Bookkeeper

Senior Helpers is a leading provider of in-home senior care dedicated to improving the quality of life for seniors and their families. We are a growing healthcare organization seeking an experienced, detail-oriented accounting professional to join our team.

on-site position based in our Bolingbrook office. The position will begin on a part-time basis (approximately three days per week) with the expectation of growing into a full-time Accounting Manager role as the company continues to expand.

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant with advanced Quick Books Online experience to oversee the day-to-day financial recordkeeping for our company.

Initially, the position will focus on learning our accounting structure and maintaining our Quick Books Online accounts. Once the successful candidate has demonstrated a strong understanding of our financial processes, additional responsibilities will include client billing and payroll processing through Well Sky. Payroll is processed through our Professional Employer Organization (PEO), so this role focuses on payroll preparation, accuracy, reconciliation, and coordination rather than payroll tax filing or HR administration.

We are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career with our organization and become a trusted member of our leadership team.

• Manage all bookkeeping activities using Quick Books Online
• Record and categorize daily financial transactions
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports
• Process journal entries and account adjustments
• Monitor cash flow and assist with budgeting
• Organize financial records for tax preparation and audits
• Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues
• Maintain organized financial records
• Work closely with ownership regarding financial reporting and business operations
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all financial and employee information

Once familiar with our accounting procedures and Quick Books Online accounts, this position will also assume responsibility for:

• Processing client billing through Well Sky
• Processing payroll through our PEO payroll system
• Reviewing payroll for accuracy prior to submission
• Coordinating payroll information between Well Sky and our PEO
• Reconciling payroll reports with company financial records
• Assisting with month-end payroll and billing reconciliations
• Working closely with management to ensure timely and accurate payroll and billing operations

As our organization continues to grow, this role is expected to evolve into our Accounting Manager position. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Oversight of all company bookkeeping and accounting functions
• Ownership of Quick Books Online and the month-end closing process
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable management
• Financial reporting and budget tracking
• Client billing oversight through Well Sky
• Payroll coordination through our PEO
• Workers' compensation payroll reporting and audit preparation
• Coordination with our CPA for year-end tax preparation and financial reporting
• Assisting ownership with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls

• Minimum of 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Advanced proficiency with Quick Books Online
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Experience with bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues independently
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced office
• Professional communication skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and dependability