
Accounting Assistant
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Franklin Park, IL · HybridJobPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.
Watch jobs like this. New roles like this one near Franklin Park, IL, by email.
Don't just apply. Show up ready.
Olive works from this exact posting.
At a glance
Olive lists jobs from US employers, including remote roles you can work from the United States.
Requirements
Credentials this posting asks for.
Job overview
Robert Half Finance & Accounting is hiring an Accounting Assistant. The Accounting Assistant will support daily financial operations by performing accurate data entry, providing efficient administrative support, and offering reliable backup for accounts payable and receivable functions. This detail-oriented individual will join the Accounting/Finance team in Franklin Park, IL, and is expected to be organized, dependable, and thrive in a hands-on environment where accuracy and timeliness are critical.
Key focus areas include Perform daily entry of Accounts Payable (AP) invoices into the ERP system., Organize and maintain filing of various accounting documents and records., and Prepare and send remittances to vendors and suppliers..
Important skills include Attention To Detail, Organizational Skills, Communication, Work Independently, Collaborative, and ERP Systems. Preferred (not required): Data Entry, Administrative Support, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Description
The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $52,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our Accounting/Finance team in Franklin Park, IL. This role is essential in supporting the daily financial operations of the company through accurate data entry, efficient administrative support, and reliable backup across accounts payable and receivable functions. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and thrives in a hands-on environment where accuracy and timeliness are critical.
Key Responsibilities
-
Perform daily entry of Accounts Payable (AP) invoices into the ERP system with a high degree of accuracy.
-
Organize and maintain filing of various accounting documents and records.
-
Prepare and send remittances to vendors and suppliers.
-
Manage office supply inventory, including ordering and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
-
Provide backup support for Accounts Receivable (AR) data entry as needed.
-
Assist with other ad-hoc accounting and administrative tasks as assigned.
Requirements
Requirements & Qualifications
-
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is a plus
-
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel) is preferred.
-
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
-
Good written and verbal communication abilities.
-
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].
Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
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.
Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
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) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .
Similar jobs, posted recently
Open roles like this one, listed in the last 30 days.
Assistant Room Service ManagerFour Seasons · Chicago, IL · $66–76K/yrPosted 1w agoPosted 1w ago
Associate Vice President of Accounting OperationsAdvocate Health · Oak Brook, IL · $86.75–138.8/hrPosted 4 days agoPosted 4 days ago- Accounting Coordinator (Biller) Benesch · Chicago, IL · $25–33/hrPosted 4 days agoPosted 4 days ago
Accounting ManagerSysco · Hampshire, IL · $107–161K/yrPosted 5 days agoPosted 5 days ago
Accounting Manager, Client Accounting & Advisory ServicesAprio · Atlanta, GA (Hybrid) · $120–189K/yrPosted 3w agoPosted 3w ago
You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.