Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Illinois Financial Services as a Part-Time Bookkeeper. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage financial records for diverse clients across Chicagoland. Enjoy flexible hours (20-25/week) in a supportive, growth-oriented environment with competitive compensation and opportunities to expand your accounting expertise. Perfect for detail-oriented individuals seeking work-life balance without compromising career progression.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate financial records using QuickBooks Online
- Reconcile bank statements and credit card accounts monthly
- Process accounts payable/receivable with precision
- Generate financial reports (P&L, balance sheets) quarterly
- Prepare sales tax filings for Illinois businesses
- Manage payroll processing for small business clients
- Implement bookkeeping best practices across portfolios
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of bookkeeping proficiency
- Expertise in QuickBooks Online/Xero
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
- Illinois sales tax filing experience
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines independently
- Professional certification (e.g., CB) preferred