Accounting Assistant at Express… · Libertyvi…

Accounting Assistant

Pay Rate: $23.00-$25.00/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm and/or 9am-5pm

We are seeking detail-oriented Accounting Assistants for multiple accounting support openings.

These positions offer exposure to a variety of accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, bookkeeping, reconciliations, and general administrative support. Ideal candidates are organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process and apply incoming customer payments including ACH/EFT, wire transfers, lockbox payments, checks, and credit card transactions.
• Assist with Accounts Payable functions including invoice entry, matching, coding, and vendor communication.
• Support basic Accounts Receivable activities, payment posting, and account maintenance.
• Reconcile cash receipts, bank activity, and accounting records.
• Research and resolve unapplied cash, payment discrepancies, and other account variances.
• Perform bookkeeping functions and maintain accurate financial records.
• Enter and update accounting, customer, and vendor information within accounting systems.
• Process refunds, write-offs, intercompany transactions, and other accounting adjustments as needed.
• Maintain reports, documentation, and supporting accounting records.
• Assist with filing, document management, and record retention.
• Provide general administrative and office support, including answering phones, greeting visitors, and assisting internal departments.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, Credit, Operations, and other team members to resolve issues and support business objectives.
• Assist with special projects.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of accounting support, bookkeeping, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Applications, or related experience.
• Experience processing high-volume transactions and maintaining accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with QuickBooks and/or ERP systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and work independently.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred but not required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate enjoys working with numbers, takes pride in accuracy, and is comfortable wearing multiple hats when needed. They are dependable, flexible, and able to support a variety of accounting and administrative functions while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

About Express Employment Professionals: Work with a locally owned staffing company that partners with companies in Lake County, IL to hire long term talent. Express has over 800+ locations nationwide and 22 in the Chicago-land area. Check out our Libertyville Team www.expresspros.com/libertyvilleil and our Google Reviews https://g.co/kgs/qEqco2

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person