Job Description
Join Illinois Financial Solutions as a Senior Bookkeeper and become the backbone of our dynamic finance team. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage critical accounting operations for our diverse portfolio of clients. This hybrid role (3 days in-office, 2 remote) offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities in Chicago's thriving business district. If you're passionate about precision and financial integrity, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for 15+ client accounts including A/P, A/R, and payroll processing
- Prepare monthly financial statements with variance analysis and reconciliations
- Maintain accurate general ledger entries and ensure GAAP compliance
- Oversee sales tax filings and quarterly tax preparation support
- Implement process improvements using QuickBooks Enterprise and Excel automation
- Collaborate with CPAs during annual audits and provide supporting documentation
- Train junior bookkeepers on company accounting procedures
Qualifications
- 5+ years of progressive bookkeeping experience with QuickBooks Enterprise
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros)
- Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, or NetSuite)
- Strong understanding of Illinois tax regulations and sales compliance
- Certified Bookkeeper (CB) or QuickBooks ProAdvisor preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail with zero tolerance for errors
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment