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Bookkeeper

Robert Half
Libertyville, IL Posted Aug 25, 2026
On-siteUSD 90,000 - 100,000 / year

About this role

What You'll Do

  • The primary purpose of this role is to effectively, efficiently, and ethically manage financial records, support tax preparation, and engage with clients as needed.

  • Bookkeeping & General Ledger: Maintain accurate and timely financial records by recording all transactions with proper categorization. Ensure daily reconciliation of entries and uphold a clean, organized, and up-to-date general ledger.

  • Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage accounts payable, process invoices, and ensure timely payments. Handle accounts receivable, including invoicing clients and monitoring collections.

  • Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for management review.

  • Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations: Perform daily reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly.

  • Tax Preparation Support: Assist with the preparation and filing of various tax returns (e.g., federal, state, local) by gathering necessary financial documents and ensuring all required information is complete and accurate.

  • Payroll Processing: Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for clients, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits, and maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.

  • What You'll Need to Succeed

  • Financial Software Proficiency: Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar platforms.

  • Tax Regulations: A solid understanding of current federal and state tax laws and regulations related to bookkeeping and tax preparation.

  • Work Style: Meticulous attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in all financial record-keeping.

  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.

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