Bookkeeper Jobs in Naperville, 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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Block Advisors Bookkeeper

  • H&R Block, Inc.
  • Crest Hill, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Crest Hill, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Our Company An Acquisition Bookkeeper is responsible for recording and reporting financial information related to an H&R Block client's business activity....

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Accounting Bookkeeper

  • Township High School District 211
  • Palatine, IL (24 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Palatine, IL (24 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Support Staff Date Posted: 5/18/2026 Location: District 211 Administration Center Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: 05/25/2026   Additional Information: Show/Hide Description: Accounting Bookkeeper...

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Bookkeeper (Construction Accounting)

  • Solomon Page Group
  • Broadview, IL (16 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Broadview, IL (16 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 26 days ago

We are partnering with a well-established construction company to find a detail-oriented Bookkeeper (Construction Accounting) to join their team....

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Bookkeeper

  • Komar, Inc
  • Des Plaines, IL (23 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (23 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

at Komar, Inc in Des Plaines, Illinois, United States Job Description Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information; Check figures, postings, and...

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Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Accurate
  • Warrenville, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Warrenville, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

HIRING IMMEDIATELY: FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER IN WARRENVILLE, IL Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team in Warrenville, Illinois....

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Bookkeeper / Customer Service

  • TruBlue Home Service Ally
  • Hillside, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hillside, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Wec are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Bookkeeper / Customer Service Representative to join our team....

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Branch Coordinator - Floorcovering Bookkeeper

  • Sherwin Williams
  • Bensenville, IL (16 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (16 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

This position works closely with wholesale customers to determine their floorcovering needs, answer their questions about Sherwin-Williams products, and recommend the right solutions. Branch...

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Bookkeeper and Administrative Assistant

  • PuroClean
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Description & Responsibilities: A growing disaster restoration and cleaning company is look to hire a bookkeeper and administrative assistant to assist the Business Manager....

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Demographic Data for Naperville, IL

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Naperville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Naperville, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.8%
Master's Degree
16.4%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bookkeepers in Naperville, 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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