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Robert Half
Bookkeeper
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What they do
A Bookkeeper keeps records of accounts and manages day to day financial recordkeeping. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. May be supervised by an accountant. Provides information for financial statements and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$45,103 / year median in Illinois
-12% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a client in Chicago, Illinois. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity suited for someone who can step into a part-time role and maintain accurate records while ensuring billing, reconciliations, and payment activities run smoothly. The ideal candidate brings hands-on bookkeeping experience and is comfortable managing both payables and receivables in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and keep accounts payable records current and accurate.
- Manage customer invoicing, monitor incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding receivables as needed.
- Reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis to verify transactions and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Maintain financial data within Yardi and ensure supporting records are entered correctly and on time.
- Record deposits, post cash activity, and track account balances to support accurate reporting.
- Handle credit card transactions and expense coding to keep ledger activity organized and audit-ready.
- Prepare and distribute mailed checks while maintaining proper documentation for each payment.
- Support routine bookkeeping tasks during a contract leave coverage period and help preserve continuity in financial operations.