Job Title: Bookkeepr/Staff Accountant
Location: Highland Park, IL
Pay Range: $60-80k depending on experience
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k)
Role Overview: Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in the search for a Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant. Our client located in Highland Park is looking for a Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant to join their team. They are seeking an individual to be responsible for AP/AR, Job Cost Accounting, Bank Reconciliations, and General Accounting tasks. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!
Key Responsibilities:
- Process and code vendor invoices accurately by job and cost category - 100 per week typically
- Maintain subcontractor compliance files (COIs, W-9s, lien waivers)
- Prepare and track vendor payments
- Assist with construction draw backup documentation
- Maintain accurate job cost records
- Reconcile job cost reports to general ledger
- Assist with budget tracking and variance support
- Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations across multiple entities - 20 per month
- Maintain inter-company transaction tracking - 10 to 15 per months
- Process deposits and track receivables
- Support buyer payments, capital contributions, and HOA collections
- Record journal entries as needed
- Assist with month-end close
- Support Controller with lender reporting and financial package preparation
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Degree in Accounting/Finance
- Microsoft Excel skills
- 3+ years Accounting experience
- Real-Estate industry preferred
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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