Staff Accountant Hinsdale, IL

Staff Accountant

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to provide hands-on accounting support for construction-focused client accounts. This long-term contract position is well suited for an accounting specialist who is comfortable managing core financial tasks independently and maintaining accurate records with limited oversight. The role centers on day-to-day general accounting activities, month-end support, and dependable financial reporting within a fast-paced client service environment.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting activity for a portfolio of construction-related client engagements, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and consistently.
• Prepare and enter journal entries to support routine accounting operations and period-end adjustments.
• Reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Contribute to the month-end close process by organizing financial data, verifying account activity, and meeting reporting deadlines.
• Maintain complete and accurate financial records that support reliable general ledger integrity and audit readiness.
• Assist with preparing financial statements, summaries, and other reporting deliverables as requested.
• Monitor accounting workflows to ensure deadlines are met and work is completed with a high degree of accuracy.
• Manage priorities independently and take ownership of assigned accounting responsibilities with minimal day-to-day direction.

The hourly pay range for this position is $33.65 to $38.46/hour. 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.