Brilliant® · 1 day ago
Bookkeeper
Chicago, IL
Contract
Hybrid
Mid Level
$27/hr - $32/hr
3+ years expBrilliant Financial Staffing is seeking an Operational Bookkeeper for their client located in the Loop. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling transactions, and supporting overall financial management for multiple family entities.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Maintain accurate general ledger records for multiple family entities, including trusts, LLCs, partnerships, and philanthropic organizations
Record and reconcile daily transactions, including bank accounts, investment activity, credit cards, and inter-entity transfers
Prepare and post journal entries and ensure proper account classifications
Support consolidated reporting across family entities as needed
Assist in tracking budgets, cash flow, and expenses
Maintain organized records to support tax preparation and filings
Coordinate with internal and external tax advisors, accountants, and auditors
Support accounting and recordkeeping related to trusts, estates, and charitable entities
Track distributions, contributions, grants, and related documentation
Assist with tracking insurance premiums, payments, and related documentation
Support special projects and ad hoc financial requests from family members and leadership
Qualification
Required
3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience; family office, private wealth, or multi-entity experience preferred
Detail oriented and professional
Able to interface with various clients via email, phone, zoom
Preferred
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Experience with Archway a plus
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k)
Company
Brilliant®
About Brilliant® Brilliant is an award-winning staffing and recruiting firm that provides direct-hire and contract staffing services in accounting, finance, technology, and business operations serving businesses across the continental U.S.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jim Wong, (Inactive CPA)
Founder and Board Member
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