Job Description
Join Illinois Financial Solutions and enjoy the stability of weekly pay while managing critical financial operations. We're seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper to maintain accurate records, process payroll, and ensure compliance for our diverse client portfolio. This role offers competitive compensation with weekly direct deposits, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment in downtown Chicago.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with meticulous attention to detail
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 50+ employees with timely submission
- Manage accounts payable/receivable cycles and vendor relationships
- Prepare monthly financial statements and variance analysis reports
- Ensure compliance with Illinois state tax regulations and GAAP standards
- Assist in month-end closing procedures and audit preparations
- Implement and optimize QuickBooks accounting systems
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance required (Bachelor's preferred)
- 3+ years of professional bookkeeping experience
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables/VLOOKUPs)
- Illinois payroll tax certification or willingness to obtain
- Proven ability to manage multi-state payroll processing
- Exceptional attention to detail with error reconciliation skills
- Strong communication abilities for client financial consultations