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16 results for Bookkeeper in Rockford, IL

Full Charge Bookkeeper
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 30.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team in Arlington Heights, Illinois. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring accurate record-keeping for various accounting properties. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with strong attention to detail, accounting skills, and software expertise.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger entries.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Utilize Yardi Voyager software to handle property management accounting tasks effectively.<br>• Prepare detailed financial reports and ensure compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Collaborate with outside accounting teams to manage financial operations for multiple properties.<br>• Develop and implement mid-range formulas in Microsoft Excel to streamline financial analysis.<br>• Ensure timely processing of invoices and payments while maintaining detailed records.<br>• Provide support for month-end and year-end closing procedures.<br>• Monitor financial data to identify trends and recommend improvements.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive financial information.
  • 2026-01-08T20:28:59Z
Bookkeeper
  • Libertyville, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><p> The primary purpose of this role is to effectively, efficiently, and ethically manage financial records, support tax preparation, and engage with clients as needed.</p><ul><li><strong>Bookkeeping & General Ledger:</strong> 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.</li><li><strong>Accounts Payable & Receivable:</strong> Manage accounts payable, process invoices, and ensure timely payments. Handle accounts receivable, including invoicing clients and monitoring collections.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for management review.</li><li><strong>Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations:</strong> Perform daily reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are resolved promptly.</li><li><strong>Tax Preparation Support:</strong> 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.</li><li><strong>Payroll Processing:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for clients, including calculating wages, deductions, and benefits, and maintaining compliance with payroll regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p> </p>
  • 2026-01-09T19:34:34Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 48000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team near Hoffman Estates, Illinois. The ideal candidate will manage essential financial tasks, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of transactions. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the organization’s financial operations while developing your skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate and up-to-date.</p><p>• Process accounts payable by verifying and completing payments in a timely manner.</p><p>• Manage accounts receivable and oversee collections to maintain cash flow.</p><p>• Handle order entry and ensure data accuracy in all transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and issue invoices with precise attention to detail.</p><p>• Create and maintain spreadsheets to organize and analyze financial data.</p><p><br></p><p>This role will offer a starting salary of $50,000 to $55,000/year with benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance and paid time-off. </p>
  • 2025-12-26T21:04:24Z
Sr. Accountant
  • St. Charles, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for a Senior Accountant for a client in the western suburbs. The Senior Accountant will report to the Controller. The Senior Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss and other related financial activities for the company. </p><p><br></p><p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p><p>• Performs general accounting and other related duties for the organization.</p><p>• Prepares monthly financials, reports, and schedules.</p><p>• Reconciles balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Prepares monthly journal entries. </p><p>• Posts intercompany transactions, journal entries and balances intercompany accounts </p><p>• Reconciles bank accounts daily. </p><p>• Reviews A/R and performs collection duties.</p><p>• Provides support for outside auditors; gather necessary account information and backup documentation for quarterly and annual audit.</p><p>• Participates in quarterly inventory process with production.</p><p>• Follows US GAAP accounting practices and procedures.</p><p>• Cross trains with A/P to be a proficient backup. </p><p>• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-12T19:38:46Z
Tax Accountant
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Tax Accountant to join our team in the legal industry, located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The Tax Accountant will be responsible for the preparation of a variety of federal and state income tax returns, implementing tax-planning strategies, and conducting tax-related research. You will also handle tasks related to trust accounting, estate and gift tax returns, and various bookkeeping and billing activities.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you.  God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p><br></p><p>• Prepare a variety of federal and state income tax returns focusing on Forms 1041, 1065, and 990-PF.</p><p>• Implement tax-planning strategies to optimize client's tax position.</p><p>• Conduct tax-related research to keep up-to-date with the latest tax laws and regulations.</p><p>• Review and process payments for quarterly estimated taxes.</p><p>• Participate in the firm's trust accounting practice when necessary.</p><p>• Prepare estate and gift tax returns in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.</p><p>• Perform a broad range of bookkeeping and billing activities to ensure accurate financial records.</p><p>• Work with various accounting software systems for efficient and accurate tax preparation and bookkeeping.</p><p>• Handle increased workloads during busy tax filing seasons, ensuring all deadlines are met.</p><p>• Maintain professional knowledge and skills in areas of tax compliance and planning.</p>
  • 2026-01-05T22:24:33Z
Staff Accountant
  • Palatine, IL
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 35.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Palatine, Illinois. In this contract-to-hire position, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with strong accounting knowledge and intermediate Excel skills who are eager to contribute to a dynamic finance environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Record and maintain financial transactions, including general ledger entries and account reconciliations, with precision.</p><p>• Will handle month end support and bank reconciliations.</p><p>• Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial statements to ensure timely reporting.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes while adhering to company policies.</p><p>• Conduct financial analyses and generate reports to provide valuable insights for decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with the team to refine accounting workflows and enhance efficiency.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.</p><p>• Provide support during audits by preparing and submitting required documentation.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities to support financial planning efforts.</p>
  • 2026-01-02T16:33:40Z
Senior Accountant
  • Deerfield, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Step into a high-impact accounting role </strong>where your expertise drives business success, process improvement, and team leadership. If you thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments and want to play a key role in financial operations, this opportunity is for you. Our Robert Half Madison team has partnered in a search for a Sr. Accountant in Deerfield- hybrid flexibility available! For more detail, please apply with your most up to date resume and call 608-716-5643 for more info. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li> Drive core accounting operations with accurate, timely financial records</li><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliations</li><li>Manage payroll and accounts payable processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy</li><li>Lead monthly close; deliver detailed financial reports for management teams</li><li>Supervise and mentor AP & payroll staff, promoting process efficiency</li><li>Support job costing and profitability analysis for ongoing projects</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements</li><li>Identify and implement improvements to accounting systems and processes</li></ul>
  • 2026-01-09T19:43:52Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Williams Bay, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Lake Geneva, WI. This role will focus on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while driving improvements in accounting processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset to support financial decision-making and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review month-end financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Conduct thorough reconciliations of balance sheets during month-end processes.</p><p>• Post journal entries accurately and on time, including adjustments for accruals, prepaids, and other financial transactions.</p><p>• Partner with teams across the organization to identify reporting requirements and implement process improvements using technology.</p><p>• Analyze financial data to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management.</p><p>• Assist in the development of financial forecasts and annual budgets by evaluating past trends and current performance.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy through process optimization and technology adoption.</p>
  • 2026-01-05T16:23:54Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Beloit, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a skilled Sr. Accountant to join a growing team in Beloit. This opportunity offers the ability to leverage your expertise in accounting while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment. If you have a strong attention to detail and thrive in a fast-paced setting, please call 608-716-5643 and apply with your most up to date resume. This is a hybrid position in Beloit offering <strong>1 day a week remote</strong>!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform month-end reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance</li><li>Enter and manage leases for the assigned region with precision and attention to detail</li><li>Ensure timely updates and accuracy of recoveries for new leases and amendments</li><li>Produce accurate and timely property financial statements</li><li>Provide analytical support and necessary due diligence for acquisitions and dispositions in assigned regions</li><li>Prepare and maintain property cash flow statements for proper financial planning</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable reconciliation and entry as needed</li><li>Compile and review financial packages as part of monthly reporting processes</li><li>Contribute to year-end audit requests and ensure compliance with auditing standards</li></ul>
  • 2026-01-15T20:23:38Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Sr. Accountant role in Janesville, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is looking for a Sr. Accountant for a manufacturing company in Janesville, WI. This role involves overseeing critical accounting functions and providing insights to enhance operational performance. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and expertise in Microsoft Excel, especially in creating and managing pivot tables.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Month-end closing process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Preparing and posting journal entries.</p><p>• Perform detailed account reconciliations to verify financial information.</p><p>• Oversee bank reconciliations and monitor cash activity for accuracy.</p><p>• Develop and update cash flow forecasts to support financial planning.</p><p>• Conduct cash flow analysis to identify trends and opportunities.</p><p>• Handle intercompany transactions, ensuring proper documentation and reporting.</p><p>• Supervise accounts payable operations and provide guidance to team members.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to support financial decision-making and reporting.</p><p>• Identify and implement improvements to enhance accounting processes and efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-01-16T19:08:51Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Naperville, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 95000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries for routine daily, weekly, and monthly transactions.</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes, including balance sheet and income statement review and analysis. Ensure intercompany balances are properly reconciled.</li><li>Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and internal management reports.</li><li>Assist with annual audits by providing schedules, supporting documentation, and explanations for variances.</li><li>Support preparation of bank reporting, covenant calculations, and lender deliverables.</li><li>Perform ad hoc financial analysis, forecasting, and other analytical support as needed.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, consolidated reporting, and accounting related to acquisitions.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, transfers, and depreciation.</li><li>Ensure rental equipment and other fixed assets are recorded and depreciated in accordance with company policy.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies.</li><li>Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities.</li><li>Maintain well-organized, audit-ready financial records and documentation.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>401K</li></ul>
  • 2026-01-19T22:08:54Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 and it comes with benefits, including Medical/Dental, 401k & time off. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job description</u></strong></p><ul><li>Accounts payable set up purchase orders, enter invoices, obtain approvals from project managers, follow up on problem invoices/vendor credits. Collate invoice with checks. Maintain subcontractors certificates of insurance</li><li>Enter weekly payroll in Sage & ADP, distribute reports to project managers for approval. Track time off, apprentice union raises</li><li>Assist with tracking cash flow and change order collection</li><li>Log, track all orders, deliveries, invoices and payments</li><li>Process sale and use/lease tax</li><li>Prepare budget entry in the online system</li><li>Service dispatch, billing, and collections. Provide customers with certificates of insurance</li><li>Order office supplies and equipmentMedical/Dental, 401k & time off</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-09T22:24:12Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 54000.00 - 60000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Accounts Payable Clerk Opportunity in Madison! </strong>&#128640;</p><p><br></p><p>Our Robert Half Madison team is seeking a skilled accounting professional to join a dynamic and collaborative environment as an <strong>Accounts Payable Clerk</strong>! Join a company that values your expertise and work-life balance! If you have at least 3 years of experience, an Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Business, and a keen eye for detail, we’d love to hear from you! Experience with sales and use tax and 3-way match is <strong>required</strong>. Please apply with your most up to date resume and call 608-716-5643 for more detail.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process and review invoices, expense reports, and payments with accuracy and efficiency</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls and company processes for all accounts payable activities</li><li>Assist with both internal and external audits by providing timely and accurate documentation</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate records and support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to address payment-related inquiries</li><li>Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in the accounts payable function</li><li>Stay up to date with relevant accounting regulations and best practices</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-22T16:44:11Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Janesville, Wisconsin. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial transactions and ensuring the smooth operation of accounts payable processes. This opportunity offers the chance to work in the dynamic retail industry while utilizing your technical skills and attention to detail.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and verify invoices to ensure accurate and timely payments.<br>• Reconcile accounts to maintain financial accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Perform regular check runs and ensure proper documentation is maintained.<br>• Accurately code invoices in compliance with company policies.<br>• Input financial data into accounting systems with precision and efficiency.<br>• Monitor and address invoice discrepancies, collaborating with vendors as needed.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel and other software tools to analyze and organize financial information.<br>• Maintain records related to accounts payable and prepare reports as required.<br>• Support the team during system updates and implementations.<br>• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless financial operations.
  • 2026-01-09T21:23:44Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.<strong>                                   </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-09T19:27:47Z
Insurance Billing Specialist
  • Mundelein, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000.00 - 65000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><em>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage a high volume of bills per month and meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience with various e-billing vendors (e.g., CounselLink, Bottomline Legal eXchange, Tymetrix, Collaborati, Legal Solutions Suite, Legal Tracker, etc.) and LEDES file knowledge required to perform duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to preparing and submitting bills, budgets, and timekeeper rates according to client requirements.</li><li>Management of timekeepers and coordinate/process appeals as required.</li><li>Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split billing, preparation, submission and troubleshooting of electronic bills).</li><li>Monitor outstanding Work in Process (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) balances. Collaborate with billing attorneys to ensure WIP is billed on a timely basis and AR balances are collected withina reasonable period. Follow up with billing attorney and client on all aged AR balances.</li><li>Follow up on collections as directed by either Attorneys or Accounting leadership in support of meeting firm’s financial goals.</li><li>Review and edit prebills in response to attorney requests.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Research and analyze deductions and provide best course of action for balances.</li><li>Process write-offs following Firm policy.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, staff, and clients.</li><li>Assist with month-end close as needed.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Assume additional duties as needed or assigned</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2026-01-09T15:03:45Z