BOOKKEEPER
Accounting & Finance
Champaign, IL, USA
Summary
- Spherion
- $45,000 - $50,000 per year
- Temp to Perm
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Industryaccounting & auditing (Business and Financial Operations Occupations)
- Reference numberS_179767
Recording Financial Transactions
Maintaining General Ledger
Preparing Financial Statements
Payroll Processing
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Bank Reconciliation
Budget Monitoring
Compliance and Audits
Expense Management ...
Recording Financial Transactions
Maintaining General Ledger
Preparing Financial Statements
Payroll Processing
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Bank Reconciliation
Budget Monitoring
Compliance and Audits
Expense Management
Tax Preparation
Responsibilities:
Accurately record all income, expenses, and financial activities using accounting software.
Ensure the accuracy of the general ledger by reconciling accounts and correcting discrepancies.
Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Manage payroll operations, including calculating wages, withholding taxes, and issuing payments.
Track invoices, payments, and overdue accounts while maintaining strong vendor and client relationships.
Reconcile bank statements with internal records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
assist in tracking budgets, identifying variances, and recommending adjustments.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and assist with internal or external audits.
Monitor expenses and recommend cost-saving measures. ...
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key responsibilities
Accurately record all income, expenses, and financial activities using accounting software.Ensure the accuracy of the general ledger by reconciling accounts and correcting discrepancies.Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.Manage payroll operations, including calculating wages, withholding taxes, and issuing payments.Track invoices, payments, and overdue accounts while maintaining strong vendor and client relationships.Reconcile bank statements with internal records to identify and resolve discrepancies.assist in tracking budgets, identifying variances, and recommending adjustments.Ensure compliance with financial regulations and assist with internal or external audits.Monitor expenses and recommend cost-saving measures.Collaborate with accountants to prepare and file tax returns accurately and on time.
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experience
4-7 years
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skills
Nice-to-have:Certification as a bookkeeper or accounting technician (e.g., CPB or AAT).Experience working in [industry-specific context, e.g., retail, healthcare, or nonprofit organizations].Familiarity with cloud-based accounting solutions or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.Multitasking skills for managing multiple accounts and projects simultaneously.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including creating pivot tables and using formulas.
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qualifications
Must-have:High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting or finance preferred.Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or FreshBooks.Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices.Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.Strong communication and interpersonal skills for vendor and client interactions.
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education
Associate