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Part-time Bookkeeper

LHH
Chicago, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 12/11/2025 CLOSED ON 1/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Bookkeeper position at LHH?

Our client is seeking a Part-Time Bookkeeper for a contract position in Chicago, IL. This opportunity is ideal for students or individuals looking for strict part-time roles offering valuable hands-on accounting experience. Candidates should have at least one year of bookkeeping and QuickBooks experience.


Details:

  • Role: Parttime Bookkeeper
  • Location: City
  • Worksite Type: Fully Onsite
  • Rate: $23-$25/hr.
  • Position Type: Contract/Temp


Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and process business documents
  • Summarize current financial status
  • Assist with month-end close
  • Prepare financial and operational variance analysis for management
  • Reconcile financial discrepancies
  • Post and reconcile daily cash activities
  • Post journal entries to the general ledger
  • Maintain and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts
  • Complete wire transfers
  • Ensure all receivables and payables are accurately tracked
  • Serve as backup to Senior Accountants


Requirements:

  • At least one year of Bookkeeping experience
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • QuickBooks experience required
  • Ability to work three full days per week
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Team-oriented and detail-oriented


Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.


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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:


  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Salary : $23 - $25

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