Accounting Assistant 

Location: Lake Bluff, IL (Onsite)
Pay Rate: $25.00/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 

Our client, a well-established international manufacturing company in Lake Bluff, is seeking a flexible and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join their team. This position will initially focus on accounting and administrative support and may fluctuate between full-time and part-time hours based on business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with Accounts Payable processing, including invoice entry, matching, and some vendor communication
• Support some basic Accounts Receivable functions
• Perform basic bookkeeping tasks using QuickBooks
• Enter and update accounting and customer data
• Assist with filing, document management, and recordkeeping
• Answer the front door and provide general office support as needed
• Support various administrative and clerical tasks across the office
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Previous bookkeeping, accounting support, AP, or AR experience required
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work independently
• Professional communication and customer service skills
• Flexible and willing to assist in both accounting and administrative functions

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, takes pride in accuracy, and thrives in a collaborative, family-oriented manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, adaptable, and willing to jump in wherever support is needed.