Bookkeeper

Job Description Job Title: Bookkeeper Location: Bartlett, IL (100% Onsite) Pay Range: $65,000-$75,000 (Depending on Experience & Qualifications) Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) Role Overview: Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for a Bookkeeper with our client located in Bartlett, IL . Our client is a growing specialty retail company that has grown by approximately 80% over the past two years. This is a newly created position and an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper to take ownership of the day-to-day accounting function. The ideal candidate will have strong QuickBooks Online experience, 3+ years of full-charge bookkeeping experience, and the ability to work independently in a high-volume environment. This role will handle AP, AR, reconciliations, payroll reconciliation, inventory-related accounting, and foreign currency transactions. The company is seeking someone who can learn existing processes and eventually identify opportunities for improvement. Bookkeeper Responsibilities: Record daily financial transactions, including bills, invoices, receipts, and expenses Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Complete monthly bank and credit card reconciliations Reconcile automated credit card payments received through the bank Reconcile prepaid expenses and record related invoices Track vendor back orders through inventory, purchase orders, sales orders, and accounting records Process and record foreign currency transactions, including payments received in Euros Handle exchange rate fluctuations and understand their impact on payables Approve employee timecards Reconcile payroll after processing Assist with month-end close and financial reporting Maintain accurate general ledger records Identify opportunities for process improvement after learning existing procedures Qualifications 3+ years of full-charge bookkeeping experience Strong QuickBooks Online experience Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, or equivalent experience preferred Experience in a high-volume transaction environment Strong understanding of AP, AR, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting Experience with foreign currency transactions strongly preferred Strong organizational and planning skills Excellent attention to detail Strong technical accounting and problem-solving skills Self-motivated and comfortable working independently Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Company Description Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brilliant Financial Staffing - IL