Onsite Bookkeeper — Growth, Training & Benefits (Chicago)

THE EMPLOYEE CONNECT; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Professional development

Benefits for qualifying positions

Job summary

The Employee Connect is assisting a Chicago-based automotive service and collision repair company in finding a detail-oriented Bookkeeper. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping, ensuring invoices, payments, and records are accurate and current, while collaborating with management and office staff.

The ideal candidate should be reliable, able to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly. Previous automotive or service-industry experience is a plus, and this is a permanent,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping or a similar accounting support role.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.
• Computer proficiency, including spreadsheets and email.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Dependability and a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger entries.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and send customer invoices and track outstanding balances.
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts on a regular schedule.
• Record daily deposits and payments accurately.
• Match vendor invoices to purchases and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare routine financial reports for management.
• Support month-end close and assist with year-end documentation.
• Organize and retain financial paperwork in an orderly system.
• Flag errors, delays, or unusual transactions to management promptly.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Dependability

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

The Employee Connect is assisting a Chicago-based automotive service and collision repair company in finding a detail-oriented Bookkeeper. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping, ensuring invoices, payments, and records are accurate and current, while collaborating with management and office staff.

The ideal candidate should be reliable, able to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly. Previous automotive or service-industry experience is a plus, and this is a permanent,