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Champaign, Illinois
Top-Rated Plus | 10+ Years Experience | $60K+ Earned on Upwork | U.S. Master’s in Accountancy & CPA-Equivalent Are you looking for an accountant who doesn’t just “manage books” but actually helps you save time, stay compliant, and grow profitably? That’s exactly what I do. With over 10 years of hands-on experience and $60K+ earned working with U.S. clients on Upwork, I bring the right mix of technical expertise, strategic insight, and proven results to every project. Clients trust me because I combine the knowledge of U.S. Master of Accountancy (University of Illinois) and Chartered Accountant (CPA-equivalent) — with practical experience across bookkeeping, tax, reporting, and financial systems. ✅ What I Deliver Full-Cycle Bookkeeping & Accounting – QuickBooks Online, Xero, NetSuite U.S. Tax Preparation & Advisory – Certified IRS VITA volunteer with experience filing federal & state returns GAAP-Compliant Financial Reporting – including ASC 606 and revenue recognition standards Audit & Compliance Support – smooth coordination with auditors and regulators Financial Planning & Insights – budgeting, forecasting, and data dashboards (Excel, Tableau, SQL, Python) 📈 Proven Results Helped U.S. businesses increase profitability by up to 25% through smarter financial planning Reduced month-end close times by 18%, ensuring faster and more reliable reporting Improved billing accuracy by 20%, accelerating cash collections across clients Delivered smooth audits with fewer adjustments year-over-year for multiple businesses If you’re searching for a reliable financial partner who can bring clarity to your numbers, ensure compliance, and give you insights to scale with confidence — let’s connect. As a Top-Rated Plus freelancer, I’m committed to long-term partnerships and measurable results for U.S. businesses. 📩 Let’s connect to discuss how I can simplify your finances and help your business grow with confidence.
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting Software
- Balance Sheet
- Bank Reconciliation
- General Ledger
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Xero
- Microsoft Excel
- Cash Flow Analysis
- GAAP
- Oracle NetSuite
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Accounting
- QuickBooks Online
- Accounts Payable Management
Peoria, Illinois
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Exceptional work ethic and communication. I will be working with him again." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Kacper is highly knowledgeable with bookkeeping, often goes above and beyond. He is a strong communicator in both written and verbal, it has been a joy working with him. Highly recommended." Messy books stealing your peace of mind? I'm a financial accountant specializing in QuickBooks Online and certified in it, providing virtual accounting and bookkeeping services to small businesses in the service sector. My services include accounting system setup, financial cleanup & catch-up, and ongoing bookkeeping. I hold a degree in accounting and have over 10 years of experience in accounting-related roles, including an accountant, bookkeeper, financial accounting tutor, and internal auditor. For my client, I can: ✅Build an accounting system from scratch ✅Clean up messy books ✅Classify transactions ✅Reconcile bank and credit card statements ✅Prepare financial reports: Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flows ✅Manage and reconcile the Balance Sheet: assets, liabilities, equity ✅Manage third-party QuickBooks integrations ✅Perform a thorough financial analysis: investigate variances and discrepancies ✅Prepare tax-ready financial reports Besides, I offer the following add-on services: ✅1099 and W-9 tracking and reporting ✅A/R assistance ✅A/P assistance ✅Payroll assistance In addition, I'm experienced with various accounting-related platforms, including Gusto, Bill, Stripe, Shopify, A2X, Clio, MyCase, LawPay, Fyle, Harvest, PayPal, and more. I take strong responsibility for every client I work with and become a student of their financials. I am detail-oriented and highly analytical, with an investigative mindset. I aim to leave the business owner more informed on their financial picture and less preoccupied with bookkeeping. A good working relationship and communication are very important to me; once we start working together, I'll give you my personal phone number. Message me, and I'd be happy to discuss your business needs.
- Bookkeeping
- Account Reconciliation
- Balance Sheet
- Bank Reconciliation
- Intuit QuickBooks
- QuickBooks Online
- Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Accounting Report
- Income Statement
- Gusto
- Themis Solutions Clio
- Lawpay
- Shopify
- Stripe
- Bill.com
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Sheets
Chicago, Illinois
I’m an expert accountant and bookkeeper with over 7 years of experience in the industry. As a certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor, I specialize in US tax accounting and bookkeeping for small and medium-sized businesses. In addition to my QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification, I utilize a variety of tools to offer a comprehensive and tailored approach that aligns with the specific needs of your business. With a focus on US tax accounting, I ensure compliance and help maximize every possible advantage during tax season, so you can focus on what matters most—your business. I’m dedicated to supporting small and medium-sized businesses, not just by managing financial records, but also by actively contributing to your growth. Let’s connect and explore how my expertise and personalized approach to accounting and bookkeeping can add value to your business.
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting Basics
- Accounting Software
- Accounts Payable
- Balance Sheet
- Bank Reconciliation
- Chart of Accounts
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Xero
- Accounting
- QuickBooks Online
- Microsoft Excel
- QuickBooks Enterprise
- Tax Preparation
- Wave Accounting
Hanna City, Illinois
Expert accounting & bookkeeping professional with 10 years’ experience. I specialize in QuickBooks clean up and reconciliations as well as providing monthly full charge bookkeeping services. I work with Real Estate, Law, Construction, Service, Non-Profit, and more. My experience includes working in all facets of the accounting and bookkeeping cycle including but not limited to: ✅Properly categorizing transactions ✅Maintaining clean financials ✅Monthly bank reconciliations ✅Preparing monthly reports including the P&L and the Balance sheet ✅Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable ✅Cleaning up neglected financials ✅Ensuring you understand your financial picture ✅QuickBooks questions In addition to being an outstanding accountant & bookkeeper, I also pride myself on two additional skills, detail orientation and communication. As an accountant it is vital to verify all the information is correct and accurate, so the financials and business picture is clear. Secondly, I believe communication is the lifeline of the organization that helps it flourish. Communication also ensures all the parties are receiving accurate information to make the best business decisions.
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting Software
- Account Reconciliation
- Accounts Payable
- Balance Sheet
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Accounting
- QuickBooks Online
- Gusto
- Nonprofit
- Bill.com
Waterloo, Illinois
I provide High Quality accounting and bookkeeping services to small to medium sized businesses. I am a member of the Dope CFO VIP network and I have specialized training to provide cannabis, hemp and CBD businesses proper bookkeeping and accounting. I specialize in -cleanup of books -accounts receivable -accounts payable -cost accounting -financial statements -financial forecasting -bank reconciliations -journal entries -month end closeout -year end closeout -budgeting
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Data Entry
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Income Statement
- Microsoft Excel
- GAAP
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Financial Accounting
- File Maintenance
- Shopify
- QuickBooks Online
- Accounts Receivable Management
Oak Lawn, Illinois
Solving accounting challenges with ease as a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor & Bookkeeping Expert, delivering over $30M in accuracy and excellence in QuickBooks Accounting. 