Book Keeper

Jobs for Humanity; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a detail-oriented bookkeeper to record daily financial transactions, manage payables and receivables, and reconcile accounts. The role requires a solid grasp of basic accounting principles and strong Excel or Google Sheets skills.

You will maintain accurate records, assist with monthly and year-end reports, monitor cash flow, and ensure confidential handling of information in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain daily financial transactions.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Prepare invoices and track customer payments.
• Process and record bills and business expenses.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Assist with monthly and year-end financial reports.
• Monitor cash flow and account balances.
• Maintain organized bookkeeping files and records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain daily financial transactions.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Prepare invoices and track customer payments.
• Process and record bills and business expenses.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Assist with monthly and year-end financial reports.
• Monitor cash flow and account balances.
• Maintain organized bookkeeping files and records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Must be trustworthy and able to handle confidential information.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.