Full Charge Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting operations and keep financial records accurate, organized, and compliant. This role is based in Louisville, Kentucky, and is ideal for someone who can manage core bookkeeping activities independently while contributing to a reliable month-end and year-end close process. The right candidate will bring strong general ledger knowledge, careful attention to detail, and the ability to handle tax and reconciliation work with consistency.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports, including detailed backup schedules and account tie-outs to support accurate closing activities.
• Reconcile bank activity each day, research discrepancies promptly, and resolve outstanding items to maintain clean cash records.
• Record accounting transactions in the general ledger through well-supported journal entries and ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Coordinate recurring tax remittances each month, submitting payments on time and maintaining proper records for compliance purposes.
• Complete quarterly payroll tax filings with accuracy and according to required deadlines.
• Prepare and submit quarterly unemployment filings while monitoring supporting payroll data for consistency.
• Assist with year-end payroll processing tasks such as W-2 preparation, distribution, and reconciliation of payroll-related accounts.
• Contribute to accounting process improvements by identifying efficiencies, supporting automation efforts, and assisting with system-related enhancements.
• Help maintain adherence to accounting guidance, tax rules, and company procedures while providing documentation during audit reviews and other information requests.• At least 3 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting with ownership of full-cycle financial tasks.
• Hands-on experience preparing journal entries and working within a general ledger environment.
• Strong background in account reconciliation, including bank reconciliations and resolution of variances.
• Practical knowledge of month-end close procedures and financial statement support.
• Experience preparing payroll tax filings and other recurring tax reports.
• Familiarity with unemployment reporting and year-end payroll documentation such as W-2 support.
• Proficiency using AS400 and other accounting systems or reporting tools.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines with minimal oversight.