We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in South Elgin, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and proficiency with QuickBooks Online to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness. • Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to ensure financial data integrity. • Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. • Perform bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial transactions. • Generate cash flow reports and provide forecasts to support financial planning. • Utilize QuickBooks Online to manage financial data and prepare reports. • Analyze financial performance and provide insights to support decision-making. • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accurate reporting. • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in all financial activities. • Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and efficiency.

• Proven experience in accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance. • Proficiency in using QuickBooks Online for financial management and reporting. • Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices. • Experience with cash flow analysis, reporting, and forecasting. • Ability to perform bank reconciliations with precision and accuracy. • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with colleagues.

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South Elgin, IL
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in South Elgin, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and proficiency with QuickBooks Online to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness. • Maintain and reconcile the general ledger to ensure financial data integrity. • Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards. • Perform bank reconciliations to verify the accuracy of financial transactions. • Generate cash flow reports and provide forecasts to support financial planning. • Utilize QuickBooks Online to manage financial data and prepare reports. • Analyze financial performance and provide insights to support decision-making. • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accurate reporting. • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations in all financial activities. • Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and efficiency.
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