Bookkeeper II

Job Description

Job Description

About the Company

At Current, everything starts with people. We partner with leading accounting firms across the United States, bringing them together through a shared platform that supports their growth while preserving the local identities and client relationships that make each firm unique. Our partner firms combine the close connections of a local team with the resources of a national community, giving professionals access to broader career opportunities, learning, collaboration, and innovative technology. Whether you join Current or one of our partner firms, you’ll be part of a connected team investing in your development and shaping the future of accounting.

Breslow Starling is a Greensboro, North Carolina, accounting and advisory firm with more than 70 years of service to businesses and individuals across the Carolinas and the Southeast. Breslow's work includes accounting, audit, tax planning and preparation, consulting, and small-business support, delivered with a hands-on, personal approach. As a Current member firm, Breslow Starling pairs local responsiveness with the capabilities of a broader platform.

Role Objectives

The Bookkeeper II supports the Client Accounting Services (CAS) team by maintaining accurate financial records and performing day-to-day bookkeeping activities for multiple clients. This role is responsible for transaction processing, account reconciliations, journal entries, payroll recording, and supporting monthly financial close processes. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on bookkeeping experience, proficiency with QuickBooks Online, and the ability to independently manage recurring accounting responsibilities while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, categorize, and record daily financial transactions, including cash receipts, disbursements, credit card activity, and general ledger entries, ensuring accurate and timely financial records.

• Prepare monthly bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations; investigate discrepancies and make necessary adjustments.

• Prepare and post journal entries, including payroll-related entries, accruals, and other routine adjustments.

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice processing, payment tracking, and maintaining accurate supporting schedules.

• Assist with payroll accounting, sales tax filings, and related compliance documentation as needed.

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes, including preparation of financial schedules, workpapers, and supporting documentation.

• Communicate directly with clients to request financial information, resolve discrepancies, and respond to routine bookkeeping inquiries.

• Maintain organized digital financial records, identify process improvements, and collaborate with the CAS team to ensure accurate and efficient client service.

Informatics & Data Reporting

• General ledger transaction detail, account coding, and supporting documentation for client financial records

• Monthly bank and credit card reconciliation reports, including outstanding transactions and identified discrepancies

• Accounts payable and accounts receivable schedules, including invoice tracking, payment activity, and aging reports

• Journal entry documentation, including payroll entries, accruals, adjustments, and supporting schedules

• Month-end and year-end close workpapers, reconciliation schedules, and financial reporting support

• Payroll accounting records and sales tax reporting documentation, as applicable

• Client document request and follow-up tracking to ensure timely receipt of financial information

• Organized digital workpapers and financial records maintained in accordance with firm standards

Skill / Knowledge Requirements

• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Online, including transaction processing, reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance

• Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, general ledger accounting, and monthly closing procedures

• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll-related accounting

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and common accounting software applications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, client-service-oriented approach

• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and consistently produce accurate financial records

Professional Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on bookkeeping or accounting experience

• Demonstrated experience managing general ledger transactions, reconciliations, and monthly close activities

• Experience using QuickBooks Online in a professional accounting or bookkeeping capacity

• Preferred: Experience working in a CPA firm, public accounting environment, or outsourced accounting practice

• Preferred: Experience supporting multiple small to midsize business clients

• Preferred: Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Preferred: QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor certification or equivalent advanced QuickBooks experience

• Preferred: Experience with payroll accounting, sales tax filings, and preparation of financial statements

Physical & Cognitive Demands

• Ability to work for extended periods at a computer and perform repetitive keyboard/mouse tasks

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing financial transactions and accounting records

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize competing responsibilities, and maintain focus during recurring accounting cycles

• Ability to analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and apply sound judgment to routine accounting issues

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal team members regarding financial records, outstanding items, and accounting needs

Work Environment Including Travel

• Hybrid position based in Greensboro, NC, with in-office attendance required based on firm and client service needs

• Work is performed primarily in a professional office or remote office environment using computers and accounting software

• Ability to work additional hours during month-end, quarter-end, or year-end closing periods as business needs require

• Travel is not routinely expected; occasional local travel may be required for client meetings or firm-related activities (0–5%)

Compensation & Benefits

The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.

Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.

We provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)

• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance

• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions

• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning
  

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.