive quote preparation, order processing, and day-to-day sales coordination. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced office environment, communicates well across teams, and brings energy to both service and sales activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome and assist customers in person, providing a helpful and attentive experience during each interaction.<br>• Prepare pricing information, generate quotes, and enter customer orders accurately to support timely fulfillment.<br>• Partner with sales and account management teams to help maintain customer relationships and support ongoing business needs.<br>• Respond to questions about products, availability, and order status through clear and courteous communication.<br>• Coordinate with internal departments to keep information aligned and ensure smooth handling of customer requests.<br>• Contribute to daily office operations by managing administrative and sales support tasks as needed.<br>• Support both inbound and outbound sales efforts by identifying customer needs and helping move opportunities forward.
  • 2026-06-25T17:23:44Z
Inventory Clerk
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 48000.00 - 52000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Clerk to support maintenance and inventory activities within our manufacturing operation near South Chicago, Illinois. This position helps keep materials, parts, and records organized so maintenance work can move forward efficiently and in line with operational and safety expectations. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing administrative tasks, inventory accuracy, vendor communication, and documentation in a fast-paced industrial setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage maintenance-related work orders in the company’s CMMS, ensuring requests for repairs, parts and services are accurately processed </p><p>• Track scheduled preventive maintenance activity </p><p>• Communicate with suppliers to confirm part availability</p><p>• Partner with multiple departments to assure workflow is seamless </p><p>• Maintain organized and accurate inventory records for spare parts, fluids, consumables, and maintenance supplies, and coordinate restocking when levels run low</p><p>• Enter and maintain inventory data in maintenance systems</p><p>• Verify equipment usage and asset hour data to help keep preventive maintenance schedules accurate and ensure maintenance costs are assigned correctly</p><p>• Support documentation readiness for audits, inspections, regulatory requirements, and safety programs while maintaining clear maintenance records and files.</p><p>• Work closely with technicians, site leadership, and corporate maintenance partners to support daily operations, meetings, and department priorities.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an on-site role with an annual salary ranging between 48K-52K and benefits including medical, dental, and health insurance and 401K. </p><p>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI software to find you great job and candidate matches faster.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-15T21:18:43Z
Customer Service Representative
  • South Holland, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19.00 - 20.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Customer Service Representative to support refund application processing and provide responsive assistance to property owners in South Holland, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity combines high-volume administrative review with direct customer interaction, requiring strong organization, accuracy, and professionalism. The person in this role will help ensure submissions meet program standards while guiding applicants through each step of the process.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate refund submissions to confirm all required information, supporting records, and eligibility details are present before moving applications forward.</p><p>• Assist property owners by answering questions, explaining documentation expectations, and helping them complete and submit applications correctly.</p><p>• Record application activity in the processing system, including review notes, status updates, and assigned tracking numbers for each case.</p><p>• Manage a personal workload queue efficiently, balancing timeliness and accuracy to meet daily and weekly production goals.</p><p>• Perform independent reviews as part of a two-step verification process before routing completed files for supervisory approval.</p><p>• Identify incomplete, inconsistent, or questionable submissions and initiate follow-up or escalation when additional review is needed.</p><p>• Maintain organized digital files and accurate data entry so application materials are properly documented and easy to retrieve.</p><p>• Handle inbound and outbound communication with applicants regarding submission status, missing items, and next steps in the review process.</p><p>• Follow established program rules, confidentiality standards, and quality controls while reporting unusual activity or potential fraud concerns to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $19 to $20/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit Robert Half Benefits Website for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster</p>
  • 2026-06-10T18:23:45Z
Customer Service Representative
  • Elkhorn, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 19.00 - 19.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a compassionate and organized Customer Service Representative to support energy assistance programs for households in need in Wisconsin. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys guiding people through application processes, explaining services clearly, and delivering thoughtful support in a nonprofit setting. In this permanent role, you will help determine eligibility, maintain accurate records, and serve as a helpful point of contact for community members seeking assistance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct intake conversations with applicants, gather required records, and assess eligibility for available energy assistance services.<br>• Assist individuals and families by answering questions, providing courteous service, and explaining program steps in a clear and respectful manner.<br>• Enter, update, and maintain client information in databases and related systems with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Review household and income details, using basic calculations to support eligibility determinations and program documentation.<br>• Work closely with partner agencies and community resources to help address client needs and improve access to support.<br>• Take part in outreach activities and community events to increase awareness of available assistance programs.<br>• Provide responsive service to diverse populations, including older adults, veterans, people with disabilities, and families with children.<br>• Protect sensitive information and follow established policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards in daily work.
