Bookkeeper

PETER SHANNON & COMPANY
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2023 CLOSED ON 6/13/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at PETER SHANNON & COMPANY?

Do you love digging into data, organizing, and problem-solving? We want to hear from you! We’re looking for a motivated, detail-oriented accountant to join our team.

We are a public accounting firm established in 1934 in search of an individual to work full-time as a senior accountant. Are you an outgoing and personable accountant working for a large regional or Big 4 public accounting environment and tired of working 60-80 hour work weeks?

Peter Shannon and Company provide qualified candidates with a fun and rewarding career in public accounting. This position has advancement opportunities and partnership potential. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package based on work and educational experience.

Compensation:

$55,000 - $80,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

  • Taxation and Business Advisory
  • Audits
  • Client Financial and Management Accounting
  • Client Liaison and Business Development
  • Mentoring and Guiding Junior Staff

Qualifications:
  • Must possess exceptional communication, problem-solving, and time management skills
  • Must be well-versed in general accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in accounting or similar field
  • Must have 2 or more years of work experience at an accounting firm or as a management accountant, bookkeeper, cost accountant or similar
  • Worked previously with basic accounting systems, QuickBooks, and Excel
About Company


We are a full-service public accounting firm located in Countryside, IL.


Our mission is to provide professional service that consistently exceeds the expectations of our clients. Technical competence as well as quality service is expected. We commit to open communication and timely responses to our clients throughout the year so we can address any concerns or ideas. Our staff places a high priority on working closely with clients and helping them define future needs and opportunities.

Salary : $55,000 - $80,000

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