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A degree in accounting is not required for this position. The ideal candidate will have strong practical experience managing bookkeeping functions, payroll preparation, payroll tax filings, and financial statement preparation.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities for clients.
Maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
Work extensively with QuickBooks Desktop and/or QuickBooks Online.
Prepare and process payroll accurately and on schedule.
Prepare and file payroll tax returns and related payroll tax documentation.
Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
Record and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Review financial data for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
Communicate with clients regarding bookkeeping, payroll, and financial information.
Assist with other accounting and bookkeeping duties as needed.
Required QualificationsMultiple years of professional bookkeeping experience.
Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Online.
Experience preparing and processing payroll.
Experience with payroll tax filings.
Experience preparing financial statements.
Strong understanding of general bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts or priorities.
Preferred QualificationsExperience working in a public accounting firm or CPA firm.
Experience handling bookkeeping for multiple clients.
Accounting, bookkeeping, or business-related education is a plus but not required.
Experience with tax-related accounting support is a plus.
Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a hands-on, experienced bookkeeper who can independently manage bookkeeping responsibilities and is comfortable working with QuickBooks, payroll, payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and financial statements. A formal accounting degree is not necessary if the candidate has strong practical experience and can demonstrate proficiency in these areas.
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W3Global
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
Experienced BookkeeperPosition:
Experienced BookkeeperLocation:
Springfield, IllinoisEmployment Type:
Full-TimeIndustry:
Accounting / Public AccountingPosition OverviewOur client is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team in Springfield, Illinois. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with several years of hands-on bookkeeping experience who is proficient with QuickBooks Desktop and/or QuickBooks Online.A degree in accounting is not required for this position. The ideal candidate will have strong practical experience managing bookkeeping functions, payroll preparation, payroll tax filings, and financial statement preparation.
Key ResponsibilitiesManage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities for clients.
Maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
Work extensively with QuickBooks Desktop and/or QuickBooks Online.
Prepare and process payroll accurately and on schedule.
Prepare and file payroll tax returns and related payroll tax documentation.
Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
Record and maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Review financial data for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
Communicate with clients regarding bookkeeping, payroll, and financial information.
Assist with other accounting and bookkeeping duties as needed.
Required QualificationsMultiple years of professional bookkeeping experience.
Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Online.
Experience preparing and processing payroll.
Experience with payroll tax filings.
Experience preparing financial statements.
Strong understanding of general bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts or priorities.
Preferred QualificationsExperience working in a public accounting firm or CPA firm.
Experience handling bookkeeping for multiple clients.
Accounting, bookkeeping, or business-related education is a plus but not required.
Experience with tax-related accounting support is a plus.
Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a hands-on, experienced bookkeeper who can independently manage bookkeeping responsibilities and is comfortable working with QuickBooks, payroll, payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and financial statements. A formal accounting degree is not necessary if the candidate has strong practical experience and can demonstrate proficiency in these areas.