Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Bookkeepers are responsible for managing the bookkeeping and general office administrative duties. Primary responsibilities include accounts payable, bank deposits, reconciliations, and other finance-related duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintaining records according to generally accepted accounting principles including the recordation of general journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and reconciliation of bank statements
• Applying strong accounting skills, including A/P, A/R, purchasing backup, journal entries, and all bookkeeping through financial statement preparation
• Payroll timesheet entry, quarterly and annual payroll reporting, W-2s, 1099s
• Participating in activities needed to support the management functions of the team
• Performing other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• 2-4 years of bookkeeping experience (QuickBooks)
• Bookkeeping certification is a plus
• Payroll skills and use of common bookkeeping software is required, previous experience in accounting and related programs (QuickBooks Desktop or Online)
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping practices and procedures
• Accuracy and attention to detail is absolutely required, as well as a track record of reliability, confidentiality, and conscientious work habits
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, and Word
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize effectively
• Ability to interpret data and make cost effective decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt and work efficiently in a rapidly changing dynamic environment with deadline pressures
• Demonstrated ability in dealing directly with client
• Available to work in a small office environment, 40 hours per week