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Accounts Payable Analyst

Bensenville, Illinois
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Temporary to Hire
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst to join a manufacturing company in Bensenville, Illinois on a contract basis with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage end-to-end payables activity while supporting broader finance operations. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to invoice processing, account analysis, and close activities while helping strengthen day-to-day financial accuracy and workflow efficiency. Responsibilities:• Manage the complete accounts payable process, from invoice intake and coding through payment execution and record maintenance.• Review vendor invoices for accuracy, assign appropriate general ledger coding, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Prepare and process payments through ACH and check runs while ensuring compliance with internal controls and payment schedules.• Create journal entries independently and maintain supporting documentation for audit and accounting purposes.• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate variances to support accurate financial reporting.• Assist with month-end close tasks by organizing payables data, confirming account activity, and addressing outstanding items.• Provide backup support for cash application activities and help maintain accurate posting of customer receipts when needed.• Troubleshoot accounts payable issues within the ERP environment and collaborate with internal teams to improve processing effectiveness.• Take on additional accounting and operational support duties beyond routine payables work as business needs evolve.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job DescriptionThe desired candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is detail-oriented, well organized, and can manage competing priorities while meeting constant deadlines.Specific job responsibilities<ul><li>Perform the accounts payable cycle to ensure timely payments of invoices to vendors, from receipt of invoices to finalizing payments, including:</li><li>Enter invoices into the accounts payable system (SAP Concur).</li><li>Gain the proper business and financial statement knowledge to administer accurate coding of each invoice, including expense categorization, approval workflow, and other applicable fields necessary for business reporting.</li><li>Assist with monitoring the accounts payable email inbox.</li><li>Prepare batch ACH and check runs, as well as wire transfers.</li><li>Ensure payment success and that all invoices are accounted for in the general ledger and the accounts payable system.</li><li>Investigate and resolve issues associated with invoice processing internally with business owners and externally with vendors.</li><li>Provide support during mergers and acquisitions, including assistance with integration of merger firm accounts payable processes and new vendor onboarding.</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment status of invoices and other ad-hoc requests.</li><li>Review and approve employee expense reimbursement reports, including verification of mandatory documentation and expensing coding accuracy.</li><li>Review, code, and reconcile monthly corporate credit card transactions.</li><li>Assist with IRS 1099 compliance and reporting.</li><li>Assist with monthly tasks, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and determining appropriate accruals.</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including depositing checks, posting receipts, and researching discrepancies.</li><li>General accounting assistance: scanning, organizing, and filing accounting documentation, opening and sorting mail for the accounting team.</li><li>Special projects or ad-hoc requests, as required. </li></ul>
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 72000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $72,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process accounts payable invoices (PO & NON-PO) in accordance with policies, procedures, and SOX compliance. Investigate and resolve problems associated with the processing of invoices. Identify and prioritize processing of invoices earning vendor discounts.</li><li>Perform daily reconciliation of freight and contract shop invoices imported into AP’s system from different ERP systems. Process invoices from the error log created by AP’s scanning software. Perform vendor statement reconciliations. Perform periodic analysis of duplicate, open, and unpaid invoices.</li><li>Process and complete all scheduled payment runs. Coordinate payment activities with Treasury, according to the prescribed process, including resolving payment issues. Analyze the payment proposal to ensure electronic methods are maximized. Ensure remittance information is accurate, including routing and account information for electronic payments.</li><li>Special projects</li><li>Maintain all aspects of the vendor master files. This includes set-up, changes, and deactivations of vendors. Assist with monthly reporting and audits. Perform monthly vendor master change review. Lead efforts in resolving IRS B-notices and perform backup withholding where applicable.</li></ul>Typical Decisions<ul><li>Determine which inquiries are beyond the scope of the Accounts Payable position and direct them to the appropriate department.</li><li>Ensure invoices have the appropriate approvals and documentation.</li><li>Coordinate invoice resolution of PO invoices with the appropriate individual to correct any quantity, pricing, or goods receipt issues.</li><li>Verify all payments are complete and accurate.</li><li>Determine which vendors are more suitable for the virtual credit card program versus ACH/EFT.</li><li>Identifying & prioritizing invoice processing for earning maximum discounts.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Mount Prospect, Illinois
