Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our rapidly expanding finance team in Chicago. If you are a finance professional looking for urgent hiring opportunities with a prestigious firm, we want to hear from you immediately.
As a Bookkeeper, you will be the backbone of our financial operations, ensuring accuracy in all reporting and compliance with state regulations. This is a high-impact role where your organizational skills will directly contribute to our company's success.
Why Apply?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic industry.
- Modern work environment in the heart of downtown Chicago.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable.
- Reconcile bank statements and credit card accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy.
- Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts and monthly financial statements.
- Process payroll accurately and on time for all employees.
- Assist with tax preparation, quarterly filings, and year-end audits.
- Perform monthly financial reporting and variance analysis for management.
- Maintain and organize digital and physical financial records.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required.
- Minimum of 3 years of professional bookkeeping experience is preferred.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage accounting software.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros).
- Strong understanding of GAAP and generally accepted accounting principles.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.