Executive Assistant / Experienced Bookkeeper

Real House Inc

Executive Assistant / Experienced Bookkeeper

Montclair, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    About the Role

    We are seeking a highly organized, detail-driven Executive Assistant / Bookkeeper to support the CEO, CFO, and outside accounting partners.

    This role leans heavily toward bookkeeping and executive support, with office administration filling the remaining time.

    Approximately:

    50% Bookkeeping

    30–40% Executive Support

    10–20% Office/Admin Operations

    This is not a passive administrative role. We need someone structured, disciplined, and confident enough to ensure processes and financial controls are followed consistently — even at the executive level.

    Key Responsibilities

    Bookkeeping (Primary Focus)

    Manage day-to-day bookkeeping in QuickBooks Online

    Maintain books for the primary company file and multiple smaller affiliated entities

    Process and code accounts payable and receivable

    Perform bank and credit card reconciliations

    Assist with month-end close

    Prepare internal financial reports for CEO and CFO

    Coordinate with outside accountants on tax filings, 1099s, and reporting

    Credit Card & Expense Oversight

    Collect, review, audit, and maintain receipts for all employee credit card transactions on a weekly basis

    Follow up on missing receipts and discrepancies

    Ensure strict compliance with company policies

    Maintain organized documentation and audit trail

    Executive Assistant Support

    Manage CEO calendar and scheduling

    Coordinate meetings and travel

    Track follow-ups and ensure tasks are completed

    Prepare correspondence and reports

    Maintain confidentiality at all times

    Ensure leadership follows proper approval and documentation procedures

    Administrative Support

    Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems

    Oversee vendor communications

    Assist with HR administrative tasks

    Support operational projects as needed

    Qualifications

    3+ years bookkeeping experience required

    Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online

    Experience managing multiple company files/entities preferred

    Experience supporting senior executives preferred

    Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), OneDrive, and Teams

    Strong understanding of AP/AR processes

    Highly organized with strong follow-through

    Comfortable upholding policy and process — even when it requires firmness

    Ideal Candidate Profile

    Highly organized and structured (“Type A” mindset)

    Detail-oriented and process-driven

    Confident holding leadership accountable to procedures

    Strong financial discipline

    Comfortable managing multiple priorities

    Professional, steady, and discreet

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    Benefits

    Health and Dental benefits

    Paid time off

    Simple IRA

    Professional development opportunities