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Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable/ Jr Accountant to join a team in Mount Prospect, Illinois on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role supports core accounting operations by ensuring invoices, payments, reconciliations, and financial records are handled accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts payable experience, sound judgment, and the ability to work closely with leadership while maintaining organized and compliant financial processes. Responsibilities:• Review vendor invoices against receiving documentation, secure internal approvals, and record transactions accurately to support timely payment processing.• Coordinate recurring payment cycles by preparing check runs, vouchers, and related documentation for leadership review, signature, and prompt distribution.• Process freight-related invoices using logistics reporting, investigate discrepancies, and work with internal contacts to resolve billing concerns.• Maintain vendor records by updating master file details, collecting tax documentation, and validating identification information for compliance purposes.• Sort incoming mail, separate vendor invoices from customer payments, and ensure payable documents are properly date-stamped and routed.• Administer the corporate credit card process by monitoring transaction activity, managing downloads, and supporting accurate entry into accounting records.• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, audit support, and preparation of tax reporting data such as 1099 documentation.• Reconcile vendor statements, bank activity, and general ledger accounts, clear outstanding items, and prepare entries needed to maintain accurate balances.• Support broader accounting operations by managing petty cash, maintaining organized physical and digital files, backing up accounts receivable tasks when needed, and handling special projects assigned by the Controller.
2026-09-26T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Mount Prospect, Illinois
remote
Temporary to Hire
27 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a REMOTE Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can manage invoice processing with accuracy and consistency. The position supports daily accounts payable operations, including reconciliations and timely case submission, while helping maintain continuity in a largely manual workflow. Experience with Brightpearl is appreciated, though candidates with strong accounts payable backgrounds using comparable systems are also encouraged to apply. Responsibilities:• Process a high volume of vendor invoices each day while maintaining accuracy in data entry, account coding, and payment preparation.• Review invoices for proper coding and supporting documentation before routing them through the payable workflow.• Complete reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to keep records current and vendor balances accurate.• Submit payment-related cases and required documentation within established deadlines to support on-time processing.• Prepare and assist with ACH transactions and check runs in accordance with internal payment schedules.• Organize and manage payable records in a manual environment that relies heavily on folders, email, and detailed tracking.• Support the team as a backup resource for Brightpearl-related accounts payable activities when needed.• Communicate with internal partners and vendors to address invoice questions, payment status updates, and outstanding issues.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Rosemont, Illinois
onsite
Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Rosemont, Illinois in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for someone who brings strong payables experience, attention to detail, and confidence handling invoice processing and payment activities. The role will support accurate financial operations by managing vendor transactions, maintaining proper coding, and helping ensure timely disbursements. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before entering them into the payment workflow. • Assign general ledger codes to invoices and expenses to support accurate financial reporting and recordkeeping. • Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while maintaining organized and compliant documentation. • Prepare and coordinate ACH payments and check runs according to established schedules and controls. • Investigate invoice discrepancies, resolve payment issues, and communicate with internal teams or vendors as needed. • Maintain up-to-date vendor payment records and help ensure all payable activity is properly tracked. • Support month-end payable close activities by reconciling outstanding items and confirming transaction accuracy.
