Bookkeeper

Description We are looking for a Bookkeeper to join a legal organization in Syracuse, New York in a contract-to-permanent position. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping financial records organized, supporting day-to-day accounting operations, and working accurately in a deadline-driven environment. The role offers the chance to contribute across core bookkeeping functions while building familiarity with the financial processes that support an organized office.

Responsibilities:

- Maintain accurate financial records by processing daily bookkeeping transactions and updating accounting data in a timely manner.

- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including entering invoices, tracking payments, and resolving routine discrepancies.

- Reconcile bank statements and related financial records to ensure balances are correct and issues are identified promptly.

- Assist with payroll-related bookkeeping tasks and help keep supporting documentation complete and well organized.

- Review financial entries for accuracy, consistency, and proper recordkeeping before finalizing information in the system.

- Manage multiple assignments efficiently while meeting established deadlines and responding to changing business needs.

- Work within Quick Books or similar accounting platforms to complete bookkeeping tasks and adapt to office-specific financial procedures as needed. Requirements - 1-2 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, or a related finance function.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in financial data.

- Solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing tasks effectively.

- Comfortable working under deadlines while managing several responsibilities at once.

- Experience with Quick Books is preferred; candidates with similar accounting software experience and the ability to learn new systems will also be considered.

- Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation processes.

- Prior experience in a nonprofit setting is helpful, though not required.

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