Bookkeeper

Location: Springfield, Illinois • Full-Time • Accounting / Public Accounting

About the role

Our client is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with several years of hands-on bookkeeping experience who is proficient with QuickBooks Desktop and/or QuickBooks Online. A degree in accounting is not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities for clients.
• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
• Work extensively with QuickBooks Desktop and/or QuickBooks Online.
• Prepare and process payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare and file payroll tax returns and related payroll tax documentation.
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Record and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Review financial data for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with clients regarding bookkeeping, payroll, and financial information.
• Assist with other accounting and bookkeeping duties as needed.

Requirements

• Multiple years of professional bookkeeping experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Online.
• Experience preparing and processing payroll.
• Experience with payroll tax filings.
• Experience preparing financial statements.
• Strong understanding of general bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts or priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a public accounting firm or CPA firm.
• Experience handling bookkeeping for multiple clients.
• Accounting, bookkeeping, or business-related education is a plus but not required.
• Experience with tax-related accounting support is a plus.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, experienced bookkeeper who can independently manage bookkeeping responsibilities and is comfortable working with QuickBooks, payroll, payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and financial statements. A formal accounting degree is not necessary if the candidate has strong practical experience and can demonstrate proficiency in these areas.