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39144 | Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant

Accounting/Finance

Job Description

Job Title:

Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant

Location:

Highland Park, IL - 100% Onsite

Salary:

$60,000-$80,000 annually, based on experience

Employment Type:

Direct Hire

Role Overview:

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for a Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant to join a growing, high-end residential and multifamily real estate development firm located on Chicago's North Shore. This is an exciting opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, hands-on environment and wants the opportunity to work closely with company leadership and experienced industry professionals.

The Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant will support accounting operations across multiple real estate development projects and entities, with responsibilities spanning accounts payable, job cost accounting, reconciliations, accounts receivable, and general accounting. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift from day to day.

Responsibilities:

Process and accurately code approximately 100 vendor invoices per week by job and cost category

Maintain subcontractor compliance documentation, including COIs, W-9s, and lien waivers

Prepare and track vendor payments and assist with construction draw backup documentation

Maintain accurate job cost records and reconcile job cost reports to the general ledger

Assist with budget tracking, variance analysis, and project financial reporting

Perform approximately 20 monthly bank and credit card reconciliations across multiple entities

Track intercompany transactions and ensure transactions are properly recorded

Process deposits and monitor accounts receivable activity

Support buyer payments, capital contributions, and HOA collections

Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close activities

Support the Controller with lender reporting and financial package preparation

Assist with additional accounting projects and duties as needed

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including experience working with existing

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formulas and PivotTables

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Comfortable working collaboratively while also taking ownership of assigned responsibilities

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Real estate, construction, or job cost accounting experience is preferred but not required

Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.