Bookkeeper Jobs in Illinois

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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Role Overview: Outsourced Accountant/Bookkeeper Our Client is seeking an experienced Outsourced Accountant/Bookkeeper to join their team....

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Bookkeeper - IL - On Site

  • Madison, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, IL
  • 30+ days ago

This position requires a highly organized individual who can effectively manage all aspects of running all operations in an office. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills,...

Bookkeeper

  • Cornell, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cornell, IL
  • 23 hours ago

Duties Job Summary: Cornell Grade School District #426 is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Part-Time Bookkeeper to manage financial records and transactions for our school....

Bookkeeper/Office Manager

  • Cornell, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cornell, IL
  • 23 hours ago

Duties Job Summary: Cornell Grade School District #426 is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Full-Time Bookkeeper/Office Manager to manage financial records and transactions for our school....

Bookkeeper - Law Firm

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

They are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their team. With a dynamic and supportive workplace, our client values teamwork, precision, and dedication....

Bookkeeper

  • Fairmont City, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairmont City, IL
  • 4 days ago

Reconciliation and Reporting: Perform daily balancing controls, prepare journal entries, reconcile interoffice transactions, and conduct month-end bushel balancing....

Temporary Financial Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Department: Temp Center Salary/Grade: TMP/01 Position: Temporary Financial Assistant Hours: This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week 8:30a-5:00p 1day WFH) Pay: $21.00 per hour Campus:...

Bookkeeper

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: The Bookkeeper duties include: Data entry into bookkeeping system Ensure all checks are endorsed and deposited Balance and reconcile ledgers Develop detailed income, expenses and other...

Bookkeeping Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

Bookkeeping Assistant | The Illinois Hammer Injury Law Firm Salary: $20-$22/hour Schedule: Full-Time; 30 hours a week (6 hours a day) Location: Chicago Office Position Overview: At The Illinois...

Bookkeeper/Admin Assistant

  • Wheeling, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 12 days ago

A Wheeling, IL consulting firm is looking to add an Bookkeeper/Admin Assistant to their team! This is an evaluation-to-hire role....

Bookkeeper

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

They are looking for a highly skilled Bookkeeper to join them on an open-ended temporary basis. This Bookkeeper would be reporting directly to the Finance Manager....

Accounting Bookkeeper

  • Peoria Heights, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Peoria Heights, IL
  • 14 days ago

at Express Employment Professionals in Peoria Heights, Illinois, United States Job Description Express Employment Professionals is seeking to hire an Accounting Associate to become an integral...

Property Management Bookkeeper

  • Champaign, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 19 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented Property Management Bookkeeper to join an upbeat team....

Secretary/Food Service Bookkeeper

  • Olympia Fields, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL
  • 21 days ago

Secretary/Food Service Bookkeeper Employer Rich Township High School District 227 Location Olympia Fields, IL, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Rich Township High School District 227 Location...

Bookkeeper

  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 23 days ago

at Jovic Inc in Carol Stream, Illinois, United States Job Description Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Maintain all accounts, payroll, accounts...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.3%
Master's Degree
15.9%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
High School or GED
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.7%
Some College
1.9%
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 Illinois
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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