Bookkeeper Job Descriptions, Average Salary, Interview Questions

[Your Company Name] is looking for a part-time bookkeeper to join our team. The bookkeeper will be required to be knowledgeable of accounting software. The bookkeeper will be responsible for keeping track of and recording financial records and company financial data. The ideal candidate will be knowledge and information-oriented, with a deep understanding of tax measures as well as a good ability to pick up company policy. If you are hired, you will be required to report to the CFO of the company with any accounting errors or issues, and keep track of payroll data. If this position sounds like it could be for you, don’t hesitate to apply. We are an easy-going team and are looking forward to adding a new member.

Typical duties and responsibilities

• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process
• Bring the books to the trial balance stage
• Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct daybook, supplier’s ledger, customer ledger, and general ledger
• Perform partial checks of the posting process
• Complete tax forms
• Enter data, maintain records, and launch reports and financial statements
• Monitor office expenses and tally and enter cash receipts
• Coordinate bank deposits and report financial results regularly to management

Education and experience

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

Required skills and qualifications

• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable and receivable principles
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Extensive experience with data entry, record keeping, and computer operation

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Accounting certificates preferred
• Organized and detail oriented
• Experience with QuickBooks

Responsibilities will include

• Record day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process on assigned accounts
• Track and meet all filing deadlines for clients
• Preparation of fixed asset and depreciation schedules for reporting and tax purposes.
• Complete year end processes
• Able to complete all facets of account reconciliation as requested
• Understand acceptable inaccuracies when weighed against cost efficiencies
• Ability to recognize various needs and accommodate for different client types/industries
• Prepare and file sales, use, property, tax returns, etc.
• Assist account manager with production of accurate financial statements
• Understand and identifies payroll entries and issues
• Accurately track activities and workflow assignments
• Ability to follow up with clients on a consistent basis for items needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
• Proficiency in English and in MS Office
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
• Ability to speak clearly, consistently, and respectfully with our clients
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; Higher education preferred

Experience

2 years of bookkeeping experience preferred

Special training and knowledge

Knowledge of accounting & A/P software (CS Professional Suite, QB, and Bill.com), Microsoft Office knowledge. Creative Solutions accounting software. We are willing to train on accounting software for right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist with AP/AR functions
• Create and import AP/AR data entries into finance system
• Review invoices, deposits, checks, and reimbursements
• Handle vendor communication or correspondence via phone or email
• Reconcile accounts by identify errors in postings
• Assist with fiscal year audits

Qualifications

• Bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable experience
• Knowledge and proficiency in MS Excel and pivot tables
• Knowledge of financial software operations
• Ability to analyze financial information and reports
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with a knack for collaboration
• Identify as a problem solver, a question asker, and an open communicator
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and strong follow through
• Work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently
• Manage multiple tasks in fast-paced work environment and meet deadlines

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality books efficiently for our customers
• Delight customers with expert guidance and support
• Manage customer deadlines and expectations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Work with our product and engineering teams to define and evolve our bookkeeping processes

About you

Our ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter and who possesses all of the following:

• B.S. or M.S. in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• A love of problem solving and making teams and processes more efficient
• Delight in providing an exceptional customer experience
• 1-2 years of work experience in the accounting industry a plus, but not required