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3 results for Accounting in Rockford, IL

Payroll Accountant
  • Elgin, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to oversee all aspects of payroll operations for a dynamic service-oriented company in Elgin, Illinois. This role involves managing payroll processing, reporting, and reconciliation for a workforce that spans multiple divisions, including union employees. As this is a long-term contract position, you will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in payroll functions while also supporting accounts receivable efforts.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process weekly payroll cycles across multiple divisions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br>• Utilize Paylocity to manage the entire payroll cycle, including audits, reporting, and system updates.<br>• Review pay rates, deductions, and benefits, particularly for union employees, to ensure accurate calculations.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll-related reports in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.<br>• Perform account reconciliations related to payroll and maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Ensure automated timecard processing is functioning correctly and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Collaborate with internal corporate and field teams to optimize payroll operations.<br>• Assist the accounts receivable collections team on an as-needed basis.<br>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant payroll laws and compliance requirements.
  • 2026-04-03T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Stoughton, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Stoughton, Wisconsin. This is a long-term contract position suitable for someone with a strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. The role involves managing critical accounting functions and collaborating closely with the Controller to ensure financial accuracy and accountability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform month-end close activities, ensuring all financial data is accurate and submitted on time.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.<br>• Conduct detailed account reconciliations to verify financial information and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Collaborate with the Controller and other team members to address financial issues and provide insights.<br>• Take ownership of accounting tasks, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving and escalation when necessary.<br>• Analyze financial data, question inconsistencies, and verify changes to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline processes and support future hires.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, such as VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables, to manage and analyze financial data.<br>• Maintain flexibility to work with various accounting software systems, adapting quickly to new environments.
  • 2026-04-15T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Rockford, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Rockford, Illinois. In this role, you will manage various aspects of accounts receivable operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments, reconciliations, and collections. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a commitment to maintaining financial accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor and manage collections across a broad receivables portfolio to ensure timely payments.<br>• Process customer payments, including checks, wire transfers, and other methods, ensuring accurate deposits.<br>• Record and apply payments in accounting systems with precision.<br>• Reconcile customer accounts and address discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Generate and maintain accounts receivable aging reports to track outstanding balances.<br>• Communicate directly with clients to follow up on overdue payments and resolve issues.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address billing concerns and delays in payments.<br>• Identify accounts with delinquent payments and escalate collection actions as needed.<br>• Assist in documenting and refining processes to enhance efficiency in collections and accounts receivable workflows.<br>• Develop scalable procedures to streamline accounts receivable operations.
  • 2026-04-14T00:00:00Z