Bookkeeper

Aston Carter - Lake Forest, IL

Full-time

Lake Forest, IL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dynamic Bookkeeper to manage and oversee daily accounting tasks. The successful candidate will be responsible for posting payables, applying cash, tracking and managing receivables, invoicing, handling payroll through Paychex, and paying bills. This role is crucial in assisting with financials and cash flow reporting, providing advice, and maintaining stability in a dynamic environment. The Bookkeeper will work closely with upper management, including the VP of Finance and the CFO, and will have regular engagement with the CEO and President. This position requires a high level of understanding of accounting processes and the ability to handle a high volume of invoices, with expectations of processing 300-500 outbound invoices and 100+ inbound invoices weekly. The role is fully on-site in Lake Forest, Illinois, and offers flexible hours from Monday to Friday, within a lively and sometimes noisy office environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily accounting tasks.
• Post payables and apply cash.
• Track and manage receivables.
• Handle invoicing and payroll through Paychex.
• Pay bills and assist with financials and cash flow reporting.
• Provide advice and maintain stability in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience (8+ years preferred).
• High level understanding of accounting processes.
• Experience in handling a high volume of invoices (300-500 weekly outbound, 100+ inbound).