Junior Bookkeeper

Position Summary

We are a growing bookkeeping services firm seeking a Junior Bookkeeper to support multiple client accounts under the supervision of a Senior or Full-Charge Bookkeeper. This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to develop full-cycle bookkeeping skills across a variety of industries.

The Junior Bookkeeper will handle day-to-day transaction processing and reconciliations while learning best practices in professional client accounting.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Processing

• Enter and categorize daily transactions for multiple clients
• Process vendor bills and customer invoices
• Record payments, deposits, and journal entries
• Upload and organize receipts and supporting documents

Reconciliations & Accuracy

• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain clean, organized general ledgers

Client Support

• Collect missing documentation from clients
• Communicate professionally regarding routine financial questions
• Maintain strict confidentiality

Reporting & Close Support

• Assist with month-end closing processes
• Prepare preliminary financial reports
• Support Senior Bookkeepers with audit and tax preparation

Systems & Process

• Follow standardized firm workflows
• Maintain organized digital files
• Learn and apply accounting best practices
• Identify errors and escalate appropriately

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience ?????
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar software
• Proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or coursework in Accounting or Finance ?????
• Experience in a bookkeeping or accounting firm
• Familiarity with Gusto, ADP, Bill.com, Dext, Hubdoc
• Remote work experience
• Interest in long-term growth into senior accounting roles

What Success Looks Like

• Transactions entered accurately and on time
• Reconciliations completed with minimal corrections
• Senior staff rarely need to fix errors
• Client records are organized and audit-ready
• You progress steadily toward full-cycle responsibilities

Career Path

This role is designed as a feeder position into:

• Senior Bookkeeper
• Full-Charge Bookkeeper
• Client Accounting Manager

We actively promote and train from within.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid training

Ability to Commute:

• Manchester, MO 63021 (Required)

Work Location: In person