Bookkeeper Jobs in Mount Prospect, IL

A Bookkeeper in the accounting industry plays an essential role in maintaining, verifying, and recording financial transactions for a company. They handle day-to-day accounting tasks such as data entry, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, and preparing financial reports. Productivity, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of basic accounting principles are crucial skills for this role. Having proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Excel, and other data management programs is also beneficial. Additionally, a Bookkeeper should have strong analytical skills to interpret and present financial data accurately.

While there's no required certification to become a Bookkeeper, earning a certified bookkeeper designation from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers can significantly increase job prospects. It's common for people to occupy roles such as Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, or Administrative Assistant before becoming a Bookkeeper. These positions provide the necessary hands-on experience with financial record keeping and reporting, which is crucial in successfully performing the duties of a Bookkeeper.

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Customer service/bookkeeper Part-time-Local

  • Arlington Heights, IL (4 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (4 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Micosa International Foods is 40-year-old Food Broker company looking for a part time-customer service/bookkeeper....

Vice President/ Senior Vice President, Equipment Finance Officer - MM

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Location:** 227 West Monroe Street - Chicago, Illinois 60606 **Job Summary** Key Equipment Finance, a division of Key Bank National Association, provides tailored equipment lease and finance...

Bookkeeper

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (5 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (5 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Bookkeeper Weekly pay + Benefits + PTO Must Have Qualifications: 2+ years of accounting experience (AP/AR) QuickBooks experience Strong understanding of chart of accounts Job Description The bookkeeper...

Bookkeeper

  • Woodridge, IL (23 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (23 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 24 days ago

at Woodridge Public Library in Woodridge, Illinois, United States Job Description To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account

Bookkeeper

  • Skokie, IL (10 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Skokie, IL (10 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

been engaged in the search for a Bookkeeper....

Financial Assistant

  • Evanston, IL (11 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Evanston, IL (11 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Department: WCAS Chemistry Salary/Grade: NEX/11 Job Summary: This Financial Assistant position in the Chemistry Department is a full-time position (40 hours) reporting to the Senior Financial...

Equipment Finance Officer III- Bank MM

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Location: 227 West Monroe Street - Chicago, Illinois 60606 Job Summary Key Equipment Finance, a division of Key Bank National Association, provides tailored equipment lease and finance solutions...

Financial Administrator

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Department BFI - Finance About the Department Inspired by our namesakes, Nobel Laureates Gary Becker and Milton Friedman, who believed that economic research could help improve the world, the...

Assistant Manager/Bookkeeper

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Assistant Manager/Bookkeeper in Fulton Market Neighborhood Chicago, IL....

Temporary - Financial Assistant

  • Evanston, IL (11 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Evanston, IL (11 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Department: Temp Center Salary/Grade: TMP/01 Position: Financial Assistant Hours: This is a part-time position (20+ hours per week/ M-F) Pay: $19.00 per hour Campus: Remote Approximate start date:...

Bookkeeper Part time work from home

  • Palatine, IL (6 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Palatine, IL (6 miles from Mount Prospect, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Replies within 24 hours Bookkeeper/Remote The Part-Time Bookkeeper is a remote/work-from-home position....

Remote Work

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Mount Prospect, IL

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Mount Prospect, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
13.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bookkeepers in Mount Prospect, IL
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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