Bookkeeper

Become a part of a team which creates amazing experiences and memories for our clients at events across Northern Illinois! Midwest Tents & Events is a premier event rental service serving clients from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan at weddings, parties, fairs, festivals, and corporate events.
Midwest Tents & Events supplies event rental equipment including tents, tables, chairs, stages, table linens, china, and other event goods.
We are the newest iteration of a 40-year-family-owned business experiencing growth at a rapid rate.
We are seeking key team members who possess the drive to push our company to the next level, are ready to journey together through our growth as a team and as individuals, and desire to bring the most amazing experiences to our clients through personal excellence and quality of service.
*If you believe you are the perfect fit for this position, please forward a cover letter outlining why you are the perfect fit as well as a detailed resume.
Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.
Please make sure to include salary requirements.
* *About the Job:* We are seeking a part-time or contract bookkeeper for our quickly growing company.
The right candidate should have significant experience with Quickbooks Online and firm understanding of US GAAP.
The position may be extended to include basic HR functions such as new employee onboarding, managing company health insurance plan, 401k, and other employee benefits, should the right candidate be interested in such.
The work schedule is flexible and may be a hybrid of in-office and work-from-home.
*What You Will Be Doing:* * Review and record financial transactions in QBO * Reconcile bank, credit card, and loan statements * Record daily credit card deposits * Perform weekly A/R, A/P, and Payroll functions * Manage sales and use tax accounts * Prepare monthly reports for management * Communicate with management to prioritize tasks *Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:* * Minimum 2-years bookkeeping experience or actively pursing an education in accounting * Moderate accounting and internal controls knowledge, understanding of US GAAP * Self-motivated, detail-oriented, strong organizational and time management skills * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Critical thinking and strong analytical skills *If you believe you are the perfect fit for this position, please forward a cover letter outlining why you are the perfect fit as well as a detailed resume.
Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.
Please make sure to include salary requirements.
* Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $20.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Paid time off Physical setting: * Office Schedule: * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person