Full Charge Bookeeper / Accounting

Looking to hire quickly for the right fit! We are seeking a highly energetic and motivated professional with a financial background to support and work closely with the principal officers of the company, assisting with accounting functions and general office administration duties in Blue Island, IL.

About Us

Guardian Security Services is celebrating 50 years of security excellence as a family-owned company that cares about employees. We believe our employees are our most important assets and strive to make the most appropriate fit between applicants and our specific needs.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic thinker with a hands-on style to deliver practical and effective solutions; energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive presence.
• Prioritize tasks effectively with a mission-driven focus on accomplishment.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication.
• Work flexibly on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Possess business insurance knowledge covering General Liability, Workman’s Compensation, Umbrella, Automobile, and associated Audits (a plus).
• Assist with “Hourly” payroll functions accurately and timely, including payroll tax submissions.
• Administer large “Hourly” payroll entries on a bi-weekly basis.
• File weekly and quarterly payroll taxes on a timely basis.
• Responsible for filing W2’s, 1095’s, 941 reporting, 940 reporting, 1099’s, and Year-End closing.
• Complete bi-weekly accounts payable functions: reviewing, coding, and processing payments.
• Perform accounts receivable functions: invoicing, deposits, and collections.
• Maintain and balance the general ledger accurately and up-to-date.
• Conduct monthly reconciliation of all accounts as needed.
• Administer data entry for wage rates and bill rates.
• Prepare financial reports through collection, analysis, and summarization of data.
• Experience with wage garnishments and deductions processes.
• Review and recommend accounting policies, goals, objectives, and procedures while conferring with management and employees.
• Willingness to learn a variety of software systems for daily responsibilities.
• Work well with little supervision after training is complete.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products.

Requirements

• Experience and success in general office administrative functions, including client correspondence, creating proposals, and budgets.
• Experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledgers.
• BA in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related area preferred but not required.
• Four (4) years of experience in bookkeeping and billing/payroll responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent observation skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office, strong MS Excel skills, and ability to learn company programs.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of GAAP.
• High levels of confidentiality, discretion, and mature judgment.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills as natural talents.
• Exhibit a "can do" attitude and proactive thinking.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• IRA
• Referral program
• Employee discount

Pay

$60,000.00 - 65,000.00 per year

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Day shift
• Holidays