Job Description
Are you a meticulous financial professional looking for an Immediate Hire opportunity in the heart of Chicago? Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our growing team.
We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive benefits package, and the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of clients. If you have a passion for numbers and a knack for organization, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
We value our employees and provide a culture of growth and transparency. You will be at the forefront of our financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while enjoying a supportive team atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Manage Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process invoices, verify expenses, and ensure timely payments to vendors while accurately tracking incoming payments.
- Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliation of bank statements and credit card accounts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and balance sheets.
- Payroll Support: Process and manage payroll using QuickBooks, ensuring all withholdings and taxes are calculated correctly.
- General Ledger Maintenance: Update and maintain the general ledger accounts, posting journal entries as needed.
- Tax Preparation Assistance: Gather necessary documentation and support the accounting team during tax season.
Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience.
- Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).
- Education: Associate degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to spot errors and maintain high data integrity in all financial records.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients and team members.