Bookkeeper & Office Manager: Growth, Payroll & People Champion

Wylander; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Matching 401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Wylander, a recruiting company for the disaster restoration industry, is seeking a Bookkeeper/Office Manager for a full-service restoration company in Buffalo Grove, IL. The role handles day-to-day accounting, payroll processing, HR duties, and administrative functions to support office operations.

Compensation and benefits include a salary of $55,000 plus DOE, health benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability), matching 401K, and paid time off and holidays.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience in a combined Bookkeeper and Office Manager role.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a service-oriented, hospitality-first mindset.
• Highly observant and organized, with a natural talent for anticipating needs and taking initiative without being asked.
• Approachable, empathetic, and passionate about fostering a positive, inclusive, and joyful office culture.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet and software Systems such as MS Teams.
• Organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
• Knowledge of DASH software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Mail invoices and statements to customers, making collection calls as needed
• Prepare and post WIP monthly
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial statements
• Prepare journal entries
• Ensure an accurate chart of accounts
• Generate reports using company software
• Process payroll, ensure accuracy of timesheets
• Manage HR paperwork for the organization
• Assist in interviewing and onboarding of new employees
• Complete deposits and all account reconciliations
• Perform exit interviews
• Conduct performance evaluation of all direct reports
• Attend all appropriate company meetings
• Additional duties required as needed

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Initiative

Hospitality mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Teams

DASH software

Job description

Wylander, a recruiting company for the disaster restoration industry, is seeking a Bookkeeper/Office Manager for a full-service restoration company in Buffalo Grove, IL. The role handles day-to-day accounting, payroll processing, HR duties, and administrative functions to support office operations.

Compensation and benefits include a salary of $55,000 plus DOE, health benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability), matching 401K, and paid time off and holidays.