Bookkeeper

We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to join a growing team in Addison, Illinois on a Contract basis. This position supports essential accounting operations by overseeing cash activity, payables, receivables, and financial recordkeeping with a strong focus on accuracy. The ideal candidate brings sound bookkeeping knowledge, stays organized under changing priorities, and works effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
Responsibilities: • Track daily cash transactions, including receipts, deposits, electronic payments, and wire activity, while keeping records current and accurate. • Reconcile bank accounts regularly, identify variances, and research issues to ensure balances are properly reflected. • Review and enter vendor invoices, confirm approvals and account coding, and coordinate timely payment processing. • Manage outgoing payments through check runs, electronic disbursements, and wires while maintaining complete supporting documentation. • Create customer invoices, post incoming payments, and keep accounts receivable records up to date. • Monitor open balances, follow up on overdue accounts, and address billing questions or discrepancies with customers. • Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end accounting tasks, including account reconciliations and supporting schedules. • Contribute to financial reporting, audit readiness, and ongoing improvements to accounting processes and administrative workflows.

Qualifications:

At least 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general accounting. • Practical knowledge of bookkeeping fundamentals and standard accounting procedures. • Hands-on experience with bank reconciliations, cash management, payables, and receivables activities. • Proficiency with accounting software, including QuickBooks, and strong Microsoft Excel skills. • High attention to detail with the ability to organize records accurately and efficiently. • Strong communication and problem-solving skills when working with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders. • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Compensation

$23.00-$27.00 Hourly

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