Bookkeeper

Job Description:

Bookkeeper About Us

At Balanced Books, LLP, we are a fast-growing firm dedicated to providing exceptional bookkeeping services. Based in California’s Central Valley, we support small and medium-sized businesses locally and nationwide with accurate, timely, and insightful financial services. We believe in creating a professional yet enjoyable work environment, where people are our greatest asset. We invest in your development through ongoing training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities, empowering you to grow and advance in your career.

At Balanced Books, you’re not just an employee; you’re a valued part of our team. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow with a thriving company, we’d love to meet you.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with at least 1–2 years of bookkeeping or related experience to join our growing team. We welcome candidates across a range of backgrounds and experience levels and provide structured onboarding, ongoing training, and mentorship to support your growth. This role is responsible for managing client financial records, ensuring accuracy in bookkeeping processes, and delivering timely and reliable financial reporting.

The ideal candidate is organized, attentive to detail, and committed to excellent client service. The ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently is key, and something we will continue to develop together.

• Financial Record Management:
  • Maintain and manage client accounting records using Quick Books Desktop and/or Quick Books Online.
  • Record and categorize financial transactions, including invoices, bills, journal entries, and adjustments.
  • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including bill payments and invoicing.
  • Reconcile bank and credit card accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Manage client data across multiple platforms, including Quick Books, QBO, Excel, Word, Keeper, and other systems.
  • Review financial reports such as balance sheets and income statements for accuracy.
  • Assist with preparation and organization of financial data for reporting purposes.
  • Identify, research, and resolve discrepancies, variances, and unusual transactions.
  • Maintain accurate and organized balance sheet support and documentation.
• Client Interaction and Customer Service:
  • Communicate professionally with clients via phone, email, and meetings as needed.
  • Respond to client inquiries in a timely, clear, and accurate manner.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships through reliable and consistent service.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date client records in both digital and physical formats when applicable.
• Workflow, Deadlines & Administrative Responsibilities:
  • Manage assigned client workload and meet internal and external deadlines.
  • Track and record time accurately for billing purposes.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of all financial work performed.
  • Research and resolve discrepancies or issues in client financial data.
  • Follow company policies and procedures related to data security, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Team Collaboration and Independence:
  • Work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple client accounts.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure consistent and high-quality service delivery.
  • Demonstrate initiative in problem-solving and process execution.
  • Contribute to a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in financial data.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Ability to learn new software, systems, and processes quickly.
• Reliability and accountability in day-to-day work.
• Analytical mindset and a willingness to research and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and ask questions when something doesn’t add up.
• Comfort with technology and a demonstrated ability to learn new systems and software.

• 1–2 years of bookkeeping, accounting, or closely related experience (paid, volunteer, or internship).
• Basic…