Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves managing key financial processes and ensuring accuracy in reporting, reconciliation, and compliance. If you have a strong background in accounting and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Oversee month-end close procedures, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure data integrity. • Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. • Conduct account reconciliations to verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies. • Manage bank reconciliations and ensure proper cash flow tracking. • Handle grant accounting activities, including tracking, reporting, and compliance. • Provide support for audits by preparing necessary documentation and reports. • Collaborate with internal teams to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency. • Analyze financial data and provide insights to support decision-making. Requirements • Proven experience in accounting with a focus on month-end close and reconciliation. • Strong knowledge of general ledger functions and journal entry preparation. • Expertise in account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies. • Familiarity with bank reconciliations and cash flow management. • Experience in grant accounting and compliance requirements. • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Proficiency in accounting software and tools. • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .