About this role
Job Title: Bookkeeper
Reports To: Staff Accountant
Position Overview
As a Bookkeeper, you will play a key role in supporting the company’s core business operations, with a primary focus on full-cycle accounting and the month-end close. This position demands a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work independently while reporting directly to the Staff Accountant.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Full-Cycle Accounting: Manage Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and basic reconciliations.
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Close Processes: Assist with components of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
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Journal Entries: Prepare and post manual journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and allocations.
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Reconciliations & Audits: Assist with intercompany reconciliations and prepare supporting schedules for external auditors.
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Financial Analysis: Help investigate variances identified during monthly budget-vs-actual analysis.
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Ad-hoc Projects: Perform other duties and projects reasonably related to the role as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
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Experience: 2–3 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior experience assisting with a full-cycle close.
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Technical Proficiency:
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).
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Previous experience with accounting systems like QuickBooks Online (QBO) or Xero.
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Knowledge of GAAP and relevant regulatory compliance.
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Soft Skills:
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High ethical standards for handling confidential information with discretion.
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Excellent organizational, time management, and data analysis skills.
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Strong oral and written communication skills.
Software & Tools
The role utilizes a modern tech stack, including:
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Finance: QuickBooks, Xero, Joiin, LiveFlow, Stripe
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Productivity: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Slack
Physical Requirements
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Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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Regularly required to see, talk, and hear.
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Frequent use of hands/fingers to handle objects, type, or use tools.