👋🏻Hi, I’m 𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙯, a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor & experienced accountant specializing in bookkeeping, payroll, reconciliation, and financial management. I work with QuickBooks Online, Xero, and other accounting platforms to provide accurate, scalable solutions for startups and established businesses. With 𝟏𝟓+ years of experience in Payroll, HR, and Accounting, I streamline financial operations, ensure compliance, and maintain audit-ready, tax-compliant books, whether you need a one-time clean-up or ongoing support. As a UKG Ready Subject Matter Expert, I lead end-to-end HCM and payroll implementations — from discovery and configuration through testing, deployment, and post–go-live support. I specialize in: ▪ Payroll configuration & processing ▪ Benefits setup ▪ GL mapping ▪ ACA tracking & compliance ▪ Timekeeping rules ▪ Multi-state, multi-EIN environments I have successfully migrated clients from major platforms, including: Paycor | Paylocity | Evident | iSolved | ADP | Paycom | Paychex → to UKG Ready My hands-on approach includes strategic system planning, custom configuration, testing, data migration, user training, and documentation that ensures long-term success. 𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 ✔ QuickBooks & Bookkeeping Services • Catch-Up, Clean-Up & Historical File Rebuilds • Transaction Categorization & Account Reconciliation • Invoicing, AP/AR Management & Bank Reconciliations • Chart of Accounts Setup & Custom Financial Reporting • Payroll Management (QuickBooks, Gusto, ADP, UKG Ready) • Preparation of P&L, Balance Sheet & Financial Statements • Error Identification, File Optimization & Tax Prep Assistance ✔ Financial Management • Budgeting & Forecasting | Cash Flow Planning & Management • Financial Variance Analysis & Expense Optimization • Tax Planning Support & Audit-Ready Documentation • Monthly, Quarterly & Year-End Financial Reporting ✔ UKG Ready Implementation & HCM Consulting • Payroll, Benefits, ACA & Timekeeping Configuration • GL Mapping, Tax Setup & Multi-State / Multi-EIN Compliance • Legacy System Migrations (Paycor, ADP, Paycom, Paychex, etc.) • Data Migration, Validation, Testing & SmartSheets Documentation • Go-Live Coordination & End-User Training • Post-Implementation Support, Optimization & Long-Term Maintenance 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙚𝙙 I’ve supported UKG Ready implementations, payroll optimization, and financial process improvements across a wide range of industries, each with unique compliance and reporting needs: • Healthcare – HIPAA-compliant workflows, credential-based timekeeping, shift differentials • Transportation & Logistics – DOT compliance, GPS time tracking, complex pay rules • Construction & Field Services – Job costing, union payroll, certified payroll reporting • Fitness & Wellness (Gyms) – Hourly + commission structures, automated scheduling • Hospitality & Lodging – Tip allocation, shift pay, scalable multi-department payroll • Retail & eCommerce – POS/payroll integrations, onboarding automation, labor compliance • Nonprofits & Churches – Fund/grant tracking, pastoral payroll, customized GL mapping • Professional Services – Multi-entity reporting, billable time tracking, client invoicing 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙨 & 𝘾𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 • QuickBooks Online – Certified ProAdvisor • Xero – Certified • UKG Ready | Paycor | ADP | Gusto | Paycom | iSolved | Paylocity • Excel | SmartSheets | Wave | Zoho Books | Shopify | Amazon Seller Central Let's Build System That Work Whether you're implementing UKG Ready, catching up on bookkeeping, or modernizing your payroll and financial operations, I deliver results-driven solutions that increase efficiency, reduce errors, and keep your business audit-ready and future-proof. Let’s connect and build stronger, scalable financial systems for your organization. Bookkeeping, QuickBooks Online Reconciliation, QuickBooks Bookkeeper, Bank Reconciliation, Bookkeeping Cleanup, QuickBooks Assistant, QuickBooks Accountant, QuickBooks Reconciliation, Bookkeeping Specialist, QuickBooks Clean up, Bookkeeping Expert, QuickBooks Integration, Bookkeeping Specialist, QuickBooks Expert, QBO Setup, QuickBooks Bookkeeper, QBO Clean Up, QuickBooks Accountant, Reconciliation Specialist, Bookkeeping Clean Up, QuickBooks Bookkeeping, QuickBooks Setup, QuickBooks Online Pro, Bookkeeper, Accounts Receivable Pro, QuickBooks Online Bookkeeping, QuickBooks Online Bookkeeper, QuickBooks Cleanup, QuickBooks Audit, QuickBooks Online Cleanup, QuickBooks Support, QuickBooks Clean up, QuickBooks Advisor, Accounts Receivable, QuickBooks, Payroll Specialist, QuickBooks Accounting, QuickBooks Online Expert, QuickBooks Payroll Setup, Transactions Categorization, QuickBooks Maintenance, Accounts Payable Assistance, Reconciliation Accountant
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting Basics
- Accounting Software
- Account Reconciliation
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Balance Sheet
- Bank Reconciliation
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Accounting
- QuickBooks Online
- Financial Accounting
- Cash Flow Statement
- Payroll Accounting
- Accounts Payable Management
- Finance & Accounting
- Accounting Advisory
- QuickBooks Online API
- Cash Flow Modeling
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