Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks Jobs Pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$27.04
15.5%Below national average
Range: $25.75 – $28.33
Average Annual Pay
$56,238
15.5%Below national average
Range: $53,560 – $58,916
How much do Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$22.98/hr
Range: $21.89 – $24.08
Annual Rate
$47,802
Range: $45,526 – $50,079
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.04/hr
Range: $25.75 – $28.33
Annual Rate
$56,238
Range: $53,560 – $58,916
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.10/hr
Range: $29.61 – $32.58
Annual Rate
$64,674
Range: $61,594 – $67,753
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks job description
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks professionals provide essential administrative support in office environments. They handle correspondence, maintain records, and coordinate office activities to ensure smooth business operations.
Responsibilities
- •Manage correspondence and communications
- •Maintain accurate records and files
- •Schedule appointments and meetings
- •Process documents and data entry
- •Greet visitors and answer phones
- •Support other staff members
Skills
- •Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
- •Organizational skills
- •Communication skills
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Customer service
Qualifications
- •High school diploma required
- •Associate degree preferred
- •Previous office experience
- •Typing speed 40+ WPM
