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Description

We are looking for a skilled Staff Accountant to join our growing team in Oak Lawn, Illinois. This position will play a vital role in managing financial processes such as monthly closings, accounts payable and receivable, and preparing and analyzing financial statements. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting expertise, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to support operational and upper management.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries and ensuring timely completion.

• Prepare and consolidate monthly financial statements for multiple reporting entities.

• Perform reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial reports through detailed review and analysis.

• Collaborate with operational management and report financial insights to upper management.

• Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and assist with special projects as needed.

• Cross-train across various accounting functions to ensure team coverage and efficiency.

• Utilize advanced spreadsheet tools, including pivot tables and V-lookups, for data analysis.

• Support process improvements and provide input on financial systems enhancements.

Benefits Information-Medical, dental, vision, free parking, vacation time

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.

• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience.

• Proficiency in accounting software such as Great Plains or similar platforms.

• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and V-lookups.

• Experience in SAP

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with management and team members.

• Prior experience in the transportation or trucking industry is a plus.

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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