Description We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a driven and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in accounting systems, consolidations, and team management. You will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring the accuracy of reconciliations and month-end processes. Responsibilities: • Oversee the review and approval of journal entries, reconciliations, and subledger processes to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Manage and review the work of a team, including eight staff members in one location and one individual in another. • Lead the month-end close process for a public company, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. • Conduct and oversee financial consolidations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to organizational standards. • Utilize accounting systems such as PeopleSoft, OneStream, and BlackLine to streamline processes and improve efficiency. • Take ownership of ad hoc projects, conducting independent research and providing solutions as needed. • Provide guidance and support to new staff members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls through audits and reconciliations. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on consolidations and month-end processes. • Proficiency in PeopleSoft is highly preferred; experience with OneStream and BlackLine is a strong advantage. • Demonstrated ability to manage and review the work of a team, providing constructive feedback and ensuring quality. • Solid understanding of account reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and bank reconciliations. • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on ad hoc projects. • Experience with ERP systems and other accounting software tools. • Background in public company accounting processes is highly desirable. • Excellent organizational and communication skills to coordinate effectively with team members and stakeholders. 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) .