Bookkeeper

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Bookkeeper

Stickney, Illinois

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Full Time Temp to Hire

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$ 60,000 - $ 65,000 per year

Stickney, Illinois

Full Time Temp to Hire

$ 60,000 - $ 65,000 per year

October 28, 2025

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Job ID: F1435254CHI_1761688387

October 28, 2025

Job ID: F1435254CHI_1761688387

Job Summary

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We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to assist the CFO in maintaining the integrity of the company's financial processes, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and payroll administration. This role also supports various HR functions such as benefits administration, compliance reporting, and employee support. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.


Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Finance

  • Assist the CFO in maintaining accuracy across all financial processes, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and credit and collections.

  • Prepare timely and accurate financial and operational reports for various partner companies.

  • Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including 3-way matching, invoice reconciliation, payment processing, and posting cash receipts (checks, wires, ACH, credit cards).

  • Maintain and update customer and vendor accounts, files, and contact records.

  • Follow up on vendor credits, customer short-pays, and collection issues in coordination with Sales and Customer Service teams.

  • Analyze credit card clearing accounts and customer deposits to resolve discrepancies.

  • Reconcile bank statements, general ledger accounts, and subsidiary ledgers monthly.

  • Prepare and post general journal entries, accruals, and adjustments as needed.

  • Support monthly close processes and assist in generating financial statements.

  • Audit tariffs on container shipments and prepare supporting reports.

  • Manage office supply inventory and coordinate purchase orders as needed.

Payroll & Human Resources

  • Administer payroll processing accurately and timely.

  • Assist employees with benefit plan questions and other HR-related inquiries.

  • Coordinate HR processes with department VPs and managers, including temporary employee onboarding and documentation.

  • Administer employee benefit programs, conduct enrollments, process changes, and assist with insurance claims and policy questions.

  • Maintain compliance with state and federal employment laws and reporting requirements.

  • Manage and track workers' compensation claims, OSHA reporting, and workplace injury documentation.

  • Coordinate employee evaluations, attendance tracking, and performance review processes.

  • Ensure proper hiring documentation, background checks, and E-Verify completion.

  • Prepare and submit annual reports such as salary/benefits booklets, OSHA Form 300, and union wage summaries (as applicable).

Qualifications

  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

  • 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (manufacturing or multi-entity experience a plus).

  • Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage MAS 200, QuickBooks, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.

  • Strong understanding of GAAP, payroll processing, and HR compliance.

  • Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

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About Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

We look forward to working with you.

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