Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist

About GT Spirits Company / Good Trouble Bourbon

Good Trouble Bourbon, crafted by GT Spirits Company in Chicago, IL, is an award-winning, socially-minded Kentucky Straight Bourbon punching above its weight in the premium spirits marketplace. With a commitment to innovation, inclusion, and positive change, a portion of sales benefit the Shine Your Light Foundation, reflecting the brand’s mission-driven ethos.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist to join our team. In this role, you’ll be the backbone of our financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting functions.

What You’ll Do :

Manage sales tax returns, accounts payable, payroll processing, and benefits administration with precision.

Maintain and reconcile subsidiary accounts and the general ledger, preparing trial balances and ensuring accuracy in all entries.

Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.

Oversee accounts payable using Bill.com, ensuring vendors are paid promptly and accurately.

Develop and maintain the chart of accounts and systems for tracking financial transactions.

Keep meticulous historical records by organizing and filing all supporting documents.

Prepare clear, comprehensive financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account data and trends.

Collaborate with the finance team to meet deadlines and contribute to special projects as needed.

Requirements, Skills, and Qualifications :

College level coursework in accounting.

Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise and Bill.com management.

Strong understanding of cashflow management and cash management standards.

Ability to analyze point-of-sale (POS) data and extract actionable insights.

Excellent data entry and accounting reporting skills.

Exceptional attention to detail, confidentiality, and thoroughness in all work.

Commitment to accuracy and dedication to excellence in financial processes.

If you take pride in accuracy, love a well-balanced ledger, and enjoy keeping financial operations running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you.

Candidates must be located in the Chicago area. Will work primarily from home with occasional time in our downtown location.

GT Spirits Company is an equal opportunity employer, eager to connect with diverse leaders who embrace bourbon, entrepreneurship, and the spirit of Good Trouble.