💼 Full-Time Position

Accounting Assistant

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Robert Half Accountemps
📍 Chicago, IL, United States
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Location
Chicago, United States
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Posted
May 02, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Description We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations for a client based in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on accounting experience who can manage transactional tasks accurately and efficiently. The role offers an opportunity to contribute across payables, receivables, and reconciliation activities while working in a fast-paced business environment.

Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices, verify coding details, and prepare items for timely payment.
• Support accounts receivable activities by recording incoming payments and following up on outstanding balances as needed.
• Reconcile bank statements and internal financial records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate accounting documentation and ensure financial data is entered correctly in QuickBooks.
• Assist with routine account reviews to help keep ledgers current and organized.
• Coordinate...