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We are looking for a skilled Accounting Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Westchester, Illinois. In this role, you will focus on billing, accounts receivable, and light administrative tasks while contributing to a small, collaborative office environment. This position is ideal for individuals with strong organizational skills and experience using QuickBooks Online.

Responsibilities:

• Manage billing operations using QuickBooks Online, ensuring accuracy and timely submission of invoices on a weekly cycle.

• Collaborate with team members to confirm required documentation is complete before billing deadlines.

• Process and match incoming payments with invoices, maintaining meticulous records.

• Generate aging reports to track outstanding balances and follow up as necessary.

• Assist with light collections outreach, maintaining professionalism and alignment with company values.

• Handle mail processes related to payments and invoices efficiently.

• Provide administrative support, including document editing and maintaining organized records.

• Partner with the bookkeeper to optimize accounts receivable processes for improved cash flow.

• Support efforts to automate bank processes and streamline financial operations.

The hourly pay range for this position is $25 to $30. 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.

Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, including billing and accounts receivable.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online is required.

• Strong knowledge of billing practices, specifically in industries such as legal billing.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet weekly deadlines.

• Effective interpersonal skills for working in a small, collaborative office environment.

• Familiarity with mail handling, check processing, and basic collections procedures.

• Experience with bank reconciliations and accounting software systems.

• Ability to adapt to evolving processes, including automation initiatives.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including 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.

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