Job Description
Join our growing finance team at Illinois Financial Solutions, where precision meets opportunity. We're seeking a detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to manage our clients' financial operations with expertise and integrity. This hybrid role combines in-office collaboration in our downtown Chicago hub with remote flexibility, offering competitive benefits and career growth in Illinois' thriving business landscape.
As a cornerstone of our accounting department, you'll ensure financial accuracy while supporting our mission to empower local businesses. We provide comprehensive training and a collaborative environment where your skills directly impact our clients' success.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with meticulous attention to detail
- Process accounts payable/receivable and manage payroll operations for diverse client portfolios
- Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analysis for executive review
- Ensure compliance with Illinois state and federal tax regulations
- Implement and optimize QuickBooks systems for maximum efficiency
- Lead month-end closing procedures with accuracy and timeliness
- Collaborate with auditors during annual financial reviews
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience with QuickBooks Pro/Premier
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- CPA certification or pursuing CPA designation preferred
- Deep understanding of GAAP and Illinois tax codes
- Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with financial discrepancies
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities