Job Description
Launch your finance career with Chicago Financial Services! We're seeking a meticulous Entry-Level Bookkeeper to join our dynamic team in the heart of downtown Chicago. This is your opportunity to grow professionally while ensuring our financial operations run seamlessly. You'll receive comprehensive training and mentorship from seasoned accounting professionals in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and passionate about building a strong foundation in accounting. If you're ready to transform raw data into actionable financial insights, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries
- Process payroll and ensure timely tax filings compliance
- Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements monthly
- Assist in monthly and quarterly closing procedures
- Prepare financial statements and management reports
- Manage vendor invoices and expense reports
- Utilize QuickBooks and accounting software for data entry
- Support annual audit preparations
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 0-2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
- Exceptional attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive financial data
- Proactive problem-solving approach