Staff Accountant Job at Robert Half (Elk Grove Village)

Staff Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Elk Grove Village

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

60000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing nonprofit organization in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This position works closely with the Controller and offers broad exposure to core accounting activities, making it an excellent opportunity for an early-career candidate who wants to build strong operational and reporting experience. The role is designed for someone who enjoys contributing ideas, supporting a collaborative finance team, and taking ownership of meaningful accounting work in a multi-state environment.

Job Responsibility:

Manage routine accounting activities by preparing journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, and supporting the monthly closing process
Produce and review financial information such as income statements, balance sheet support schedules, and other reports needed for leadership review
Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and related records to maintain accurate financial data
Provide dependable support for accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and processed within required timelines
Assist with payroll-related accounting support and help monitor cash activity to support daily finance operations
Maintain organized financial documentation and uphold consistent recordkeeping practices across accounting processes
Use QuickBooks for day-to-day accounting work and contribute to system-related initiatives, including support for a transition to Sage
Recommend process enhancements that improve accuracy, efficiency, and documentation within the accounting function

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
Two to five years of accounting experience with strong attention to detail
Working knowledge of general accounting principles and core financial processes
Strong Excel skills, including the ability to use lookup functions, pivot tables, and formulas effectively
Experience preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and working within the general ledger
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced setting
Effective communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate while handling sensitive financial information
Experience with QuickBooks is preferred
familiarity with Sage or similar accounting systems is an advantage

Nice to have:

Experience with QuickBooks is preferred
familiarity with Sage or similar accounting systems is an advantage

What we offer:

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees AND entire family - employer-paid
Pension program (employer-funded) - no employee contributions required
Annuity program (additional employer-funded retirement benefit)
80 hours of PTO + 40 hours of sick time, front-loaded annually (0–10 years of service)
8 paid holidays including the day after Thanksgiving

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 10, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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