Accounting Assistant Jobs in Illinois
Accounting assistant jobs in Illinois are concentrated in finance, healthcare administration, manufacturing, and professional services, with demand at every level from entry-level bookkeeping clerks to experienced accounts payable and receivable specialists. Chicago is the dominant hiring hub, with Naperville and Schaumburg serving as active suburban markets where large corporate headquarters and regional offices are based. Well-known employers with a lasting Illinois presence include Walgreens Boots Alliance, United Airlines, and Advocate Health, all of which maintain sizable accounting and finance support teams. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Remedy is an independent, full-service healthcare real estate company providing acquisition, development, leasing, management and strategy consulting services across the United States. Headquartered in Chicago, we are the largest private owner of healthcare properties in the country. Our national presence enables us to offer the right solutions in the right place. Our team is always thinking ahead. Real estate minds trained on where healthcare is going, with bright ideas on how to get our clients there. If you’re one of those bright minds, we’d like to meet you.
For additional information, please visit our website at www.remedymed.com
Responsibilities:
- Run, assemble, and distribute daily cash reports and monthly bank statements from multiple banking entities.
- Assemble and upload Yardi import files as needed.
- Assemble property allocation billbacks files.
- Assist the Concur Corporate Expense Coordinator with the reconciliation of the Elan credit card payments against Concur transactions.
- Serve as Concur and Elan Credit Card backup to the Concur Corporate Expense Coordinator with approving expense reports, setting up new accounts, and closing accounts as needed.
- Maintain Concur User Profiles.
- Prepare low level activity financials.
- Complete additional projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/education required
- 1+ years of previous administrative experience preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to work efficiently and independently
- Working knowledge of and experience with Yardi accounting software preferred
- Prior real estate experience preferred
- Prior experience supporting accounting management preferred
- Prior employment history demonstrating the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks and priorities, and to produce detailed, accurate results in a highly organized manner
Now is a great time to join our growing team at Remedy! You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm’s success. We offer competitive health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life (including spouse & child), 401K, STD/LTD, Parental leave, AD&D, and Commuter benefits. We offer flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.
Remedy is an independent, full-service healthcare real estate company providing acquisition, development, leasing, management and strategy consulting services across the United States. Headquartered in Chicago, we are the largest private owner of healthcare properties in the country. Our national presence enables us to offer the right solutions in the right place. Our team is always thinking ahead. Real estate minds trained on where healthcare is going, with bright ideas on how to get our clients there. If you’re one of those bright minds, we’d like to meet you.
For additional information, please visit our website at www.remedymed.com
Responsibilities:
- Run, assemble, and distribute daily cash reports and monthly bank statements from multiple banking entities.
- Assemble and upload Yardi import files as needed.
- Assemble property allocation billbacks files.
- Assist the Concur Corporate Expense Coordinator with the reconciliation of the Elan credit card payments against Concur transactions.
- Serve as Concur and Elan Credit Card backup to the Concur Corporate Expense Coordinator with approving expense reports, setting up new accounts, and closing accounts as needed.
- Maintain Concur User Profiles.
- Prepare low level activity financials.
- Complete additional projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/education required
- 1+ years of previous administrative experience preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to work efficiently and independently
- Working knowledge of and experience with Yardi accounting software preferred
- Prior real estate experience preferred
- Prior experience supporting accounting management preferred
- Prior employment history demonstrating the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks and priorities, and to produce detailed, accurate results in a highly organized manner
Now is a great time to join our growing team at Remedy! You will work side-by-side with firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm’s success. We offer competitive health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life (including spouse & child), 401K, STD/LTD, Parental leave, AD&D, and Commuter benefits. We offer flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development.
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Accounting Assistant Job Market in Illinois
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- Chemicals & Materials
- Construction & Real Estate
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accounting assistant jobs across Illinois.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle
- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes
- Strong Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and data reconciliation
- Attention to detail and accuracy when processing invoices and financial records
- Prior experience in a bookkeeping, billing, or administrative support role preferred
Accounting Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a accounting assistant in Illinois?
Accounting assistant roles in Illinois do not require a state-issued license, but most employers expect at least an associate degree in accounting or a related business field. Community colleges such as Harper College, College of DuPage, and Oakton College offer Illinois-based programs aligned with local employer expectations. Earning a bookkeeping certificate or working toward a Certified Bookkeeper credential through the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers strengthens a candidate's profile considerably with Illinois hiring managers.
Which companies hire accounting assistants in Illinois?
Companies currently hiring accounting assistants in Illinois include Continental, BORNQUIST, and Made To Measure, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, regional healthcare systems, and midsize manufacturing firms creates consistent demand for accounting support staff across industries.
Which Illinois cities have the most accounting assistant jobs?
Chicago, Dundee, and Decatur have the most accounting assistant openings in Illinois. Chicago leads by a wide margin given its concentration of corporate headquarters, financial services firms, and large healthcare networks, while suburban markets like Naperville and Schaumburg draw openings from the many technology and professional services companies headquartered along the Interstate 88 corridor.
Are there remote accounting assistant jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many office roles, since the work is largely screen-based and does not require handling physical materials on-site. About 29% of accounting assistant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in corporate finance departments. Accounts payable processing, data entry, and invoice reconciliation are the tasks most commonly performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a accounting assistant in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for accounts payable clerk or billing coordinator roles at Illinois hospital systems or large retailers, which regularly onboard candidates with only a community college degree or certificate. Advocate Health, AMITA Health, and Walgreens all run structured finance support programs that bring in entry-level staff. Lateral moves from administrative assistant or data entry roles are common. Completing a QuickBooks certification or the Certified Bookkeeper exam gives candidates a concrete credential that Illinois hiring managers recognize as a substitute for direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to accounting assistant jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to accounting assistant jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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