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Accounts & Office Administrator (Skokie)

Confidential Client•unspecified
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$48,830
Morton Grove, Illinois
8 Days Ago

The Accounts & Office Administrator supports accounting, administrative, and operational functions across multiple business sectors including gaming, retail gas stations, and fuel distribution. This full-time, on-site role involves managing AP/AR, bookkeeping, office administration, and coordination with internal teams, ideal for recent graduates or entry-level professionals seeking long-term career growth in accounting and business operations.

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Description

About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This full-time Accounts & Office Administrator role supports accounting, administrative, and operational functions across multiple business units (including gaming operations, retail gas stations, and fuel distribution). Ideal for recent graduates, entry-level candidates, and OPT candidates who want hands-on experience in AP/AR, bookkeeping, and office operations.

  • Assist with Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) activities
  • Perform accurate data entry and maintain accounting records
  • Support daily bookkeeping and general ledger tasks
  • Provide general office administration and operational support across multiple business entities
  • Manage and maintain insurance policies, renewals, and related documentation
  • Prepare reports, organize files, and maintain business records
  • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
  • Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
  • 1–5 years of relevant accounting/administrative experience; fresh graduates encouraged to apply
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles (AP and AR)
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to multitask and support multiple business operations

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with accounting or bookkeeping software (QuickBooks, Sage, Oracle, etc.)
  • Previous experience in retail, convenience store, fuel distribution, or gaming industries
  • CPA coursework or progress is a plus
  • Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment

Location & Work Type

  • On-site — Morton Grove, IL (full-time, permanent)
  • Employment type: FULL_TIME

Compensation & Visa

  • Base salary: $50,000 per year (as listed by the hiring source). This posting also shows an estimated figure of ~$48,800 — final compensation is determined by the confidential client.
  • The confidential client will consider OPT candidates. Employer visa sponsorship may be available after 12 months of successful employment.

Why Apply via Careertakes

Careertakes is acting as a third-party recruiting partner for this role. If you apply here, Careertakes can:

  • Help match you to similar accounting & finance opportunities
  • Streamline the application and interview coordination with the confidential client
  • Provide timely updates about your application status

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.

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