Bookkeeper
Robert Half
Kewanee, IL (In Person)
$65,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Perform monthly reconciliations of core general ledger accounts, including: Cash and bank accounts (operating, money market, credit cards, and line of credit) Accounts receivable and related clearing/allowance accounts Inventory accounts (raw materials, work in progress, finished goods, parts, and reserves) Accounts payable, received-not-invoiced, and vendor clearing accounts Prepaid expenses and insurance Investigate and resolve reconciling items promptly; prepare and post basic adjusting entries, as needed Support the month-end close by completing reconciliations and providing organized, accurate workpapers for review Collaborate with Operations and Inventory Control on inventory record-keeping and cycle count support Assist with payroll processing, sales tax filings, and routine financial reporting, as assigned Handle ad-hoc tasks and special projects at the direction of theController Additional Expectations:
Match general ledger balances to supporting documents (bank statements, sub-ledgers, inventory records) and clear discrepancies Maintain organized and detailed workpapers Ability to run general ledger detail reports and post month-end journal entries such as accruals Review transaction-level detail to support reconciliation and issue resolution Demonstrate an understanding of profit and loss statements and related analytics Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables Complete a monthly reconciliation checklist and tie subledgers and supporting items back to the general ledger Willingness to take on greater responsibility with profit and loss statements over time Minimum of 5-7 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience. Proficiency in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and formulas. Familiarity with Sage or similar accounting software. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively. Understanding of profit and loss statements and related financial analytics. Manufacturing or inventory experience is a plus but not required. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .Similar remote jobs
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