38243 | Operational Bookkeeper

Brilliant Agent•Chicago, IL

11d•$26 - $29•Hybrid

About The Position

Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for an Operational Bookkeeper with our client located in the Loop. Our client is a leading office serving family members through providing support across investments, tax and accounting, trust and estate planning, reporting, insurance, and philanthropic matters. The Operational Bookkeeper will be brought on a contract basis for a period of 3+ months. This position is part time, offering roughly 20 hrs/week.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
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

Nice To Haves

Experience with Archway a plus

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.