Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Bookkeeper and become the financial backbone of a rapidly growing Chicago firm. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage complex accounting operations while supporting our mission to deliver exceptional financial services to clients across Illinois. This urgent full-time role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for 25+ client portfolios including AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and month-end closings
- Prepare and analyze financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) with actionable insights
- Maintain accurate QuickBooks Online databases with strict compliance protocols
- Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals during quarterly reviews
- Implement process improvements to enhance financial reporting efficiency
- Lead training for junior accounting staff on accounting software best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience in public accounting or firm setting
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel
- Deep knowledge of GAAP, IRS regulations, and Illinois tax requirements
- Proven ability to manage high-volume transaction processing with 99.9% accuracy
- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to detail in financial reporting