Accounting Bookkeeper

Job title: Bookkeeper - Financial Records and Reporting

Seniority: Entry-Level to Experienced

Location: Cincinnati, OH (On-site)

Hours: Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

As a bookkeeper, you will oversee and manage financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance. Your key responsibilities include:

• Recording Financial Transactions: Accurately record all income, expenses, and financial activities using accounting software.
• Maintaining General Ledger: Ensure the accuracy of the general ledger by reconciling accounts and correcting discrepancies.
• Preparing Financial Statements: Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Payroll Processing: Manage payroll operations, including calculating wages, withholding taxes, and issuing payments.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Track invoices, payments, and overdue accounts while maintaining strong vendor and client relationships.
• Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements with internal records to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Budget Monitoring: Assist in tracking budgets, identifying variances, and recommending adjustments.
• Compliance and Audits: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and assist with internal or external audits.
• Expense Management: Monitor expenses and recommend cost-saving measures.

Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

Must-have:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• MUST HAVE Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for vendor and client interactions.

Nice-to-have:

• Certification as a bookkeeper or accounting technician (e.g., CPB or AAT).
• Experience working in [industry-specific context, e.g., retail, healthcare, or nonprofit organizations].
• Familiarity with cloud-based accounting solutions or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Multitasking skills for managing multiple accounts and projects simultaneously.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including creating pivot tables and using formulas.

Success Criteria

To excel in this role, as a bookkeeper you must:

• Consistently produce error-free financial reports within deadlines.
• Maintain a 100% accuracy rate in recording and reconciling financial transactions.
• Exhibit proactive communication to address potential financial discrepancies promptly.
• Demonstrate reliability by adhering to deadlines and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and team members by providing professional and courteous service.

Compensation

Base Salary: $35,000 - $50,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Earnings: Opportunities for performance bonuses tied to achieving financial accuracy benchmarks and deadlines.

Benefits

At Inverse Technology Solutions, we prioritize employee well-being and professional development. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling for work-life balance.
• Simple IRA retirement plan with employer match.