<p>We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support a special project in Illinois. This is a Contract position suited for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced setting where priorities can shift quickly and clear communication is essential. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting support experience, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to stay organized while handling multiple administrative and financial tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and in a timely manner while maintaining complete supporting documentation.</p><p>• Use QuickBooks to enter, update, and review financial records to help keep accounting information current and reliable.</p><p>• Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to respond to payment questions, resolve discrepancies, and provide attentive customer service.</p><p>• Maintain and organize bid list information, ensuring records are updated and accessible for project and administrative needs.</p><p>• Assist with invoice tracking, coding, and follow-up to support smooth day-to-day accounting operations.</p><p>• Adapt to changing instructions and shifting deadlines while continuing to deliver accurate and efficient work.</p><p>• Support project coordinators and department leadership with administrative and accounting-related tasks tied to the assignment.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $20 to $21/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>
<p>We are looking for a dependable Administrative Assistant to support daily financial and administrative operations in Barrington, Illinois. This is a long-term contract opportunity suited for someone who is highly organized, learns quickly, and thrives in a busy office setting. The role offers hands-on exposure to accounting processes and dealership documentation, with training available for a motivated candidate who brings strong attention to detail and a solid work ethic.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review vehicle sales documentation and handle finance-related paperwork to ensure files are complete and accurately processed.</p><p>• Prepare daily deposits and confirm amounts against supporting records before submission.</p><p>• Assist with deal cost analysis by checking figures and helping evaluate transaction profitability.</p><p>• Reconcile account activity and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, including invoice coding and payment tracking.</p><p>• Maintain organized records for accounting documents and administrative files for easy retrieval and audit support.</p><p>• Use accounting systems such as QuickBooks to enter, update, and verify financial information.</p><p>• Collaborate with sales and office staff to gather required information and keep deal processing moving efficiently.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Staff Accountant to provide hands-on accounting support for construction-focused client accounts. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for an accounting specialist who is comfortable managing core financial tasks independently and maintaining accurate records with limited oversight. The role centers on day-to-day general accounting activities, month-end support, and dependable financial reporting within a fast-paced client service environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day accounting activity for a portfolio of construction-related client engagements, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and consistently.</p><p>• Prepare and enter journal entries to support routine accounting operations and period-end adjustments.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.</p><p>• Contribute to the month-end close process by organizing financial data, verifying account activity, and meeting reporting deadlines.</p><p>• Maintain complete and accurate financial records that support reliable general ledger integrity and audit readiness.</p><p>• Assist with preparing financial statements, summaries, and other reporting deliverables as requested.</p><p>• Monitor accounting workflows to ensure deadlines are met and work is completed with a high degree of accuracy.</p><p>• Manage priorities independently and take ownership of assigned accounting responsibilities with minimal day-to-day direction.</p><p><br></p><p>The hourly pay range for this position is $33.65 to $38.46/hour. 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. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>