Part Time Bookkeeper

Part Time Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant (CPA Firm Experience Required)Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant with prior CPA firm experience and advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online. This role supports multiple clients across a variety of industries and requires strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations, detailed account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations for multiple clients

• Deliver full-cycle bookkeeping services, including:

• Downloading and categorizing transactions in QuickBooks

• Creating and maintaining bank rules for efficiency and accuracy

• Preparing and posting journal entries and general ledger adjustments

• Support month-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records

• Assist with payroll processing, including:

• Reviewing client payroll reports

• Recording payroll entries in QuickBooks for in-house processed payroll

• Prepare financial reports to support client decision-making

• Generate and assist with specialty reports, including:

• Property tax renditions

• Commercial insurance audit reports

• Sales tax reporting and filings

• Maintain and track accounts receivable and client billing, including:

• Preparing monthly client invoices

• Monitoring outstanding receivables

• Support tax preparation processes, including:

• Entering 1040 client data into systems (e.g., Access)

• Tracking return status and following up on missing documentation

• Preparing 1099s and assisting with tax compliance

• Organize and maintain client records and documentation

• Track and report time entries for billing purposes

Required Qualifications

• Required: Prior experience working in a CPA firm environment

• Required: Strong proficiency in both QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online (Advisor/Trainer level preferred)

• Solid understanding of GAAP and double-entry accounting principles

• Experience with:

• Bank reconciliations

• General ledger accounting

• Journal entries

• Accounts payable/receivable

• Month-end close

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

• Strong data entry skills (10-key proficiency preferred)

• High attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with tax filings and compliance

• Familiarity with Access and Outlook

• Experience handling multi-client workloads

Additional Requirements

• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Willingness to assist with filing and handling physical documents as needed

Top Skills

• QuickBooks Desktop & QuickBooks Online

• CPA Firm Experience

• Bookkeeping & Reconciliation

• GAAP Accounting

• Microsoft Excel

• Tax Support & Compliance

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesquite, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mesquite,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.