About this role
Bookkeeper – New Windsor, NY
We are looking for a Bookkeeper to support daily accounting operations for a growing organization in New Windsor, New York. This is a contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent for someone who can bring structure, accuracy, and follow-through to a busy accounting environment while helping the team address outstanding work. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing core bookkeeping tasks independently, maintaining reliable financial records, and contributing to a more efficient accounting process.
Responsibilities
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Manage routine bookkeeping activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on schedule.
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Oversee accounts payable tasks, including invoice review, entry, and payment processing.
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Handle accounts receivable activities by applying customer payments, tracking outstanding balances, and following up on collections.
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Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations to maintain accurate and current account balances.
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Support billing, invoicing, and purchase order administration to keep financial operations moving efficiently.
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Maintain organized accounting documentation and update records to reflect the latest financial activity.
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Assist with month-end close preparation by reviewing transactions and resolving discrepancies.
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Partner with internal stakeholders to reduce accounting backlogs and improve workflows related to the Accounting Seed environment.
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Proven experience in bookkeeping or operational accounting within a business environment.
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Hands-on knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payment posting, and collections processes.
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Ability to complete bank reconciliations and account reconciliations with minimal oversight.
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Experience using accounting software; familiarity with Accounting Seed is strongly preferred.
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Salesforce exposure is a plus, and QuickBooks experience would be beneficial.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data entry with strong attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently, stay organized, and manage competing priorities effectively.
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