Junior Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities

Maintaining accounts receivable, document bills, and supporting documentation

Maintaining accounts payable, ensuring timely payment of invoices, confirming validity of the debt, and gathering appropriate approvals

Daily Bank and Credit Card Transaction processing/posting to correct GL and Job Codes

Updating financial records via accounting software

Payroll processing

Analyzing financial statements and preparing balance sheets

Annual 1099 Processing

Organization and maintenance of client files and tax records

Assist with analysis, cash flow and budget preparation

Skills and Qualifications

Attention to detail: The qualified candidate will have to reconcile accounts, noticing any discrepancies and miscalculations. This requires strong observation skills and keen attention to detail. Incorrect information can throw a budget off track and cause incorrect reporting.

Problem-solving skills: The qualified candidate will work closely with the accounting team and upper management. The ability to identify a problem and resolve it appropriately is critical to resolving potential mistakes. Reconciling accounts requires a comparison between reports, accounts, and line items. Locating a discrepancy and resolving the error is easiest when you can identify the problem and take the steps to resolve it without excessive time spent.

Tech-savvy: The qualified candidate will benefit most from being adept with technology. Accounting software, spreadsheet programs, and standard email are all key elements in this type of work. Being comfortable with these programs will enable the candidate to succeed as a Senior Accountant.

Communication: Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively. Phone conversations, written communication via email and formal letters, as well as in-person meetings all require the Senior Accountant to have the ability to convey their ideas, concerns, and solutions in a clear concise manner.

-10+ years of accounting experience

- Spanish required, oral and written.

-QuickBooks knowledge required

-Proficient in Microsoft Office & Excel

-Ability to multitask and meet constant deadlines

-Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. unassisted

-Must be able to maintain confidentiality

-Bachelor’s degree or experience required

-Extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

-Extensive experience with data management, record keeping and web-based applications

-Excellent organizational, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills