Bookkeeper

Job Description

About US

Consencia, LLC is a public accounting firm with its offices located in Buffalo Grove, IL. We serve the business community and provide tax, accounting, and consulting services. We also serve estates & trusts, individuals, and nonprofit organizations.

Our work environment includes:

Work that is satisfying & rewarding.

On-the-job training

Lively atmosphere

Flexible working hours

Safe work environment

Surroundings that give you the freedom & opportunity to succeed.

Casual work attire

Relaxed atmosphere

Growth opportunities

Job Summary

Our growing CPA firm has an opening for a Bookkeeper. You will assist clients with bookkeeping projects and perform firm administrative tasks. We are looking for a team member who can demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational and client service skills, problem solving skills and the ability to work in a semi-autonomous manner. Familiarity with different accounting software packages will be a benefit to the candidate, and QuickBooks experience is preferred.

Your specific responsibilities and duties include:

Review accounting files and create adjusting entries to prepare reports for tax return preparation.

Day-to-day general ledger management, journal entries, account reconciliations on client QuickBooks files

Assist with management of firm databases, project tracking and client communications

Build and maintain client relationships and manage all aspects of the client engagement process

Preparation of monthly and quarterly sales tax returns

Assist clients with QuickBooks entries and accounting related matters

Must have a strong ability to meet deadlines and be willing to work longer hours during tax season

This is a full-time position.

Our office is located near the intersection of Route 22 and Milwaukee Ave in Buffalo Grove (near Lincolnshire).

Qualifications and Skills

1 to 3 years of bookkeeping experience

The ability to work independently and self organize/prioritize projects

Experience working with QuickBooks (Desktop and Online)

Experience with Microsoft Office software

General bookkeeping and accounting knowledge

Ability to adapt and learn new software solutions

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proactive approach to knowledge of software, processes, and workflows