  • 2026-07-08T20:18:43Z
Loan Processor - Support
  • La Grange, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Loan Processor - Support team member to join a Financial Services team in La Grange, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position focuses on supporting commercial loan processing activities from due diligence through closing, booking, and post-closing follow-up. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple transactions while maintaining accuracy and service excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Initiate and coordinate pre-closing due diligence by reviewing approved loan packages and ordering required searches, reports, certifications, and lien-related documentation.<br>• Maintain an active portfolio of loan files by updating tracking tools, organizing digital records, and ensuring documents are properly stored in shared electronic systems.<br>• Work closely with lenders and title partners to move commercial loans to closing, confirming that title conditions and required documentation are satisfied in advance.<br>• Perform final reviews of closing documents, assemble complete funding packages, and submit booking information once transactions are ready for system entry.<br>• Prepare closing-related disbursement requests, including wire instructions, while helping ensure accuracy and completeness of supporting documentation.<br>• Monitor post-closing and exception items through regular reporting, following up on recorded documents, insurance or policy requirements, and any outstanding conditions.<br>• Track ongoing credit administration items such as letters of credit and organizational filings, including renewals and continuation deadlines.<br>• Respond to operational and servicing requests from internal teams and external partners, including monetary and non-monetary loan activity, while helping resolve issues efficiently.<br>• Support debit and credit processing with an understanding of general ledger impact, and contribute to team collaboration, training efforts, and coverage during high-volume periods.<br>• Carry out daily work in accordance with regulatory standards, internal controls, and bank policy requirements while assisting with additional departmental needs as assigned.
  • 2026-06-16T14:48:50Z
Productions Quality Coordinator
  • Franklin Park, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Productions Quality Coordinator to support quality operations for a manufacturing team in Franklin Park, Illinois. This contract position with the potential to become permanent combines floor-level quality oversight with documentation, sample evaluation, and production support for a growing product line. The role is fully onsite and is well suited for someone who can balance hands-on testing, routine audits, and administrative follow-through in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor daily quality activity within the production area and help maintain consistent standards across the department.<br>• Conduct routine audits, collect samples, and evaluate product output to confirm formulas and finished goods meet expectations.<br>• Support trials of new product formulations by documenting results, observing production conditions, and reporting quality findings.<br>• Enter production information, yield data, and related records into ERP systems and Excel with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Prepare, update, and organize standard operating procedures and other controlled quality documentation.<br>• Partner with operators and production staff to identify issues on the floor and help resolve quality concerns in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with hands-on product and process checks involving manufacturing equipment used in soap and cleaning product production.<br>• Provide office-based quality support through record maintenance, reporting, and coordination of day-to-day follow-up items.
