Experienced Bookkeeper

Advance Your Career as an Experienced Bookkeeper with a Respected CPA Firm

Opportunity Overview:

C. Malcolm Smith & Company is seeking an experienced, detail-focused Bookkeeper to join our in-person team in West Lawn, PA. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled accounting professional, full-charge bookkeeper, or accounting specialist who enjoys meaningful client work, variety across industries, and the support of an established public accounting environment. You will build trusted client relationships while applying your bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting expertise in a role where accuracy and initiative are valued.

What You Will Do:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities for clients in multiple industries, ensuring complete, timely, and accurate records.
• Record cash receipts, cash disbursements, sales invoices, accounts payable, and accounts receivable transactions within accounting software.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, general ledger reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, and month-end close documentation.
• Process payroll, assist with payroll tax returns, and support clients with payroll-related questions and recordkeeping needs.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and financial reports that help clients understand their business performance.
• Provide responsive computer and accounting software support while maintaining professional, service-oriented client communication.
• Travel to client offices when needed to deliver hands-on bookkeeping and accounting assistance.

Required Qualifications:

• You bring demonstrated bookkeeping or accounting experience, including hands-on responsibility for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activity.
• You have strong QuickBooks expertise and can confidently use Microsoft Office applications and spreadsheets to organize financial information.
• You understand Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, journal entries, bank reconciliations, and the preparation of month-end financial statements.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with clients and colleagues, both verbally and in writing.
• You are highly organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple client priorities with exceptional attention to detail.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with QuickBooks and other accounting software is essential for success in this bookkeeping and financial reporting role.
• Knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial statements, and spreadsheet-based reporting will help you make an immediate impact.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working in a CPA firm, public accounting firm, or professional services environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience with ProSeries Tax software, inventory accounting, or supporting tax preparation processes is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers an hourly pay range of $20 to $28 per hour , based on experience and qualifications. Eligible benefits include life insurance, a 401(k), holiday pay, paid time off, and sick leave.

About the Company:

C. Malcolm Smith & Company is a Certified public accounting firm providing accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and related professional services. You will join a collaborative team that values professionalism, client trust, and dependable results. This is a place where your accounting knowledge matters, your contributions support real businesses, and you can continue developing your career within a respected local firm.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

C. Malcolm Smith & Company is an equal opportunity employer and values a workplace built on respect, inclusion, and professional opportunity for all qualified candidates.

Apply Today:

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper ready to bring your QuickBooks, payroll, reconciliation, and financial reporting skills to a supportive CPA firm, apply today and take the next step in your accounting career.