Bookkeeper

About the Role

A well-established automotive service and collision repair company in Chicago is hiring a Bookkeeper to keep the financial side of a growing operation accurate and organized. You will own day-to-day bookkeeping, working closely with management and office staff to make sure invoices, payments, and records are correct and current. This role fits a detail-oriented professional who is comfortable working independently, meets deadlines, and communicates clearly. Previous automotive or service-industry experience is a plus.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger entries
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare and send customer invoices and track outstanding balances
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts on a regular schedule
• Record daily deposits and payments accurately
• Match vendor invoices to purchases and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare routine financial reports for management
• Support month-end close and assist with year-end documentation
• Organize and retain financial paperwork in an orderly system
• Flag errors, delays, or unusual transactions to management promptly

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping or a similar accounting support role
• Working knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Computer proficiency, including spreadsheets and email
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a busy environment
• Dependability and a professional attitude
• Preferred: previous automotive or service-industry experience

Benefits & Pay

• Compensation: competitive, based on experience
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace
• Training and professional development
• Benefits available for qualifying positions

Location: Chicago, IL. Full-time. Qualified candidates are invited to apply through the candidate portal, and The Employee Connect will follow up to discuss next steps and the opportunity in more detail.