Full Charge Bookkeeper

Location: Parsippany

Description

A growing small business in the Parsippany area is seeking an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to take ownership of the company's day-to-day accounting operations. This Full Charge Bookkeeper role is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, self-sufficient bookkeeper who enjoys working independently, taking ownership of the books, and serving as the go-to accounting resource for a small, close-knit organization. The ideal Full Charge Bookkeeper will be comfortable operating in a stand-alone bookkeeping role, managing the accounting function from A-Z with minimal day-to-day supervision.

If this Full Charge Bookkeeper has prior Quick Books Online experience it is preferred but not required. This Full Charge Bookkeeper position offers a collaborative work environment, strong work-life balance, and flexible scheduling.

Full Charge Bookkeeper Responsibilities

+ Take ownership of the company's day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting operations, ensuring financial records are accurate, organized, and up to date.

+ Manage the general ledger, including journal entries, account coding, accruals, and adjustments.

+ Handle month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations, supporting schedules, and preparation for external review.

+ Perform regular bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations and research/resolve discrepancies.

+ Manage the full accounts payable process, including invoice entry, approvals, vendor communications, and payments.

+ Manage accounts receivable, including customer invoicing, payment posting, aging reports, and collection follow-up.

+ Prepare monthly P& L statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and other financial reporting for company leadership.

+ Monitor cash flow, outstanding receivables, payables, and other key financial activity.

+ Maintain organized and accurate financial records and documentation.

+ Serve as the primary accounting contact for the company and work directly with ownership and management on financial matters.

+ Coordinate with the company's outside CPA/accountant on month-end adjustments, year-end close, tax preparation, and other accounting needs.

+ Utilize Quick Books Online for daily bookkeeping, reporting, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance.

+ Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies as the business continues to grow.

+ Handle additional accounting and administrative responsibilities as needed.

This Full Charge Bookkeeper position is paying between $70,000 and $80,000 annually per year depending on experience. If interested in this Full Charge Bookkeeper role apply today!

Requirements

+ 5+ years of full-charge bookkeeping or small-business accounting experience.

+ Comfortable being the sole or primary accounting professional within a small organization.

+ Able to independently manage the books from AP and AR through reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting.

+ Strong understanding of debits/credits, general ledger accounting, and financial statements.

+ Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.

+ Comfortable working directly with business owners and senior leadership.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently.

+ Quick Books Online experience preferred, but not required.

+ Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.

+ Local to the Parsippany, NJ area preferred.

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