Finance Assistant

Orland Park Public Library is a vibrant community hub dedicated to providing access to information, education, and entertainment. We are seeking a detail‑oriented, organized, and forward‑thinking Finance Assistant who is responsible for a variety of finance and accounting tasks under the direction of the Finance Manager.

• Completes accounts payable processing of bills and payments
• Processes full‑cycle payroll on a semi‑monthly basis via Paycor
• Assists in month‑end close process
• Verifies accounting of monies received on a weekly basis
• Reconciles petty cash, credit card statements, and Amazon account
• Creates e‑commerce and cash receipt journal entries on Quick Books

• Ability to work well with all levels of management, staff, and Board of Trustees
• Work independently as well as collaboratively with patrons and staff
• Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with public and staff
• Strong data entry skills and strict attention to detail are required

• Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting preferred
• Minimum 3 years of accounting and payroll software experience
• Full range of medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Vacation, sick, and personal time, as well as paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subject to a background check

Position: 37.5 hours per week. Starting salary: $30.00 per hour.

The Orland Park Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.