Bookkeeper

The Role:
We are looking for a Bookkeeper to keep us on track and up-to-date with all financials. This position is for the person that LOVES the idea of tracking and knowing our numbers with extreme accuracy and organization. This person will have a team attitude as they work with staff to best facilitate daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual bookkeeping activities. Working closely with our Director of Finance, the bookkeeper understands the pivotal link this role plays “behind the scenes” to support Topiarius’ overall mission.

This position qualifies for a hybrid work schedule, upon a successful in-person onboarding (part-time hours, working at the Topiarius office for four weeks). Following onboarding, you may be asked to come to the office in person a few times per month.

What You Will Do:

• Accounts Payable
  • Record bills by entering them into correct accounts.
  • Keep vendor bills organized and current.
  • Record receipts for credit cards and complete monthly reconciliations.
  • Process weekly payments, check printing, and check filing.
  • Facilitate resolutions for any billing discrepancies.
• Work with a variety of software programs
  • QuickBooks, Google Sheets, Excel, and Aspire are the main programs that you will use daily.

Benefits:
Paid Sick time (up to 40 hours each year). Retirement plan available after one year of
employment and minimum 1,000 hours of work.

Other Details:
Topiarius is a non-union shop. Our final candidates may be required to undergo a background check. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or other status protected by applicable law. And nothing in this job description restricts the supervisor’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

To Apply:
First, we highly encourage you to visit Topiarius’ website (www.topiarius.com) to become
familiar with our company.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply and be sure to include a cover letter. We will contact you if we are interested in scheduling an interview. Please refrain from phone calls.

Required Background and Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in bookkeeping.

• High school degree or equivalent.

• Excellent knowledge in basic accounting.

• Proficient in Excel, QuickBooks, and Google platforms.

• Solid communication, both verbally and written.

• A demonstrated track record of exceptional judgment, decision-making, and prioritization skills.

  Desirable Background and Skills:

• Higher education degree

Expected Activity and Movement:

• You will be regularly working at a desk and computer.
• Periodically you may move boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.

Who We Are:
Topiarius is a landscape design, build and maintenance company whose mission is to be Chicago’s #1 luxury brand for outdoor sanctuaries. Since 2003, Topiarius has aspired to redesign the Chicago urban landscape one rooftop and yard at a time. Where there is concrete, we want nature. Where there is empty space, we want stunning restorative beauty. Our work is based on the fundamental belief that nature is an essential sanctuary for humans. You can learn more about Topiarius at www.topiarius.com.

The Role:
We are looking for a Bookkeeper to keep us on track and up-to-date with all financials. This position is for the person that LOVES the idea of tracking and knowing our numbers with extreme accuracy and organization. This person will have a team attitude as they work with staff
to best facilitate daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual bookkeeping activities. Working closely with our Director of Finance, the bookkeeper understands the pivotal link this role plays “behind the scenes” to support Topiarius’ overall mission.

This position qualifies for a hybrid work schedule, upon a successful in-person onboarding (part-time hours, working at the Topiarius office for four weeks). Following onboarding, you may be asked to come to the office in person a few times per month.

What You Will Do:

• Accounts Payable
  • Record bills by entering them into correct accounts.
  • Keep vendor bills organized and current.
  • Record receipts for credit cards and complete monthly reconciliations.
  • Process weekly payments, check printing, and check filing.
  • Facilitate resolutions for any billing discrepancies.
• Work with a variety of software programs
  • QuickBooks, Google Sheets, Excel, and Aspire are the main programs that you will use daily.