Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support payment posting, accounts payable activities, and routine accounting operations for a Contract position based in Columbia, South Carolina. This role works closely with loan administration and internal teams to ensure incoming funds are recorded accurately, invoices move through approval promptly, and vendor payments are completed on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate clearly across departments while maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities:
• Record and track incoming funds each day to maintain accurate payment activity and support complete financial documentation.
• Post received payments in the servicing system and verify that transactions are applied correctly to the appropriate accounts.
• Support daily cash reconciliation efforts by reviewing payment activity, identifying discrepancies, and helping resolve issues before close of business.
• Update account records when directed by servicing or investor guidance, ensuring adjustments are documented accurately.
• Review payoff information, enter final payments, and initiate the required follow-up process for payoff documentation.
• Investigate payment-related questions, respond to research requests, and provide clear explanations regarding payment application and account history.
• Receive vendor invoices, log outstanding payables, route items for approval, and address exceptions such as duplicate or unauthorized charges.
• Prepare and issue payments to vendors, maintain payable files, and communicate regularly to close out monthly invoice activity.
• Assist with bank account balancing and support correction of posting errors or other variances as needed.
• Contribute to escrow, utility, and other daily accounting tasks to help ensure timely and accurate payment processing.• Experience in bookkeeping with hands-on responsibility for payment processing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable activities.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks or similar accounting software, along with confidence using financial systems to enter and track transactions.
• Ability to perform bank reconciliations and research discrepancies with accuracy and urgency.
• Familiarity with posting payments, maintaining organized financial records, and handling invoice workflows from receipt through payment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple departments and with vendors.
• High attention to detail and a consistent approach to maintaining accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow established procedures, and exercise sound judgment when resolving payment or invoice issues.