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Evanston, Illinois
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Temporary to Hire
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Evanston, Illinois in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position focuses on accurate invoice processing, payment coordination, and day-to-day accounts payable support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound coding experience, and the ability to manage both electronic and manual payment activities with consistency. Responsibilities: • Review, code, and enter vendor invoices to ensure timely and accurate processing. • Coordinate ACH payments and prepare check runs in alignment with established payment schedules. • Reconcile accounts payable records and investigate discrepancies with vendors or internal stakeholders. • Maintain organized documentation for invoices, approvals, and payment activity to support audit readiness. • Partner with payroll and related teams on union payroll items that connect to payable processes. • Monitor outstanding obligations and help ensure vendors are paid according to agreed terms.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Wheaton, Illinois
onsite
Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a collaborative finance team in Wheaton, Illinois in a contract-to-permanent position. This role supports day-to-day payment operations by reviewing invoices, maintaining accurate vendor records, and helping ensure timely disbursements across multiple programs. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in accounts payable, is comfortable working in Excel and accounting systems, and is eager to expand into broader accounting responsibilities. Responsibilities: • Review, code, and process vendor invoices while confirming supporting details and compliance with internal financial procedures. • Prepare and issue payments to third-party vendors, landlords, and program participants, including scheduled check runs and manual payments when needed. • Reconcile payment activity to identify discrepancies, missed disbursements, outstanding checks, and credit balances, then follow through on corrections. • Support recurring subsidy, reimbursement, and program-related payments by maintaining accurate records and updating payment statuses. • Assist with year-end reporting tasks such as 1099 preparation, vendor tax documentation review, and resolution of tax ID or levy-related issues. • Maintain vendor and payee information in Yardi and other accounting platforms, including setup of new records and updates to existing profiles. • Work closely with accounts receivable and other finance team members on general ledger support, interest postings, and cross-functional accounting tasks. • Organize and retain financial documentation in both digital and paper formats while safeguarding confidential information. • Access banking portals and related systems to help administer reimbursement payments and monitor payment activity for accuracy and timeliness.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Westmont, Illinois
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 63000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail-oriented AP Clerk / AP Specialist to join our accounting team. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on Accounts Payable experience who is comfortable working in a structured, mid-sized or large-company environment. The ideal candidate will have experience processing invoices, reconciling accounts, maintaining accurate vendor records, and working within an ERP system. Experience in a company generating $250M+ in annual revenue is strongly preferred. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and code invoices accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.</li><li>Review invoices for proper approvals, coding, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare and process vendor payments in accordance with company procedures.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries.</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Research and resolve AP discrepancies and payment issues.</li><li>Maintain accurate AP documentation and filing.</li><li>Work collaboratively with Accounting, Purchasing, and other internal departments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.</li><li>Assist with other accounting and administrative duties as needed.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Manager

Oak Brook, Illinois
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Temporary / Contract
45 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to support a growing organization in Oak Brook, Illinois on a Contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who can bring structure to a fast-moving environment following a recent acquisition while partnering closely with accounting leadership. The right candidate will combine strong accounts payable expertise with a steady, solutions-focused approach and experience improving processes through modern AP technology. Responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day accounts payable operations, ensuring invoices, payments, and approvals are processed accurately and on schedule. • Partner closely with the Accounting Manager and Controller to address priorities, resolve exceptions, and maintain strong communication across the finance team. • Help stabilize AP activities during a period of organizational growth resulting from a recent acquisition. • Manage invoice coding, payment processing, ACH activity, and check runs while maintaining proper financial controls. • Support the evaluation, implementation, or optimization of AP automation tools, with preference for experience using Tipalti or comparable platforms. • Work across teams to improve workflows, increase efficiency, and strengthen visibility into payable processes. • Bring a hands-on approach to issue resolution, keeping operations moving smoothly in a high-engagement environment. • Contribute knowledge gained from working with portfolio-backed or multi-entity businesses to help align AP practices with business needs.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Financial Reporting Analyst

Chicago, Illinois
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 96000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $96,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Role OverviewThe Financial Reporting Analyst is responsible for collecting, inputting, and maintaining required information in the financial statements within SEC filings (Form 10-K, Form 10-Qs, and 8-Ks), as well as our international and statutory reporting requirements. In addition, this position supports the financial reporting team in the research and implementation of new and existing accounting pronouncements and assists with various special projects, process improvement and automation, and supporting timely and accurate financial reporting for our internal and external stakeholders. Job Description:<ul><li>Collects information, prepares, and/or maintains the quarterly and annual reports on Forms 10-Q and Form 10-K</li><li>Collects information, prepares, and/or maintains the annual statutory filings for additional U.S. entities under U.S. GAAP and international entities under IFRS or local GAAP</li><li>Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance</li><li>Own process and procedure improvements and automation initiatives to enhance timely and accurate financial reporting</li><li>Prepares and maintains the quarterly related party procedures and updates, and other board reporting as needed</li><li>Assists with design and compilation of monthly reporting packages to business leadership</li><li>Support SOX controls by maintaining process documentation and execution according to risk assessment and control frameworks</li><li>Liaison with external auditors for quarterly and annual reports, as well as statutory and international reports</li><li>Reviews and interprets financial reporting requirements, rules and regulations, including new and existing accounting pronouncements and SEC guidance, to ensure compliance</li><li>Regular attendance at the workplace in a traditional office environment may be required</li><li>Performs other related duties as required or requested</li></ul>
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Lincolnshire, Illinois
onsite
Temporary to Hire
21 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a team in Lincolnshire, Illinois in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position focuses on maintaining accurate receivables, applying incoming payments, supporting commercial collections, and ensuring billing activity is completed with precision. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Manage daily accounts receivable activity, including tracking outstanding balances and keeping customer accounts current. • Post and reconcile incoming payments by accurately applying cash receipts to open invoices and account records. • Conduct commercial collection efforts through consistent follow-up with customers to reduce aging balances and improve cash flow. • Prepare and issue invoices while reviewing billing details for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company standards. • Monitor cash activity and investigate discrepancies between payments received and amounts due. • Support three-way matching processes by comparing purchase orders, invoices, and related documentation to confirm proper billing. • Process invoices and related transactions in a timely manner while maintaining organized financial records. • Partner with internal teams to resolve account issues, research payment variances, and address customer billing questions.
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Burr Ridge, Illinois
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Temporary to Hire
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing company in Oak Brook Illinois on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position plays a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow by overseeing customer invoicing, collections activity, and construction-related billing documentation. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in construction accounting, including progress billing and lien waiver administration, and can work effectively with project teams, customers, and internal finance partners. Responsibilities:• Oversee receivable balances for construction and commercial accounts, keeping aging current and escalating overdue items in a timely manner.• Conduct collection outreach with customers to secure payment, resolve delinquent balances, and maintain clear records of all follow-up activity.• Research invoice discrepancies, short-pay situations, and disputed charges, then coordinate with internal teams to reach accurate resolution.• Prepare and submit monthly progress billings for construction projects, ensuring each billing package reflects contract terms and work completed.• Partner with project managers to gather supporting documents needed for customer billing submissions and payment applications.• Administer conditional and unconditional lien waivers, track release status, and maintain organized project documentation tied to payment requirements.• Reconcile customer accounts, answer billing and balance questions, and support accurate receivable reporting during month-end close.• Produce aging, collections, and cash flow reports for leadership while helping improve billing accuracy, compliance, and overall collection performance. The salary range for this position is $20 to $26. 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.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Volo, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables operations for a contract assignment based in Volo, Illinois. This position is well suited for someone who is comfortable managing incoming payments, maintaining accurate customer account records, and following up on outstanding balances. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, confidence working in financial systems, and the ability to handle multiple accounting tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Record and post incoming customer payments accurately, including processing cash applications and matching transactions to open invoices. • Handle remote check deposits and ensure all receipts are entered promptly and correctly within the accounting system. • Communicate with customers regarding past-due balances, resolve payment issues, and support collection efforts effectively. • Maintain customer account information by updating records, reviewing account activity, and ensuring billing details remain current. • Apply credit memos to customer accounts and verify that adjustments are reflected accurately in receivable balances. • Use Sage 100 and Microsoft Office applications to track receivables activity, prepare account information, and support daily accounting workflows. • Review account discrepancies, research outstanding items, and coordinate with internal teams to support timely resolution.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $55,000-$70,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. We are in the Services industry, based in Chicago, Illinois, and we are actively searching for a diligent Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role centers around providing top-tier support for account management, enhancing cash flow through detailed reporting and analysis, and implementing processes to track E-billing progress and reduce overdue balances. Job Responsibilities:• Efficiently process customer credit applications and maintain precise records of customer credit• Directly liaise with clients to respond to queries, provide reports, and resolve invoice discrepancies and receivable issues• Collaborate with the billing department and attorneys to address billing and collections problems• Actively track E-billing progress, including status reporting and resolving short-paid and rejected invoices in conjunction with the Billing department• Contribute to the creation of best practices for E-billing monitoring, collections, and A/R management to optimize processes• Assess delinquent accounts and suggest resolution strategies• Handle daily processing and posting of client payments• Coordinate with attorneys on payment-related issues, ensuring proper allocation of payments• Process suitable credits, write-offs, and discounts on client invoices• Prepare and monitor A/R dashboards and reports, including aging, reconciliation, and collections reports• Carry out ad hoc reporting and other assigned tasks and projects.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Westmont, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 63000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support billing, collections, and cash application activities for a growing organization in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who has worked in a mid-sized or large corporate environment and can manage customer account balances with accuracy and professionalism. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple receivables functions while partnering with internal teams to maintain healthy cash flow. Responsibilities:• Manage customer invoicing, account follow-up, and receivable tracking to help maintain timely payment cycles.• Review outstanding balances, communicate with commercial clients, and drive collection efforts to reduce aging accounts.• Apply incoming payments accurately and reconcile cash receipts against open invoices and account records.• Investigate payment discrepancies, resolve billing issues, and coordinate with internal departments to clear exceptions efficiently.• Maintain detailed account documentation and provide updates on collection status, payment trends, and unresolved items.• Support billing operations by preparing and validating charges, adjustments, credits, and related account activity.• Work within enterprise accounting or ERP platforms to process receivables transactions and monitor account accuracy. Benefits:<ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Lincolnshire, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day revenue cycle activities for a team in Illinois. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in receivables, billing, and customer payment follow-up who can keep account activity accurate and current. The role will focus on applying cash, resolving payment issues, and maintaining strong communication with commercial customers to support timely collections. Responsibilities: • Process incoming customer payments and apply cash accurately to open invoices and account balances. • Review outstanding receivables, follow up with commercial clients on overdue payments, and document collection activity clearly. • Prepare and issue billing records while checking invoice details for accuracy and completeness before release. • Investigate payment discrepancies, short pays, and unapplied cash by working with internal partners and customers to reach resolution. • Reconcile accounts receivable activity and maintain organized records to support reporting and audit readiness. • Monitor aging reports to identify priority accounts and help reduce past-due balances through consistent follow-up. • Respond to customer questions related to invoices, payment status, and account balances in a thorough and timely manner.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst/Accountant

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $100,000-$105,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:The ideal candidate will leverage their analytical expertise and retail knowledge to provide actionable insights, manage financial reporting, and support business decision-making. This role requires a strong understanding of retail operations, financial planning, and accounting principles used in the retail industry.<ul><li>Complete various reports for accounting; itemize transactions on various reports into spreadsheets.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis on retail performance, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Analyze sales, margins, and inventory to provide insights that drive profitability</li><li>Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts, aligning with retail goals.</li><li>Monitor retail department budgets to ensure adherence and highlight variances</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Manage general ledger accounting and ensure compliance with GAAP</li><li>Reconcile accounts related to retail operations, including inventory and accounts payable.</li><li>Track and analyze key retail metrics such as inventory turnover, foot traffic, and basket size.</li><li>Utilize retail POS systems to extract and analyze data.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting and reporting processes.</li><li>Enhance retail reporting systems to improve data visibility for stakeholders</li><li>Accounts Receivable:</li><li> - Process and reconcile all customer invoices and payments.</li><li> - Research and resolve customer billing inquiries and disputes.</li><li> - Maintain accurate customer account records.</li><li> - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts receivable aging reports.</li><li> - Assist in the collection of outstanding debts.</li><li>Accounts Payable:</li><li> - Process and reconcile vendor invoices and payments.</li><li> - Maintain accurate vendor records.</li><li> - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts payable reports.</li><li> - Research and resolve vendor payment discrepancies.</li><li> - Assist with vendor relations.</li><li>Sales Tax:</li><li> - Prepare and file monthly/quarterly sales tax returns accurately and on time.</li><li> - Maintain accurate sales tax records and reconciliations.</li><li> - Research and stay updated on sales tax laws and regulations.</li><li> - Assist with audits and tax examinations.</li><li>Developing spreadsheet.</li></ul>
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Lisle, Illinois
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a steel manufacturing organization in Lisle, Illinois on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position supports a complex payroll accounting environment with a strong emphasis on reconciliation, audit review, payroll reporting, and financial accuracy across multiple entities. The role also contributes to selected payroll processing activities while helping address outstanding payroll work tied to post-acquisition catch-up efforts. Responsibilities:• Validate payroll calculations by reviewing employee time and pay data to confirm accurate earnings and deductions.• Reconcile payroll results to year-end reporting, including W-2 balances, and investigate variances through detailed audit work.• Examine employee tax information and assist with payroll tax analysis to support compliant reporting.• Contribute to backlog reduction efforts related to acquisition-driven payroll cleanup and reconciliation activities.• Provide payroll accounting support across 23 payroll groups, ensuring timely review and issue resolution.• Perform payroll-related cash balancing and general ledger reconciliation for transactions spanning 9 companies.• Produce and evaluate payroll reports using Cognos Analytics to identify discrepancies, trends, and outstanding items.• Apply accounting fundamentals, including debits and credits, to payroll entries, reconciliations, and reporting accuracy.• Process payroll for two smaller business units while coordinating with stakeholders to clear exceptions promptly. The hourly pay range for this position is $33 to $40/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.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Billing Analyst

Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Billing Analyst to support billing operations and cross-functional projects in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. This role focuses on evaluating financial and operational information, improving workflows, and helping teams stay aligned on priorities and timelines. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, clear communication skills, and experience working with billing or accounts receivable processes in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Partner with internal teams to coordinate project objectives, share progress updates, and support improvements to billing-related workflows. • Review billing and operational metrics to uncover patterns, investigate underlying issues, and present findings in a clear, actionable format. • Monitor timelines and major deliverables to help keep projects on schedule and ensure appropriate support is available at each stage. • Maintain organized records, reports, and project materials so key information remains accurate and accessible. • Support billing functions and accounts receivable activities with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and timely resolution of issues. • Use systems and project tools to manage data, track initiatives, and contribute to process optimization efforts. • Assist with customer service needs related to billing, including coordination for export accounts when applicable.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Chicago, Illinois
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
Financial Analyst - Entry Level,Financial Analysis,Data Analysis,Financial Markets,Bloomberg Terminal,Financial-Perform accounting and reporting related to the investment securities portfolio, including journal entries, reconciliations, dividend and tax payment processing, and securities-related accounting activities. Support ALM and financial reporting initiatives by validating and analyzing financial data, reconciling information between systems, and assisting with forecasting and balance sheet reporting. Use advanced Excel functions including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data comparisons, and large dataset manipulation to identify discrepancies and support decision-making. Combine, cleanse, and validate data from multiple sources to support regulatory, accounting, and management reporting requirements. Partner with finance leadership on ad hoc analyses, process improvements, and automation opportunities, including use of financial systems and analytical tools. Assist with financial forecasting, reporting packages, reconciliations, and special projects as needed. Preferred Qualifications bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. 3+ years of accounting or financial analysis experience. Experience with securities accounting, investment portfolios, banking, treasury, or ALM reporting preferred. Strong understanding of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, and large data set analysis. Experience using data analytics, reporting, or automation tools is a plus.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support informed business decisions through accurate reporting, thoughtful analysis, and clear financial insights in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with at least 2 years of experience who can evaluate performance trends, build financial models, and respond to evolving business needs with timely ad hoc analysis. The successful candidate will partner with stakeholders to interpret results, identify key variances, and help improve financial planning and operational visibility. Responsibilities: • Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that translate data into meaningful business insights for leadership and cross-functional teams. • Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, scenario planning, and strategic decision-making. • Analyze actual results against forecasts, budgets, and prior periods to explain performance drivers and highlight risks or opportunities. • Perform detailed variance analysis on revenue, expenses, and operating metrics to support accurate financial assessments. • Gather, organize, and validate financial data from multiple sources to ensure reporting accuracy and consistency. • Partner with business stakeholders to understand financial questions, provide analytical support, and recommend practical next steps. • Monitor trends and key performance indicators to identify changes in business performance and communicate findings clearly. • Assist with process improvements related to financial analysis and reporting workflows to enhance efficiency and data reliability.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Associate

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000- $100,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Description:This position will be focused exclusively on the equity funds managed by the firm. This is a newly created position due to continued growth of the firm; it is expected that a successful candidate will be able to expand his/her responsibilities over time. • Interpret fund agreements in order to determine impact on financial reporting and partner capital accounting requirements• Prepare fund level financial statements including balance sheet, schedule of investments, income statement, statement of changes in partners’ capital and cash flows• Prepare required footnotes to financial statements• Prepare investor-level capital account statements• Prepare management fee computations• Preparation of capital calls and distributions, including fund waterfall calculation• Respond to limited partner inquires and additional ad-hoc requests•Prepare required deliverables for year-end financial statement audits• Perform quarterly closing, including quarter-end journal entries
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Associate

Addison, Illinois
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Associate to join a finance team in Addison, Illinois, on a Long-term Contract assignment. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is organized, accurate, and comfortable handling a broad range of day-to-day accounting tasks in a fast-moving setting. The role will contribute to payables, reconciliations, transaction recording, and close support while working with internal teams to help maintain reliable financial information. Responsibilities:• Manage a high volume of supplier invoices, ensuring each transaction is reviewed, coded correctly, and entered within established timelines.• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and vendors to address billing questions, maintain current vendor files, and support scheduled payment processing.• Record bank and corporate card activity in the accounting records and keep documentation organized for audit readiness and tracking purposes.• Monitor daily cash movements and confirm that all transactions are reflected accurately in the general ledger.• Complete monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit card accounts, and revenue deposits from multiple sales and marketplace channels.• Research outstanding reconciling items, resolve discrepancies promptly, and help reinforce sound financial controls.• Assist with month-end and year-end close by preparing journal entries, supporting schedules, and account analysis.• Contribute to financial reporting, audit support requests, and cross-functional collaboration with operations and leadership teams.• Maintain orderly accounting files and participate in process improvements, ad hoc reporting, and other finance-related projects as needed. The salary range for this position is $22/hr to $26/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. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Accounting Associate

Chicago, Illinois
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] Feeling stuck or straight up bored at your current job? Let’s fix that. A high-End Investment firm is seeking a Accounting Associate. Perks include including above market pay-rates, top-tier health benefits, plenty of work from home flexibility, and other unique perks that their top competitors can’t to provide. We are offering an exciting opportunity in Chicago, Illinois, for an Accounting Associate who will have a pivotal role in our team. As an Accounting Associate, your primary focus will be on transactional duties related to Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), as well as assisting with special projects. This role is based in a dynamic environment, where you will be processing client payments, coding invoices for payment, and managing company credit card processing. Responsibilities:• Oversee the application and research of client payments and the preparation of deposits• Process and apply coding to invoices for payment• Assist in the management of Employee Expense and Company Credit Card processing• Prepare and enter related journal entries accurately• Manage and maintain accurate customer credit records• Assist the Accounting Manager and Controller with special projects as necessary• Ensure all processing and reporting deadlines are met• Utilize skills in Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Billing, Data Entry, Invoice Processing, Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, SAP.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

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