Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to join a growing small business in Aurora, Illinois. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys owning daily accounting activity, keeping financial data accurate, and working closely with both company leadership and external accounting partners. The role offers a hands-on environment where organization, follow-through, and sound bookkeeping practices are essential to ongoing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day payables and receivables activities, ensuring transactions are entered accurately and processed on schedule.

• Record invoices, incoming customer payments, vendor disbursements, and credit card activity while maintaining complete supporting documentation.

• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and general ledger balances each month to identify and resolve variances promptly.

• Maintain reliable financial records within AccountingCS and Salesforce so reporting and account activity remain current.

• Track interest-related activity and assist with related calculations to support accurate financial records.

• Prepare requested reports, schedules, and other backup materials for internal review and external accounting needs.

• Serve as a point of contact for the outside accounting firm by supplying documentation and responding to routine financial inquiries.

• Contribute to month-end close tasks, including account review, journal-related support, and follow-up on discrepancies.

• Monitor overdue customer balances and communicate as needed to support timely collection of outstanding receivables.

• Provide additional bookkeeping and administrative support that aligns with the needs of a small business environment.

The salary range for this position is $24 to $26. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

• At least 3 years of bookkeeping or general accounting experience in a hands-on business setting.
• Practical experience with AccountingCS is required.
• Familiarity with Salesforce is preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and journal entry support.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with outside accounting firms or financial consultants.
• Experience handling interest calculations or related transaction tracking is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong accuracy, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.