Bookkeeper- Bilingual Japanese

Job Summary

CDH, PC is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Bookkeeper - Bilingual Japanese to join our accounting team. This is a full-time, hourly position and is located in Itasca, Illinois. The Bookkeeping staff is responsible for the day-to day bookkeeping activities involved with client engagements. As a Certified Public Accounting firm, we are looking to bring on a bookkeeper who is willing and able to handle multiple projects at once and enjoys working on a variety of projects when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers a competitive compensation, paid bi-weekly. In addition, CDH, PC offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, and more.

Professional Responsibilities

• Records and organizes bills from vendors
• Works with financial statements, general ledger maintenance and bank reconciliations
• Maintains cash, accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Checks and verifies source documents such as invoices, receipts, and purchase orders
• Completes bank and credit card compliance and reconciliations
• Inputs entries into proper accounts
• Updates and maintains accounting journals, ledgers and other records detailing financial business transactions
• Assists in the resolution of billing discrepancies
• Verifies inventory transactions of products and supplies
• Checks figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes
• Complies with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations
• Understands the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Ability to determine how a client's system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes
• Frequently works with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, ProFx, QuickBooks, Sage 50, Sage Intact and Bill.com
• Willingness to have a basic understanding of our Tax and Assurance procedures

Personal Responsibilities

• Develop excellent oral and written communication skills, while also creating specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships and maintain them over time
• Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
• Maintain and expand knowledge base in area of expertise
• Take proactive career steps through mentoring program
• Participate in recruiting efforts as needed
• Represent the Firm in a manner consistent with our values and Five Star philosophy

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a bookkeeping role
• Accounting software experience a plus
• Ability and willingness to travel to clients occasionally within the Firm's market area

We are an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/D/V/F