Bookkeeper

Description We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Escondido, California. This role is ideal for someone who excels in managing financial records, enjoys working in a dynamic environment, and is committed to delivering precise and trustworthy financial information. The successful candidate will oversee various accounting functions, ensuring the integrity of financial processes while collaborating with a part-time assistant.

Responsibilities:

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using Quick Books Online.

- Manage accounts payable and receivable, including verifying receipts, coding transactions, and processing payments.

- Perform monthly account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.

- Prepare and maintain balance sheets, depreciation schedules, and asset tracking.

- Ensure tax readiness by organizing and preparing financial data for compliance purposes.

- Conduct light collections activities, including friendly reminders and payment follow-ups.

- Oversee financial tracking related to service-based job workflows.

- Safeguard sensitive financial and payroll information with confidentiality and professionalism.

- Provide guidance and oversight to a part-time assistant handling routine bookkeeping tasks. Requirements - Minimum of 5-10 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience, preferably in the service industry.

- Advanced proficiency in Quick Books Online.

- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, including workflows, depreciation schedules, and reconciliations.

- Familiarity with managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and balance sheets.

- Ability to communicate effectively with leadership using accounting terminology.

- Comfortable handling light collections outreach with attention to detail.

- Highly organized, meticulous, and trustworthy in managing financial data.

- Experience mentoring or overseeing entry-level staff is a plus.

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