Full Charge Bookkeeper
Robert Half · Harwinton, CT · 1 wk ago
On-siteAccountingFull-time
Direct-hire, permanent position. Fully onsite role, 5 days per week in office (up to 30-minute commute radius ideal).
About the role
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations for the business, reporting directly to the President. This is a fully hands-on position with sole ownership of the company’s accounting.
Responsibilities
- Oversee end-to-end bookkeeping activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and on schedule.
- Review and reconcile bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts regularly to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Manage the accounts payable process: validate invoices, assign correct coding, and prepare payments within required timelines.
- Handle accounts receivable tasks: issue invoices, apply cash receipts, monitor outstanding balances, and support collection efforts.
- Maintain accurate billing records, including work-in-progress tracking, to support revenue reporting and invoicing accuracy.
- Prepare financial data for internal reporting by gathering information, analyzing account activity, and summarizing results clearly.
- Keep the general ledger current and balanced through consistent posting, account review, and correction of variances.
- Apply accounting guidelines and company procedures to daily work to ensure compliance and reliable financial reporting.
Requirements
- Proven experience performing full-charge bookkeeping in a business environment.
- Hands-on knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and bank reconciliation processes.
- Ability to maintain an accurate general ledger and support month-end financial reporting activities.
- Familiarity with work-in-progress tracking and revenue-related accounting tasks.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, controls, and financial recordkeeping standards.
- High attention to detail with the ability to organize multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in reviewing financial data, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues efficiently.
Benefits
- Strong retirement plan match.
- Paid time off package.