  • 2026-07-04T13:28:36Z
Staff Accountant
  • Alsip, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 33.25 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a non-profit social service organization in Illinois on a Contract to permanent basis. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end activities, and working across key reconciliation processes in a mission-driven environment. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to daily accounting operations while helping ensure timely and reliable reporting. MIP Fund Accounting Software or similar experience required.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage month-end close tasks by preparing entries, organizing supporting documentation, and helping ensure deadlines are met.</p><p>• Record and review journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger activity and proper financial reporting.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations for balance sheet accounts, accounts payable activity, and procure-to-pay transactions to identify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Code and track Pex card activity, confirming expenses are assigned correctly and supported by appropriate records.</p><p>• Process cash receipts and update accounting records to reflect deposits and incoming funds accurately.</p><p>• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and VLOOKUP to analyze financial data, organize reporting details, and support account review.</p><p>• Enter financial information into accounting records with a high level of accuracy and maintain orderly filing for supporting documents.</p><p>• Support accounting operations within a fund accounting environment, helping maintain compliance with non-profit reporting needs.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $33/hr. to $35/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.</p>
  • 2026-07-08T16:48:40Z
Customer Service Representative
  • Mettawa, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 18.00 - 19.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accountant 1 to join a team on a Contract basis. This position supports membership-related accounting activities by managing cancellations, refunds, agreement updates, and member records with a high level of accuracy. The role is well suited for someone who is comfortable working with accounting systems, handling data carefully, and responding clearly to billing and refund questions. Success in this position requires strong organization, sound judgment, and the ability to keep pace in a changing business environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and complete membership cancellation requests in Oracle while ensuring all actions are recorded within established timelines.<br>• Keep cancellation logs and related tracking documents current so records remain accurate and easy to audit.<br>• Organize and maintain member documentation in shared file repositories for reliable record retention.<br>• Update agreement details and related account information across SalesOptima and Oracle as needed.<br>• Process organization-related cancellation activity with close attention to accuracy and completeness.<br>• Respond to member questions regarding cancellation charges, billing matters, and refund status in a clear and helpful manner.<br>• Prepare and submit member refunds while verifying amounts and supporting documentation before completion.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues during team activities and contribute to daily operational goals.<br>• Support accounting-related administrative work, including data entry and record upkeep, to maintain dependable financial information.
  • 2026-07-06T20:28:39Z
Customer Service Representative
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20.59 - 23.84 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Customer Service Representative to support customers from our Elk Grove Village, Illinois location in a fast-paced service environment. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong communication skills, accuracy in order processing, and a customer-focused approach to every interaction. The person in this role will handle inbound inquiries, assist with quotes and billing questions, and provide dependable follow-up to help ensure a positive customer experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Respond to incoming customer calls and messages with professionalism, providing timely support for product, service, and account-related questions.<br>• Process customer orders with a high level of accuracy, ensuring details are entered correctly and documentation is maintained.<br>• Prepare and share quotations based on customer requests, while clarifying pricing, availability, and related service information.<br>• Manage a mix of inbound and outbound communication to address follow-ups, resolve open issues, and keep customers informed.<br>• Investigate customer concerns involving complaints, billing matters, or post-sale questions and work toward practical resolutions.<br>• Coordinate with internal teams to support service delivery and help maintain smooth communication throughout the customer lifecycle.<br>• Use ERP and other office systems to update records, track requests, and monitor order and account activity.<br>• Provide administrative support related to customer accounts, including documentation, status updates, and routine correspondence.
  • 2026-07-10T17:44:57Z
Controller
  • Kenosha, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000.00 - 140000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial leadership, strengthen accounting operations, and deliver accurate reporting for the organization in Racine / Kenosha, Wisconsin. This position plays a key role in budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, and performance analysis while helping leadership make informed business decisions. The role also partners across departments to enhance processes, improve data quality, and support the effective use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and reporting tools.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Michelle Phillips at 414-204-7306 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you.  </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the day-to-day accounting and finance function, guiding team members through coaching, performance feedback, and regular planning discussions to keep priorities on track.</p><p>• Maintain reliable financial operations by enforcing internal controls, upholding accounting standards, and ensuring adherence to applicable regulatory and company requirements.</p><p>• Design and refine policies, approval structures, and reporting practices that improve accuracy, reduce risk, and support timely financial close activities.</p><p>• Oversee the budgeting and forecasting cycle, including cash flow projections, working capital needs, receivables, payables, inventory, and project-related funding requirements.</p><p>• Produce and evaluate recurring financial reports and formal period-end statements, highlighting trends, profitability, backlog, liquidity, and other performance indicators for leadership review.</p><p>• Advise senior management with financial insights such as variance reviews, cost analysis, project margin evaluation, and recommendations for operational efficiency and resource allocation.</p><p>• Lead and support the ongoing use and optimization of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including testing, workflow alignment, reporting improvements, control design, and user adoption efforts.</p><p>• Work closely with operations, project teams, purchasing, sales, engineering, and service functions to align financial processes with inventory activity, job costing, manufacturing, and project accounting needs.</p><p>• Strengthen data integrity by promoting timely and consistent transaction entry across departments and by using tools such as Microsoft Office and Power BI to support reporting and decision-making.</p>
  • 2026-06-22T14:38:43Z