Experienced Bookkeeper
Job Description
Job Description
Experienced Bookkeeper / Client-Facing Accounting Professional
On-Site – Marshall, Michigan
Are You the Kind of Person Who Actually Enjoys Reconciling Accounts?
We’re serious—if a perfectly balanced set of books gives you a quiet sense of satisfaction, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.
At E J Vincent & Associates Certified Public Accountants, PC, we don’t just “do bookkeeping.” We solve problems, bring order to financial chaos, and help our clients sleep better at night (which, in accounting terms, is a very big deal).
We’re looking for an experienced Bookkeeper/Accounting Professional who can step in, take ownership, and handle real-world client work with confidence. This is not a training role—we need someone who already knows what they’re doing and enjoys doing it well.
About Us
We are a well-established CPA firm based in Marshall, Michigan, serving clients nationwide across a wide range of industries.
We’re a family-run, no-drama, high-accountability office. We work hard, we support each other, and we keep things direct and professional—without taking ourselves too seriously.
In short:
- We value competence over buzzwords
- We believe details matter (because they do)
- And we appreciate people who can do the work and explain it without making it sound like a textbook
The Role
This is a full-time, in-office position based primarily in Marshall, MI. We are a multi-location firm, and occasional work in our other offices (all within approximately a 25-30 mile radius) may be required. In this role you will:
- Maintain accurate and complete bookkeeping records for business clients
- Record and review transactions, journal entries, and reconciliations
- Prepare financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, etc.)
- Work directly with clients to answer questions and resolve issues
- Spot problems before they become bigger problems (and fix them)
- Use QuickBooks efficiently—and correctly (this matters more than you think)
You’ll be working with real clients, real businesses, and real consequences—so attention to detail and professional judgment are non-negotiable.
What We’re Looking For
We’re intentionally selective. Plenty of people call themselves bookkeepers—we’re looking for someone who actually understands accounting and can apply it in the real world.
You’ll be a great fit if you:
- Have multiple years of hands-on bookkeeping/accounting experience. An associate’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
- Understand debits, credits, and financial statements without hesitation
- Can explain numbers to clients in plain English (not accounting jargon)
- Are comfortable talking directly with clients—professionally and confidently
- Take ownership of your work and don’t need constant oversight
- Notice when something doesn’t look right—and fix it
Bonus points if you:
- Have prior experience in a CPA firm
- Are strong in both QuickBooks Desktop and Online
- Secretly enjoy cleaning up messy books (we all have our hobbies)
Culture & Expectations
- This is an in-office role in Marshall (not remote)
- We run a fast-paced, no-drama environment
- We expect professionalism—with clients and each other
- We joke, we move quickly, and we take our work seriously (sometimes all at the same time)
Why Work With Us?
- Stable firm with long-term clients
- Meaningful work where accuracy actually matters
- Direct exposure to experienced CPAs and real advisory work
- A team that expects a lot—but also supports each other
Benefits include:
- Health insurance
- 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
- Paid time off
- Friday afternoons off (May through November) – because even accountants deserve sunlight
Compensation
- $17.00 to $25.00 per hour, depending on experience and demonstrated ability
- Discretionary bonuses based on firm performance and individual contribution
How to Apply
If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a brief note explaining:
- Your relevant experience
- Why this role is a good fit for you
- Your salary expectations
Final Thought
If you’re looking for a place where your work matters, your skills are respected, and a perfectly reconciled account is considered a minor victory—we may get along very well.