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We are seeking a Sr. Accountant to join our team in the higher education industry based in River Forest, Illinois. This role offers a long-term contract employment opportunity. In this role, you will be central to our financial operations, focusing on account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and bank reconciliations. Your expertise in closing financial books will be integral to our operations.

Responsibilities

• Handle account reconciliation tasks with precision and efficiency

• Perform balance sheet reconciliation to ensure accurate financial reporting

• Manage bank reconciliations to ensure all financial transactions are accounted for

• Utilize your skills in Microsoft Excel, NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP to manage and analyze financial data

• Prepare and post journal entries as part of the monthly financial close process

• Assist in closing the financial year, ensuring all accounts and ledgers are accurate

• Support the team in preparing for audits by ensuring all financial records are accurate and up-to-date

• Work closely with the team to ensure financial aid is efficiently distributed to students

• Contribute to the financial planning and strategy discussions within the organization

• Ensure financial operations align with the financial policies and regulations of the higher education sector.

The salary range of this position is $30hr to $33.65hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

• Proven experience in the Higher Education industry is essential.
• Must hold a senior-level position as an Accountant.
• Demonstrated ability in Account Reconciliation is required.
• Proficiency in Balance Sheet Reconciliation is necessary.
• Experience in performing Bank Reconciliations is a must.
• Should have a strong understanding of General Ledger management.
• Capability to handle Journal Entries is crucial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
• Experience in Month End Close procedures is needed.
• Knowledge of NetSuite is a must.
• Familiarity with Oracle is essential.
• Experience with SAP is necessary.

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 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 including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. © 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.

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