Job Information
Robert Half International Full Charge Bookkeeper in BURR RIDGE, Illinois
Description
Are you looking for an opportunity with growth potential as a Full Charge Bookkeeper? Do you multi-task effectively and have strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills? Accountemps's Full Charge Bookkeeper position is something you might be interested in. The long-term temporary-to-full-time Full Charge Bookkeeper will work in Burr Ridge, Illinois. The most successful candidate for this position will be able to establish and maintain the organization's accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives, as well as handle all general accounting and bookkeeping functions, including the preparation of financial statements.
Major responsibilities
Maintaining historical records by filing documents
Following progress of fixed assets to prepare depreciation schedules
Maintaining adherence to federal, state, and local legal requirements by keeping up to date on them, filing reports, and advising management on needed actions
Completing bank and general ledger reconciliations; processing payroll
Handling monthly, quarterly and year end close, accurately and on time
Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable; handling collections as needed
Preparing the trial balance and financial statements, including balance sheet and statements regarding income and cash flows
Supervising tasks of accounting clerks and entry-level bookkeepers
Requirements
High school diploma or similar certification with an AA degree or higher in Accounting or Business recommended
Be creative, adaptive, and eager to learn new technical skill sets
- Prior experience with Excel, Quickbooks, and Peachtree
Strong familiarity with VLOOKUP
Demonstrated knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR)
Adeptness in Accounts Payable (AP)
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM
Comprehensive knowledge of full charge bookkeeping
Excel Formulas experience required
General familiarity with general ledger
Foundational knowledge in Microsoft Dynamics Ax
Prior payroll experience preferred
5+ years of relevant experience in bookkeeping
Possess strong organizational and follow-up skills
Knowledgeable of accrual and cash basis of accounting
Able to work independently with a minimal amount of oversight
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
Aptitude for analyzing financial data and generating accurate reports in a timely manner
Accountemps, a Robert Half Company, matches skilled accounting and finance professionals with remote or on-site jobs on a temporary and temporary-to-hire basis. Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs.
When you work with us, you’re working with the best. Robert Half has been recognized as one of FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” every year since 1998 and was named to Forbes’ inaugural list of America’s Best Temporary Staffing Firms.
Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information.
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Salary: $19.79 - $22.91 / Hourly
Location: BURR RIDGE, IL
Date Posted: February 23, 2021
Employment Type: Temp to Hire
Job Reference: 01340-0011714752
Staffing Area: Temporary Accounting u0026 Finance