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Brilliant Financial Staffing - IL

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Staff Accountant

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$32/hr

  • Medical

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Located in Oak Brook, IL , the Staff Accountant will report to the Director of Accounting and work closely with the VP of Finance and accounting team. Our client is a growing healthcare organization ...

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$75K - $80K/yr

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Staff Accountant Location : Chicago, IL Pay Range : $75-80k Benefits : Health, dental, and vision ... Company Description Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice ...

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West Chester, OH · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

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HSP Direct

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The LaSalle Group

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$70K - $80K/yr

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HSP Direct

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The LaSalle Group

Staff Accountant

Lombard, IL · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

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Junior Staff Accountant Direct Hire | Lombard, IL Schedule: Onsite 5 days/week initially; hybrid flexibility available after training Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 + discretionary bonus eligibility ...

Exalt Youth

Staff Accountant

Manhattan, NY

$60K - $79K/yr

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Henry L. Stimson Center

Staff Accountant

Washington, DC

$73K - $85K/yr

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Prepares schedules for review by the Accounting Director * Prepares journal entries for review by the Accounting Director * Prepares multiple cost allocation schedules on a monthly basis

HSP Direct

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Ashburn, VA · On-site

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Exalt

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Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60K - $79K/yr

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Exalt Youth

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Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

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Ccfs

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for director staff accountant in the United States is $66,994.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director staff accountant?

Director Staff Accountants are senior accounting professionals who oversee a team of accountants and manage financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance within an organization. They are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, guiding accounting policies and procedures, and providing strategic financial advice to senior management. Their role often includes supervising audits, managing financial controls, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

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To thrive as a Director Staff Accountant, you need advanced expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting, and leadership, typically supported by a CPA or relevant accounting degree. Proficiency with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, advanced Excel skills, and experience with financial analysis software are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for leading teams and collaborating across departments. These competencies ensure accurate financial management, compliance, and strategic decision-making at a senior level.

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A Director Staff Accountant frequently partners with departments such as finance, operations, and senior management to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. They often participate in cross-functional meetings to provide insights on budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance. Building strong relationships across departments is essential, as their analyses and recommendations support key business decisions and strategic initiatives. This collaborative approach also helps identify process improvements and ensures that accounting practices align with organizational goals.

What is the difference between Director Staff Accountant vs Staff Accountant?

AspectDirector Staff AccountantStaff Accountant
CredentialsBachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA often preferred; relevant experienceBachelor's degree in accounting or related field; CPA optional
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance departments; managerial oversightAccounting departments; entry to mid-level roles
ResponsibilitiesOversees accounting teams, manages financial reporting, ensures compliancePerforms daily accounting tasks, prepares financial statements, reconciles accounts

The main difference is that a Director Staff Accountant typically holds a managerial role with oversight responsibilities, while a Staff Accountant focuses on executing accounting tasks. The Director Staff Accountant often supervises staff and ensures compliance, whereas the Staff Accountant handles routine accounting duties. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but the director position involves more leadership and strategic oversight.

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Staff Accountant

Brilliant Financial Staffing - IL

Oak Brook, IL • On-site

$32/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Location: Oak Brook, IL

Pay Range: $32/HR-$34/HR

Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k)

 

Job Overview:

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged on the search for a Staff Accountant to join our client on a 6-month contract with potential for extension. Located in Oak Brook, IL, the Staff Accountant will report to the Director of Accounting and work closely with the VP of Finance and accounting team. Our client is a growing healthcare organization focused on supporting physicians and providing an embedded approach to healthcare operations. The Staff Accountant will play a hands-on role supporting accounts payable, billing, reconciliations, journal entries, and general accounting activities. The ideal candidate will have experience with NetSuite and BILL/BILL.com and be available to begin within the next two weeks.

 

Staff Accountant Responsibilities:

  • Process and review employee expense reports, including assisting with expense-related questions and setting up new employees in the system
  • Handle accounts payable activities and ensure transactions are accurately recorded
  • Manage monthly billing/accounts receivable for assisted living facilities
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Perform account and transaction reconciliations
  • Reconcile two corporate credit cards and manually import transactions into NetSuite
  • Troubleshoot and reconcile transactions that are not properly syncing between BILL/BILL.com and NetSuite
  • Assist with month-end close activities as needed
  • Export and compare reports in Excel to identify discrepancies and ensure data accuracy
  • Support the accounting team with various transactional and general accounting responsibilities
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Staff Accountant Qualifications:

  • Previous accounting experience required; degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred but flexible based on experience
  • Hands-on experience with NetSuite required
  • Experience with BILL/BILL.com required
  • Strong account reconciliation experience
  • Experience with AP, AR/billing, journal entries, and general ledger accounting
  • Strong Excel skills, particularly exporting reports and comparing data
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently in a hands-on accounting environment

 

If you or anyone you know is interested and qualified, please apply!

Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Company Description

Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.