Accounting Specialist

H&R Block

Accounting Specialist handling bookkeeping and payroll services for Block Advisors clients. Ensuring accurate financial records and supporting account managers with compliance tasks.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timePark Ridge • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in bookkeeping practices, financial record maintenance, and compliance with financial regulations. Proficient in using Microsoft Office and bookkeeping software to support account management and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bookkeeping PracticesFinancial Record MaintenanceNational Bookkeeper CertificationMicrosoft ExcelClient Services Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial Record MaintenanceBookkeepingPayroll ManagementData EntryBank ReconciliationTax Return Data EntryMonthly ReportingQuarterly ReportingAccounting PrinciplesTransaction Categorization

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsDetail OrientedGood Verbal SkillsGood Written SkillsAbility to Multi-task

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelOpen OfficeBookkeeping SoftwareSpreadsheetsDatabase Management

Certifications & Qualifications

National Bookkeeper CertificationPayroll Certification

Industry Keywords

Financial RegulationsComplianceClient ServicesAccounting ProceduresTransaction Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain accurate financial records for our clients
Support account managers by documenting transactions, preparing reports, and assisting in compliance with financial regulations
Provide bookkeeping and payroll services
Partner with Tax Advisors to deploy an effective two-way referral method
Enter financial information into accounting or other financial systems
Handle basic accounting tasks, including data entry, bank reconciliations, and payroll management
Assist the Tax Advisors with tax return data entry
Perform reconciliation of accounts and categorize transactions appropriately
Compile monthly and quarterly reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of bookkeeping practices, generally accepted accounting principles and procedures
National Bookkeeper and Payroll certifications from the National Bookkeeping Association or ability to successfully obtain certifications
Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Open Office experience
Ability to multi-task in multiple window applications
Familiarity with bookkeeping software, spreadsheets, and database management.
Ability to adapt to new tools and automation
Analytical and detail oriented
Good verbal and written skills
Client Services experience
Ability to complete assigned projects on time with minimal supervision
Ability to correctly interpret and apply complex instructions, policies and regulations.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and prescription drug coverage
H&R Block Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) Plan)
Employee Assistance Program
Virtual fitness center programs
Associate discount program
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Associate Tax Prep benefit