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Bookkeeper

Robert Half
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Bookkeeping Job Description

Position Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Bookkeeper to join our client’s team on a [temporary/temporary-to-hire] basis. The ideal candidate will be responsible for recording financial transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and update financial records, including ledger entries, receipts, and invoices (Source: RH Acronym Guide).
  • Accurately record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process.
  • Reconcile accounts, including bank and credit card statements, to ensure accuracy.
  • Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely payments and collections.
  • Prepare financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and other accounting summaries.
  • Assist in payroll processing, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Support month-end and year-end financial closing processes.
  • Maintain compliance with company, local, state, and federal financial regulations.


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