Job Description
Join Illinois Financial Solutions, a leading accounting firm serving Chicago's dynamic business community. We're seeking a meticulous Part-Time Accountant to support our diverse client portfolio. This hybrid role offers flexible hours (20-25 hrs/week) while maintaining professional growth opportunities in a collaborative environment. Perfect for experienced accountants seeking work-life balance without compromising career advancement.
Responsibilities
- Manage monthly bookkeeping cycles and reconcile financial statements
- Prepare and analyze financial reports for small to mid-sized businesses
- Process payroll and handle accounts payable/receivable tasks
- Assist with tax preparation and compliance documentation
- Implement and optimize accounting software workflows
- Provide financial insights during client consultations
- Maintain organized digital and physical financial records
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
- 3+ years of hands-on accounting experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and accounting software
- Strong understanding of GAAP and Illinois tax regulations
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Detail-oriented with high accuracy in numerical tasks
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- CPA certification preferred but not required