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Connect Search, LLC

Accounting Assistant

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Harwood Heights, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 17 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

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An Accounting Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.

$42,811 / year median in Illinois

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Accounting Assistant at Connect Search, LLC Accounting Assistant at Connect Search, LLC in Harwood Heights, Illinois Posted in 3 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

About the Company Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accounting Assistant will be involved in maintaining financial records for multiple entities, trusts and individuals. S/he will utilize accounting and reporting programs to process business transactions and assist in reporting both internally and externally. Responsibilities Record all transactional activity in the financial records for multiple entities, trusts and individuals, including cash receipts and payments/disbursements of cash and securities. Manage the accounts payable processing for all entities, trust and individuals. Review payments for proper approval and documentation prior to processing, ensure remittance information is correct, track and follow up on outstanding invoices and balances due. Maintain proper accounting records and support for cash accounts, fixed assets, accruals, etc. Assist in the proper recording of investment activity and valuations. Prepare standard financial reports quarterly and assist in overall financial analysis. Assist in compilation and filing of 1099s and other tax reporting as necessary. Ensure the receipt and proper naming and filing of all relevant documentation, including statements, receipts, valuations, and tax documents. Prepare periodic investment and financial reporting and review for reasonableness. Maintain records of intercompany balances and ensure amounts are settled periodically. Participate in relevant projects on an ad hoc/as needed basis. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance OR Significant (5+) years of bookkeeping, accounting and accounts payable experience. Required Skills Competency in Microsoft Office, advanced Microsoft Excel skills a plus. Experience with accounting software including Sage Intacct a plus. Preferred Skills Detail oriented and organized. Ability to multi-task as well as shift focus quickly. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with people of all levels across multiple departments. Team player, no ego. Willing to help on whatever tasks are crucial.