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General Ledger Bookkeeper jobs are open from entry-level to senior across accounting firms, healthcare systems, manufacturing, nonprofits, and retail, with common specializations in month-end close, accounts payable and receivable, and bank reconciliation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Senior Staff Accountant / General Ledger Accountant
Chicago, Illinois | On-site | Full-Time | Direct Hire | Senior Level
MaxIT Consulting – Max Corporate Group is looking for a Senior Accountant to join an established, US-based furniture manufacturing company in Chicago, Illinois.
Reporting directly to the CFO, you will run the complete accounting cycle hands-on in a small, lean finance team: general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, payables, receivables and financial reporting.
THE CHALLENGE
In a small manufacturing company the accounting team is only a few people, so the business needs an accountant who can personally execute every step of the process, not just oversee others. Accurate books, a clean and timely close and clear numbers for the CFO depend on this role.
This is a fully on-site position with no remote or off-site work, close to the operation and with direct impact on the monthly financial results.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Help prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements (balance sheet, income statement and cash flow).
- Maintain an accurate general ledger: review, post and adjust entries, and support the month-end close.
- Perform GL and bank reconciliations and reconcile other financial accounts.
- Support budgets and forecasts and analyze variances between forecast and actual results.
- Support internal and external audits with documentation and responses to auditor requests.
- Process accounts payable with a 3-way match, resolve vendor discrepancies, maintain vendor data and run the weekly check run.
- Handle accounts receivable: post cash receipts and checks, reconcile credit card transactions, resolve customer discrepancies and follow up on past-due accounts.
- Use the company's accounting software and ERP to manage financial data and reporting.
- Work with other departments to support business objectives and special projects.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- 5 to 10 years of hands-on accounting experience, executing the full accounting cycle end to end.
- Career experience predominantly in manufacturing companies (little or no background in public accounting, nonprofits or service companies).
- Experience in small companies with lean accounting teams (fewer than three people).
- Hands-on experience with accounting software and ERP systems; MAS 90 / Sage 100 strongly preferred.
- Stable career history, with at least one employer of 3 to 5 or more years of continuous service.
- Strong attention to detail, organization and the ability to handle confidential information.
- Must live within approximately 45 minutes of the Chicago (60632) worksite.
NICE TO HAVE
- Experience with Crystal Reports.
POSITION DETAILS
Work arrangement: On-site (no remote work)
Schedule: Full-time
Employment type: Direct hire (permanent)
Seniority: Senior
Reports to: CFO (no direct reports)
Start date: As soon as possible
Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
WORK AUTHORIZATION
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
HOW TO APPLY
If you enjoy owning the books from end to end in a hands-on manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.
Please apply through this platform with your updated resume, your expected gross annual salary and your availability to start.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general ledger bookkeeper jobs.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or NetSuite
- Experience preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger
- Ability to perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations
- Knowledge of month-end and year-end close processes
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll entries
Tips for Your General Ledger Bookkeeper Job Search
Tailor your resume to close cycles
Hiring managers for general ledger roles scan for month-end and year-end close experience. Call out the specific close cycle you owned, the number of entities you reconciled, and the accounting software you used to do it.
List every accounting platform you know
Job postings for general ledger bookkeepers almost always name a required platform, whether QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or something else. A dedicated skills section listing every system you've worked in stops your resume from being filtered out early.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists general ledger bookkeeper openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry accounting complexity
A general ledger bookkeeper role at a construction company involves job-cost accounting, while one at a nonprofit requires fund accounting. Search by industry, not just title, so you apply to environments where your specific experience is immediately relevant.
Prepare for a practical reconciliation exercise
Many general ledger bookkeeper interviews include a short skills test, often a trial balance or bank reconciliation in a spreadsheet. Practice formatting a clean reconciliation from a messy source file so you're not surprised when the interviewer sends one over.
Negotiate by citing close ownership, not just duties
When discussing offers, frame your value around accountability rather than tasks. Saying you owned the full month-end close for a specific portfolio of accounts carries more weight than listing journal entries as a responsibility.
General Ledger Bookkeeper Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most general ledger bookkeepers?
The most active employers for general ledger bookkeepers right now are K, MaxIT Consulting - Max Corporate, and ATI, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Alaska, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, national accounting firms, and large nonprofits consistently post a high volume of these roles.
How many general ledger bookkeeper jobs are remote?
About 52% of general ledger bookkeeper openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for cloud-based accounting skills. Roles focused on accounts payable entry and bank reconciliation tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring on-site access to physical documents or multi-entity close support more often require in-person presence.
How do you become a general ledger bookkeeper?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field, which most employers require for general ledger work. Build hands-on experience with double-entry bookkeeping, journal entries, and reconciliations, either through an internship or an accounts payable or receivable role. Learning a widely used accounting platform strengthens your candidacy significantly before you apply.
Can you get hired as a general ledger bookkeeper with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited direct general ledger experience if they have solid foundational bookkeeping skills. The strongest path in is through adjacent roles like accounts payable clerk or accounting assistant, where you handle journal entries and reconciliations in practice. Demonstrating comfort with accounting software and clean, accurate work habits matters more than years on a resume.
What does the general ledger bookkeeper interview process look like?
Most interviews start with a phone screen focused on your software experience and the types of accounts you've reconciled. A second round often includes a practical exercise, such as correcting a trial balance or completing a bank reconciliation in a spreadsheet. Final conversations typically cover how you handle discrepancies, your close process, and how you communicate with other departments when entries need clarification.
Where can I find and apply to general ledger bookkeeper jobs?
You can find and apply to general ledger bookkeeper jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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