bookkeeper

Talentify; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter in Lansing, IL is seeking a Bookkeeper to provide invoicing, billing, and day-to-day accounting support. You will help ensure accurate and timely invoices for customers while maintaining essential records.

This onsite role emphasizes attention to detail, proficiency with Excel and accounting software, and a dependable, team-oriented approach in a family business environment.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping, invoicing, or accounting experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage customer invoices.
• Review billing for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Track payments and assist with collections follow up.
• Maintain accounting records and perform data entry.
• Assist with account reconciliations.
• Support ownership and office staff with administrative and accounting tasks.

Skills

Invoicing

Billing

Excel

Accounting software

Detail oriented

Team player

Tools

Excel (Microsoft)

Job description

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Job Description

The Bookkeeper will be responsible for invoicing, billing, and providing day-to-day accounting support. This position plays a key role in maintaining smooth operations and ensuring customers receive accurate and timely invoices.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage customer invoices.
• Review billing for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Track payments and assist with collections follow up.
• Maintain accounting records and perform data entry.
• Assist with account reconciliations.
• Support ownership and office staff with administrative and accounting tasks.

Essential Skills

• Previous bookkeeping, invoicing, or accounting experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a family business setting is beneficial.
• Dependability and team-oriented nature.
• Personable demeanor with a focus on building relationships.

Work Environment

Typically, the office opens early in the morning, and family members manage the day-to-day operations. The company values a family-focused atmosphere where everyone knows each other. The dress code is casual, reflecting the relaxed and supportive environment. The role requires physical presence in the office.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lansing,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.