Bookkeeper

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support accurate financial operations for our team in Hawthorne, New York. This role is responsible for maintaining organized records, processing day-to-day accounting activity, and helping leadership stay informed through timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with bookkeeping functions and is comfortable managing transactions, reconciliations, and payroll-related support with a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities:
• Maintain complete and accurate records of daily accounting activity, including incoming payments, outgoing invoices, and other routine financial entries in accounting systems.
• Review financial information for correctness, assign transactions to the proper categories, and post updates to ensure reliable records.
• Perform recurring reconciliations for bank accounts and related ledgers, identifying inconsistencies and resolving issues promptly.
• Support payroll administration by preparing required information, tracking compensation details, and helping ensure employees are paid correctly and on schedule.
• Produce standard financial documents such as balance sheets, income statements, and other recurring reports for internal review.
• Track spending patterns and assist with budget-related reporting by highlighting variances, risks, and opportunities to better manage costs.
• Maintain well-organized documentation for invoices, account activity, and supporting records in alignment with company and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with management and cross-functional teams to provide financial information, answer bookkeeping questions, and assist with audit or tax preparation activities.• Proven experience in bookkeeping, including hands-on responsibility for day-to-day financial recordkeeping.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and confidence using accounting software to manage transactions and reporting.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Experience completing bank reconciliations with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with payroll support tasks, financial documentation, and standard reporting practices.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles, compliance expectations, and financial controls.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.