[ref. e53701320] Robert Half - Bookkeeper

apartmentRobert Half placeBedford Park calendar_month 
We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Bookkeeper in BEDFORD PARK, Illinois. This key role is responsible for managing the day-to-day administrative tasks, providing project management support, and handling all bookkeeping responsibilities for the company.
The role requires excellent multitasking skills, a people-oriented approach, and the ability to contribute to the overall success of the company. Highly proficient in QuickBooks and experience with a self-performing (Plumbing, Electrician, HVAC, etc.) contractor and not a General Contractor.

Certified Payroll

Salary Range $65,000-$70,000

Benefits - Medical BCBS for employee only, Dental, 401k & profit sharing

Responsibilities:

  • Manage daily office functions and handle all bookkeeping responsibilities
  • Process weekly payroll for employees using QuickBooks
  • Handle weekly payroll liabilities including child support, 401k contributions, and insurance
  • Set up new employees in payroll and maintain employee files
  • Issue weekly client invoicing, working with project managers to determine schedule of values, quantities, type of work, and percentage of completed work
  • Track Accounts Receivables and pursue overdue invoices
  • Handle payout and lien waiver requests to subcontractors and suppliers
  • Manage accounts payable, deciding on what is to be paid and generating the checks
  • Verify accounts by reconciling bank statements and transactions
  • Track employee PTO requests
  • Prepare payroll reports for annual insurance and union audits
  • Work with outside accounting firm to provide year-end data and information
  • Coordinate year-end activities such as downloading W2’s and W3’s from QuickBooks website.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a bookkeeping role
  • Proven experience with account reconciliation, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR)
  • Experience with bank reconciliations and bookkeeping
  • Proficiency in data entry tasks
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with month-end close procedures
  • Knowledge of payroll processes and systems
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks software
  • Experience as a full charge bookkeeper would be advantageous
  • Background in construction industry bookkeeping is desirable
  • Certified payroll experience is a plus
  • Proficiency in using QuickBooks Online is beneficial.
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