Accounting Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Oakland, CA (Conveniently located near a BART station)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus Opportunities

Work Schedule:

• Monday–Friday
• 8-hour shifts

In-Office Position:

• Office conveniently located near a BART station for an easy commute.
• Must reliably commute to Oakland, CA or plan to relocate before starting work.

About FMS Solutions:

FMS Solutions provides accounting, technology, payroll, tax, and advisory services to high-end Michelin-caliber restaurants and independent restaurateurs across the country.

Our services include:

• Managed Accounting Services
• Payroll Processing
• Automated Bank Reconciliations
• Proprietary SaaS Financial Applications
• Tax Services
• Fractional Accounting & Advisory Services

Position Overview:

FMS Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our growing team in our Oakland office.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records, and enjoys working collaboratively with both clients and internal team members. You'll play an important role in maintaining accurate books while supporting multiple restaurant clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain bookkeeping records for a portfolio of client accounts.
• Record sales, accounts payable, payroll, and other financial transactions.
• Post transactions to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Perform weekly check runs.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including:
• Bank reconciliations
• Inventory adjustments
• Accruals
• Journal entries
• Communicate professionally with clients and vendors.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records.
• Support senior accounting staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Required

• Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of debits, credits, and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable learning new software and technology.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Preferred:

• QuickBooks Certification or QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certification.
• Restaurant accounting experience.
• Experience managing multiple client accounts.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

If you're looking to join a stable, growing company that values teamwork and professional development, we'd love to hear from you.

FMS Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.