Bookkeeper

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper to join our dynamic finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Your expertise will support our organization’s financial health and operational efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with diverse accounting software and systems, contribute to financial reporting, and uphold the integrity of our financial data.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities including data entry, journal entries, and account reconciliations using accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage, or similar systems.
• Process payroll accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records, ensuring timely payments and collections.
• Perform bank reconciliations regularly to verify account balances against bank statements.
• Prepare financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Conduct general ledger accounting tasks such as posting journal entries, reconciling ledger accounts, and analyzing account activity for discrepancies.
• Support budgeting processes and assist with financial analysis to aid decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, governmental regulations, and internal policies related to bookkeeping practices.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper or in a similar accounting role within public accounting or non-profit organizations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles including double-entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and financial concepts.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks (including QuickBooks Online), Xero, Sage, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with payroll processing systems and tax regulations related to payroll.
• Demonstrated ability to perform account reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and account analysis accurately.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets) for data management and reporting purposes.
• Excellent attention to detail combined with strong organizational skills; ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Basic understanding of governmental accounting practices is a plus; familiarity with GAAP standards is highly desirable.

Join us if you’re passionate about maintaining precise financial records while supporting an organization committed to excellence! This role is perfect for someone eager to leverage their accounting expertise in a collaborative environment that values accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Pay: $65.93 - $91.23 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Retirement plan
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote