Accounting Specialist

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a long-established, family-owned business in Frankfort, Illinois. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day accounting work with general office support in a collaborative onsite setting. The role calls for a dependable, detail-oriented individual who can adapt quickly, communicate well with accounting partners, and help keep financial and administrative operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and maintain accurate accounts payable records to support timely disbursements.

• Manage customer invoicing, monitor incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances to keep accounts receivable current.

• Perform routine account reconciliations and review financial activity for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.

• Use QuickBooks Online to record transactions, organize accounting data, and generate information needed for daily operations.

• Support billing activities by preparing charges, verifying details, and resolving discrepancies with internal or external contacts.

• Assist with general accounting tasks and office coordination, helping maintain organized records and efficient administrative workflows.

• Handle incoming phone traffic through a multi-line switchboard and direct calls appropriately to the relevant contacts.

• Contribute to compliance-focused recordkeeping practices by maintaining financial files and following established procedures.

• Work closely with internal accountants and team members, responding to direction effectively and adjusting to business needs as they arise.

The salary range for this position is $23/hr to $24.50/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 Robert Half Benefits Website for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online in an accounting or office environment.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and account reconciliation activities.
• Ability to manage a variety of accounting and administrative responsibilities with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, team-oriented approach to working with colleagues and external contacts.
• Comfortable working fully onsite in Frankfort, Illinois.
• Experience handling inbound calls through a multi-line phone system is preferred.
• Understanding of basic compliance and record accuracy standards within accounting processes.

Compensation

$22.80-$24.75 Hourly

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