Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented financial professional looking for the next step in your career? Apex Financial Partners is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to join our dynamic team in the heart of Chicago. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional financial services to our clients, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence.
Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and a supportive team culture.
• Flexible work arrangements and a modern office environment.
If you are ready to leverage your accounting expertise in a thriving environment, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day bookkeeping operations, including accurate processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and credit card statements to ensure data accuracy.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements, balance sheets, and profit & loss reports.
- Maintain accurate and organized filing systems for all financial records and transactions.
- Process payroll and ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations.
- Assist the Finance Manager with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel, including functions like VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to spot errors in financial data.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.