Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper - Job Description Location: Washington, IL Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary Our client, a growing professional accounting firm, is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper to manage financial records, payroll processing, and day-to-day bookkeeping activities. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop, payroll administration, and financial reconciliations. Key Responsibilities Maintain accurate financial records, general ledgers, accounts payable, and accounts receivable using QuickBooks Desktop. Process end-to-end payroll, including employee hours, deductions, and timely payroll distribution. Perform bank, credit card, and loan account reconciliations. Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems for financial records, invoices, and receipts. Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial records for year-end reporting and tax preparation. Respond to bookkeeping and payroll-related inquiries professionally. Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records. Manage multiple client accounts and deadlines while maintaining accuracy. Required Qualifications Minimum 2+ years of professional bookkeeping experience. Experience working in an accounting firm is preferred. Extensive hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop is required. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with payroll processing and payroll administration. Understanding of state and federal payroll regulations. Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations. Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Key Skills / Search Keywords Bookkeeping QuickBooks Desktop Payroll Processing Payroll Administration Accounts Payable (AP) Accounts Receivable (AR) General Ledger (GL) Bank Reconciliation Credit Card Reconciliation Loan Reconciliation Financial Recordkeeping Microsoft Excel Accounting Firm Experience Payroll Tax Compliance Financial Reporting Must-Have Requirements 2+ years of professional bookkeeping experience. QuickBooks Desktop experience - Mandatory. Hands-on payroll processing experience. Bank and account reconciliation experience. Strong Excel skills. Preferred Candidate Background Candidates from CPA firms, public accounting firms, or professional bookkeeping firms. Experience managing bookkeeping and payroll for multiple clients. Ability to work independently while collaborating with an accounting team.