Bookkeeper

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare and record daily, monthly, and year-end journal entries in the general ledger.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper account coding.
• Manage accounts payable (AP) processes, including reviewing invoices, obtaining approvals, and processing vendor payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Manage accounts receivable (AR) functions, including generating invoices, recording customer payments, and monitoring outstanding balances.
• Follow up on overdue accounts and assist with collections activities.
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger account reconciliations.
• Auxiliary with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Maintain supporting documentation for all accounting transactions.
• Prepare financial reports and schedules for management review.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external auditors as needed.
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and variances.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent; supplemented by 5+ years of bookkeeping experience.
• Proven experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, Sage, or similar systems, PLEX ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and double-entry bookkeeping methods.
• Knowledge of corporate accounting practices, including accounts payables/receivables, general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliation.
• Ability to perform bank reconciliations, account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliation accurately.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational skills; proficiency in 10-key typing is preferred.
• Effective communication skills for financial report writing and collaborating with team members on technical accounting issues.