Job Description
Join our award-winning financial team in Chicago's vibrant Loop district! Apex Financial Partners seeks a meticulous Senior Bookkeeper to manage multi-client accounting portfolios. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in one of America's fastest-growing financial services firms.
Our ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and possesses deep expertise in complex accounting cycles. You'll collaborate directly with CFOs and financial controllers while supporting diverse industries from startups to established enterprises.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for 15-20 portfolio clients using QuickBooks Online and Xero
- Prepare monthly financial statements with variance analysis and executive summaries
- Oversee accounts payable/receivable processes and bank reconciliations
- Coordinate with auditors and ensure compliance with GAAP and IRS regulations
- Implement process improvements to enhance financial reporting efficiency
- Maintain organized digital filing systems with zero tolerance for errors
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance with 5+ years bookkeeping experience
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel (VLOOKUP/PivotTables), and Xero
- Certified Bookkeeper (CB) or QuickBooks ProAdvisor designation preferred
- Expertise in multi-state sales tax compliance and payroll processing
- Proven ability to manage deadlines for 15+ concurrent projects
- Exceptional attention to detail with 100% reconciliation accuracy