Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Night Shift Bookkeeper in Chicago's bustling financial district. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to work with industry-leading professionals. We're seeking a detail-oriented expert to manage critical financial operations during evening hours, ensuring seamless accounting workflows while the city sleeps. If you thrive in after-hours environments and possess a passion for financial precision, this is your chance to advance your career with a forward-thinking firm.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate general ledgers, accounts payable, and accounts receivable records
- Process payroll and ensure timely tax compliance for night shift staff
- Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analysis reports
- Reconcile bank accounts and credit card transactions nightly
- Assist with month-end closing procedures and audit preparations
- Implement and maintain internal financial controls
- Collaborate with day-time finance teams for seamless operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
- 3+ years of professional bookkeeping experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage, and advanced Excel functions
- CPA or equivalent certification preferred
- Proven ability to work independently during night shifts
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Experience with multi-state payroll processing
- Knowledge of GAAP and IRS regulations