Accounting -Quick Books

Job Description

Citadel Information Management is a 36 year old, locally owned small business headquartered in the western suburbs of Chicago. Visit our web-site to learn more about us

Tasks include:

-Daily processing A/R, A/P, banking and other accounting transactions in Quick Books software

- Generates reports and handles projects with owners and management

-Works with other departments as appropriate

-Makes and takes phone calls to resolve accounting concerns

-Updates and maintains accounting logs and other records detailing financial business transactions

-Enters data into various internal software systems

-Compiles data and prepare a variety of reports.

-Reconciles records with internal company employees and management, or external vendors or customers.

-Recommends actions to resolve discrepancies.

-Investigates questionable data.

Accounting Responsibilities

-Proficient skills in Quick Books accounting software

-Committed to meeting daily/weekly/monthly deadlines

-Organized and methodical

-Reports to owners and management as appropriate

-Works well in an open office team environment

-Self-directed, performs well without supervisor to complete tasks and meet deadlines

-Produces accurate, efficient work in a timely manner, retains knowledge, takes good notes, proofs work

-Provides daily accounting tasks and duties, A/R, A/P

-A/R Collections regarding overdue accounts

-Types accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records

-Prepares bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements

-Reconciles accounts in a timely manner

-Research’s, tracks and reports to management accounting problems and discrepancies

-Functions in accordance with established standards, procedures and applicable laws

-Constantly updates job knowledge

Accounting Requirements

-Proven accounting experience

-Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures

-Competency in Quick Books Software, MS Office, databases

-Accuracy and attention to detail, proofs all work performed

-Aptitude for numbers

-Well organized and efficient

-Minimum of 3+ years’ current experience doing similar work

-High school degree + associate’s degree or relevant education

General Office Requirements:

-Work behaviors: professional attitude, work performance and appearance

-Reports to management and owners upon one’s own volition without being asked

-Strong comprehension and retention skills, takes and refers to notes, proofs work, follows instructions

-Excellent phone, written and verbal communication skills

-Ability to multi-task to complete projects within a certain timeframe to meet deadlines

-Ability to work at a quick pace, work independently with minimum supervision

-Dedicated to team environment; helpful, positive attitude

-Highly detailed, reliable, focused and organized

-Punctual and dependable, good attendance with reliable transportation

-Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook applications

Interested individuals should provide a cover letter along with your resume to the Attn of Ms. Austin

By email at  or by fax to

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