Full Charge Bookkeeper - Job Description

Position Summary

The Full Charge Bookkeeper is responsible for managing all aspects of the company's accounting cycle from daily financial entries to month-end and year-end close. This role oversees accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and general ledger accuracy. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of working independently with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow reports.
• Manage journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process vendor invoices, expense reports, and payments.
• Manage customer billing, collections, and cash receipts.
• Reconcile AP/AR aging reports and resolve discrepancies.

Payroll

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations and submit payroll-related filings.
• Maintain employee payroll records and manage deductions, benefits contributions, and garnishments.

Banking & Cash Management

• Complete weekly and monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Monitor cash flow and provide cash analysis reports.
• Manage petty cash and deposits.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare internal financial reports for management.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Support CPA or external auditors during audits or tax preparation.

Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential financial records.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.

Qualifications

Required

• 3-5 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting and general ledger processes.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage, etc.).
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, reconciliation tools).
• High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience in multi-entity or multi-location accounting.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Experience working with CPAs and supporting audits.

Key Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of accuracy and integrity
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision