Bookkeeper / accountant
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
- Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements
- Prepare supporting schedules and account analyses for auditors
- Oversee invoice processing, vendor payments, and vendor account reconciliations
- Monitor A/R aging, prepare customer statements, and coordinate collections
- Collaborate with HR/payroll provider to review and approve bi-weekly payroll
- Allocate labor costs accurately by store and department
- Produce monthly P&L reports, variance analyses, and cash-flow forecasts
- Identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and provide recommendations to leadership
- Assist in annual budget preparation and periodic reforecasts
- Track actual performance against targets and explain variances
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, GAAP standards, and tax regulations
- Prepare state and local sales tax and other filings, as needed
- Evaluate current accounting processes; recommend and implement efficiencies (e.g.,
- Manage and improve QBO workflows and processes
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 2+ years of accounting experience—preferably in QSR, hospitality, or multi-unit
- 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
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