Accounting Services Staff

About the role

Performs various accounting and bookkeeping functions for clients of the firm; records transactions within established systems and procedures; and helps generate financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Verifies and enters details of transactions as they occur in computerized accounting system.
• Prepares monthly financial statements accurately and timely.
• Prepares appropriate schedules and reports as requested.
• Handles daily/monthly accounting, including disbursements.
• Prepares payroll and all payroll tax returns on timely basis.
• Prepares sales tax returns.
• Prepares bank reconciliations monthly.
• Researches accounts payable and accounts receivable issues as needed.
• Files accounting and legal records within established systems and procedures.

Requirements

• College course work in accounting is preferred.
• Must be client attentive with a high degree of professionalism.
• Client oriented and ability to communicate and focus on individual client needs.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience related to a computerized accounting system, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and financial reports.
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
• Proficiency with computer and other general office equipment.
• Understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements of processing payroll accounting transactions and payroll returns.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely - verbally and in writing.
• Works with confidential matters and requires ability to keep matters confidential.

Skills

• Knowledge of QuickBooks software necessary.
• Knowledge of other accounting software, including Creative Solutions is beneficial.