Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Bookkeeper at Illinois Financial Partners. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage financial records for our diverse portfolio of clients. This direct hire position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities in Chicago's thriving business district. If you're passionate about precision and financial integrity, we want to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with meticulous attention to detail
- Process accounts payable/receivable and manage cash flow operations
- Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analysis reports
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and Illinois state tax regulations
- Oversee payroll processing and benefits administration
- Collaborate with auditors during annual financial reviews
- Implement and optimize bookkeeping software systems
Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional bookkeeping experience in Illinois
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel (Advanced Functions)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- Certified Bookkeeper (CB) designation strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience with multi-state tax filings
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication skills for client interactions
- Experience with ERP systems (Sage 100 or NetSuite)