Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper

ESPO Corporation • Chicago, IL • Full Time • $58,379–$72,348 / year

Posted on Thu, Sep 17, 2026

Job Title: Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper
Location: Southside of Chicago, or Dallas, TX
Job Type and Duration: Direct Hire
Pay range: 28-35/HR

Job description:
Seeking an experienced Staff Accountant / Bookkeeper to join our accounting team. This position is responsible for day-to-day accounting functions, payroll, financial reporting, reconciliations, union reporting, compliance, and maintaining accurate financial records.
This is a hands-on accounting position requiring strong attention to detail and the ability to independently manage multiple accounting and administrative responsibilities. Construction accounting and Sage 100 Contractor experience are highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Reporting
Sage 100 Contractor ​ or Quick Books Payroll & Union Reporting Compliance, Audits & State Filings Accounts Receivable & Administrative Accounting Qualifications Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has worked in the construction industry and understands the additional accounting requirements associated with union payroll, prevailing wages, job-cost accounting, state prequalification, insurance audits, and multi-state operations.
We are looking for someone who is accurate, dependable, organized, and comfortable taking ownership of accounting responsibilities rather than simply processing transactions.
Experience: Work Location: In person
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs.
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify responsibilities and assign additional duties as business needs require.
Benefits:
ESPO Corporation
www.espocorp.com
630-789-2525
View all open jobs at www.espocorp.com/jobs
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ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.

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