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Accounting Clerk
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listed on 2026-08-30
Listing for:
Robert Half
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-30
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Accounting Clerk
We are looking for an accounting clerk to support day-to-day financial operations. This position is suited for a detail-focused individual who can manage billing, payment activity, and account reconciliation while contributing to a collaborative accounting team. The role also includes assisting with payroll coverage and supporting routine reporting and month-end accounting tasks. Candidates with a strong foundation in transactional accounting and advanced Excel capabilities will be well positioned for success.
Responsibilities:
- Create and issue customer billing documents accurately and on schedule, ensuring invoice records remain complete and up to date.
- Post incoming customer payments, apply receipts to the appropriate accounts, and maintain organized accounts receivable documentation.
- Review and enter vendor invoices, prepare payment requests, and confirm that expenses are coded correctly and approved before processing.
- Reconcile receivable and payable balances, investigate inconsistencies, and help resolve questions related to account activity.
- Provide backup assistance for payroll administration by reviewing payroll details, maintaining supporting records, and responding to routine payroll inquiries.
- Use accounting systems and Excel-based tracking tools to preserve accurate financial data and assist with internal reporting needs.
- Contribute to month-end close activities by preparing supporting information and helping complete general accounting assignments as needed.
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401K
Salary $58,000-$68,000
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