Bookkeeper / accountant

The Judge Group
Chicago, IL

Location: Chicago, IL

Salary: $55,000.00 USD Annually - $70,000.00 USD Annually

Description

Position Overview

As our Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing

month-end close processes, and partnering with leadership to provide actionable insights. This position has the opportunity to work hybrid between our Chicago offices in Logan Square or Lincoln Square and also working from home.

Key Responsibilities

General Ledger Management:

  • Maintain and reconcile all general ledger accounts on a monthly basis
  • Post journal entries, accruals, and prepayments


Month-End & Year-End Close

  • Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements
  • Prepare supporting schedules and account analyses for auditors


Accounts Payable & Receivable

  • Oversee invoice processing, vendor payments, and vendor account reconciliations
  • Monitor A/R aging, prepare customer statements, and coordinate collections


Payroll Coordination

  • Collaborate with HR/payroll provider to review and approve bi-weekly payroll


transactions

  • Allocate labor costs accurately by store and department


Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Produce monthly P&L reports, variance analyses, and cash-flow forecasts
  • Identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and provide recommendations to leadership


Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Assist in annual budget preparation and periodic reforecasts
  • Track actual performance against targets and explain variances


Compliance & Controls

  • Ensure adherence to internal controls, GAAP standards, and tax regulations
  • Prepare state and local sales tax and other filings, as needed


System & Process Improvements

  • Evaluate current accounting processes; recommend and implement efficiencies (e.g.,


automation, software integrations)

  • Manage and improve QBO workflows and processes


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 2+ years of accounting experience—preferably in QSR, hospitality, or multi-unit


franchise operations

  • Proficient with QuickBooks Online; advanced Excel skills required
  • Strong grasp of GAAP accounting, month-end close, and financial statement preparation
  • Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
  • Self-starter who thrives in a remote and in-person team environment and communicates


proactively

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Posted 2025-11-09

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