Job Description
Job Description
Role
Bookkeepers should have solid communication, organizational and customer service skills. Demands for technology expertise vary by company but may include proficiency with such applications as Microsoft Excel or QuickBooks. QuickBooks and or Sage50/Peachtree. A high school diploma or equivalent is expected. Businesses often seek at least three years’ experience, although requirements differ significantly by firm.
$25-30/hr based on experience - full time, Contract to Permanent
Typical duties of a Bookkeeper:
Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable
Managing bank reconciliations and payroll processing
Posting journal entries
Full-charge Bookkeeper
Full-charge Bookkeepers need to be self-starters who are able to multitask effectively. Strong communication, organizational and customer service skills are essential. Demands for technology expertise vary by company but may include proficiency with such applications as Microsoft Excel or QuickBooks. Businesses often seek candidates with at least five years’ experience, although expectations differ significantly by firm.
Typical duties of a Full-charge Bookkeeper:
Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable
Managing bank and general ledger reconciliations, as well as payroll processing
Performing month-end closings
Tracking fixed assets and preparing depreciation schedules
Supervising accounting clerks and junior bookkeepers
Preparing the trial balance
• Proven experience in bookkeeping, with at least three years in a similar role.
• Proficiency in bookkeeping software such as Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional certifications in accounting are a plus.
• Knowledge of payroll processing and general ledger reconciliation.
• Familiarity with tax preparation and fixed asset tracking.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.