Bookkeeper

Description

Our client in Waterbury, Connecticut is seeking a Temporary Part-Time Bookkeeper to provide hands-on support to their accounting team three days per week. This opportunity is well suited for a detail-oriented and dependable accounting professional with experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general bookkeeping functions. Based on general knowledge.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

+ Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

+ Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation.

+ Review invoices for appropriate approvals and general ledger coding.

+ Enter invoice data into the accounting or ERP system.

+ Assist with check runs and vendor payment processing.

+ Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.

+ Respond to vendor questions related to invoices and payment status.

+ Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation.

Accounts Receivable

+ Prepare and send customer invoices.

+ Post customer payments and maintain accurate receivables records.

+ Monitor aging reports and assist with collections follow-up.

+ Contact customers regarding outstanding and past-due balances.

+ Research and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.

+ Assist with customer account reconciliations.

+ Maintain complete and accurate customer account documentation.

General Accounting Support

+ Assist with bank reconciliations and other account reconciliations.

+ Support month-end close and related accounting activities.

+ Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.

+ Partner with the accounting team to meet deadlines and departmental needs.

+ Provide backup support across accounting functions as needed.

+ Complete additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

Requirements

+ Previous bookkeeping or accounting support experience required.

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Experience with both accounts payable and accounts receivable.

+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

+ Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

+ Proficiency with accounting software or ERP systems and Microsoft Excel preferred.

+ Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with internal staff and vendors/customers.

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