Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Chicago Financial Partners, a leading accounting firm in the heart of downtown Chicago. We're seeking a meticulous Senior Bookkeeper to manage our clients' financial records with precision and expertise. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, and a collaborative work environment in one of America's most vibrant cities. Top benefits include: 401(k) matching, paid time off, professional development stipends, and flexible work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with meticulous attention to detail
- Manage accounts payable/receivable cycles and process payroll for 15+ employees
- Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analysis for client portfolios
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and IRS regulations while implementing internal controls
- Leverage QuickBooks Online and Excel for advanced financial reporting and forecasting
- Collaborate with tax professionals during quarterly and annual audits
- Oversee month-end closing processes and bank reconciliations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience in public accounting
- Expert proficiency in QuickBooks Online and advanced Excel functions
- Proven ability to manage multi-entity financial systems
- Strong understanding of sales tax compliance and payroll processing
- Exceptional analytical skills with high accuracy in financial data
- Professional certification (e.g., CB, AIPB) or equivalent experience