Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper - Accounting Job Description

Company Overview

Degler-Whiting has been serving schools and commercial facilities for more than 70 years as a trusted representative of leading manufacturers. We provide equipment solutions including athletic equipment, bleachers, lockers, scoreboards, operable partitions, and auditorium seating, with a specialty focus on commercial gymnasium construction projects, installation, service, and system support.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized bookkeeper to support the day-to-day financial operations of our second generation, family owned business. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, assisting with accounts payable and receivable, and supporting month-end reporting. The ideal candidate has prior experience with construction businesses, is dependable, eager to learn, performs the work in a highly reliable and accurate manner and is comfortable working with accounting software and spreadsheets.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Record and maintain daily financial transactions
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare invoices and follow up on outstanding payments
• Assist with payroll processing and employee expense reimbursement
• Assist with generating financial reports
• Maintain organized financial documentation and filing systems
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations
• Communicate with vendors and customers regarding billing questions
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and reports
• Assist with any other duties and projects management as requested by the management team  

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper or similar accounting role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in accounting software (Computer Ease preferred) and Microsoft Excel
• Diligent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Ability to understand and follow directions

Certifications/ Licenses

• Notary license to provide those services for the office as requested. (Preferred)  

Education and Experience

• Preferred 2 year degree, a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent required; coursework in accounting, bookkeeping, or business administration preferred
• 5+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or related experience

Physical Demands and Work Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift and move office supplies up to 20 pounds

Please submit your resume to ***email_hidden*** and include your salary requirements. Thank you for your interest in Degler Whiting.

Degler-Whiting, Inc.