Bookkeeper

BookkeeperJob SummaryThe bookkeeper performs accounting functions related to accurately recording accounting transactions as a result of paying bills, vendor invoices, and staff expense reports. The Bookkeeper job duties include working closely with our third party accounting team to create and analyze financial reports, process accounts payable and receivable and tax payments. This position is responsible for analyzing accounting transactions to resolve discrepancies and irregularities. This position also monitors budget and expenditure trends for the organization, tracks financial commitments, and future expenseCompetenciesAttention to Detail: The ability to be accurate when handling financial data. This prevents mistakes and reduces the occurrence of errors.Curiosity: Being interested in what is going on and asking questions. This supports the task of explaining costs that are irregular or unique. This also assists in information discovery and understanding documents such as vendor invoices or purchase anization: The ability to organize and store records in a manner that makes retrieval and accessibility easy. Integrity: Apply honesty and transparency every day to build trust and the production of an excellent work product. To be ethical, principled, as well as legally responsible.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProcesses invoices and expense reports on a weekly basisUses company accounting system(s) to record day to day financial transactionsAcquainted with company's chart of accounts in order to appropriately ledger expenses in the correct accountsPrepares, examines, and analyzes accounting records, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and consistencyFollows company's accounting policies and ensures compliance according to generally accepted accounting practices (GAAP)Analyzes monthly trends in costs, financial commitments, and obligations to project future expensesAssists department managers with preparation of budgetPrepares variance to budget reports for department managers on a monthly basisReviews capital purchase requests and assures adherence to capital policySupports management staff with application of accounting and procurement policies and ensures compliance Supports and recommends accounting process changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness Other duties as assignedQualifications, Education and ExperienceAssociates Degree in Accounting or similar discipline and four years of directly related experience or a minimum of seven years directly related experience is requiredSolid understanding of accounting and general accounting practices is requiredIntermediate experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications is requiredExperienced with accounting software and accounting applications, preferably QuickBooks and Physical Working Conditions and Travel RequirementsStandard office environment, requires mobility and sedentary workLift, push, pull (up to 25 lbs.), climb, crouch, and kneelOvertime may be necessaryTravel Requirement: Limited

Created: 2025-02-22