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Connect Search, LLC · Northbrook, Illinois
Bookkeeper
Company Overview
Our client is an established, privately held organization with a diverse range of business operations throughout the greater Chicago area. The company maintains an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership of their responsibilities and contribute to the organization's continued success.
The organization is seeking an experienced
Bookkeeper
to support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and assist with financial administration across multiple business entities.
This opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys hands-on bookkeeping, managing multiple priorities, and working closely with company leadership in a smaller team environment.
Location, Compensation &
Northbrook, IL
Work Arrangement:
Fully onsite, Monday–Friday
Employment Type:
Full-time
Compensation:
70k-80k base
Position Overview
The Bookkeeper will oversee recurring bookkeeping and transactional accounting activities across multiple business entities.
Reporting directly to the Controller, this individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, coordinating vendor payments, processing financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial reporting requirements.
The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage accounting information across multiple companies simultaneously.
The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on bookkeeping, understands general accounting principles, and can independently manage detailed financial responsibilities in a fast-paced business environment.
Key
Manage recurring bookkeeping activities across multiple business entities
Review incoming vendor invoices and assign expenses to appropriate accounts and cost classifications
Maintain organized payment records and coordinate timely vendor disbursements
Process accounts payable transactions and ensure accurate supporting documentation
Maintain detailed accounting records and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately
Monitor expenses and ensure proper allocation across departments, business units, and legal entities
Reconcile financial activity against general ledger balances and investigate discrepancies
Assist with reviewing spending against established budgets and identifying material variances
Complete recurring bank account and company credit card reconciliations
Monitor financial activity between related business entities and maintain supporting inter-company records
Record incoming payments and ensure cash receipts are accurately reflected in the appropriate accounts
Track outstanding customer balances and other accounts receivable activity
Prepare accounting entries and adjustments necessary to maintain accurate financial records
Assist the Controller with month-end close activities and supporting account schedules
Organize financial information needed for internal reporting and financial statement preparation
Gather accounting records and supporting documentation requested by external accountants and tax professionals
Maintain accurate and accessible records of invoices, payments, reconciliations, and other financial transactions
Identify opportunities to improve bookkeeping procedures and strengthen the organization of financial records
Coordinate with internal team members to resolve accounting questions involving expenses, payments, and transaction activity
Support additional bookkeeping and accounting assignments as business needs evolve
Previous accounting experience within a privately held, multi-entity, or closely managed business environment preferred
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, expense allocations, and financial recordkeeping
Experience processing accounts payable, managing vendor records, and maintaining accurate payment documentation
Strong understanding of bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and general accounting procedures
Details
| Company | Connect Search, LLC |
| Location | Northbrook, Illinois |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Full-time |
| Salary | $70,000 – $80,000 / yr |