Job Description
Urgently seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to join our dynamic finance team in Chicago! We offer top-tier benefits including comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and professional development stipends. This is a rare opportunity to advance your career with a rapidly growing firm committed to employee excellence.
Our ideal candidate will manage daily financial operations with precision and integrity. You'll be instrumental in maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance, and providing actionable financial insights. If you're detail-oriented and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply immediately.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with precision
- Process accounts payable/receivable and manage cash flow
- Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analyses
- Assist with budget preparation and expense tracking
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and IRS regulations
- Manage payroll processing and tax filings
- Collaborate with auditors during financial reviews
- Implement and improve accounting systems and controls
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on bookkeeping experience
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations
- Proven ability to meet tight deadlines
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Professional certification (CPA/ACCA) preferred
- Experience with ERP systems (Sage, NetSuite) a plus