Part Time Accounting Assistant/Bookkeeper

Job Description Department: Finance & Accounting Reports to: President Location: On-site (hybrid) Employment Type: Part-time About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records for our manufacturing operations. This role supports day-to-day accounting across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and inventory-related transactions, and works closely with production, purchasing, and management to keep financial data timely and reliable. Key Responsibilities Record daily financial transactions in the general ledger and maintain accurate books in accordance with GAAP Process accounts payable, including vendor invoice matching (PO, receipt, invoice), coding, and payment runs Manage accounts receivable: prepare customer invoices, apply payments, monitor aging, and follow up on collections Reconcile bank, credit card, and loan accounts monthly Support inventory accounting, including tracking raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, and assisting with periodic physical counts and cycle counts Assist with job or standard costing, including recording labor and overhead allocations Process bi-weekly payroll or coordinate with the payroll provider; maintain records for hourly and shift-based employees Track and record fixed assets, depreciation, and capital equipment purchases Prepare sales tax, use tax, and other regulatory filings in coordination with company accountant Assist with month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules Maintain organized records for audits, tax preparation, and lender reporting Identify and help resolve discrepancies, and recommend improvements to accounting processes and controls Qualifications Required Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing, distribution, or another inventory-based environment Strong understanding of full-cycle bookkeeping, debits/credits, and reconciliations Proficiency with accounting or ERP software (e.g., QuickBooks Enterprise, Sage, NetSuite, Epicor, or similar) Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups) High accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines Preferred Experience with cost accounting, bill of materials, or inventory valuation Familiarity with multi-entity or multi-location accounting Certified Bookkeeper (AIPB) or working toward an accounting credential Skills & Attributes Organized and self-directed, with strong time management Clear communicator, able to work with shop-floor supervisors, vendors, and leadership Discreet handling of confidential financial and payroll information Problem-solver who takes ownership of the numbers Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience Opportunity for growth within the finance team including full-time employment #J-18808-Ljbffr Scaletron Industries LTD