Bookkeeper

Job Description

We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Bookkeeper based in Washington, District of Columbia. In this role, you will be entrusted with the responsibility of maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring financial data accuracy. The industry we operate in is dynamic and fast-paced, making it a challenging and rewarding workplace.

Responsibilities:

• Safeguard financial information by completing database backups

• Keep track of all financial transactions by accurately recording them

• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy

• Employ QuickBooks for managing and processing financial data

• Regularly reconcile accounts payable and receivable

• Take charge of data entry tasks related to bookkeeping

• Utilize Microsoft Excel for managing data and creating reports

• Manage payroll operations ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Oversee the month-end close process

• Collaborate with team members and liaise with vendors as necessary to resolve issues• Possess strong skills in Account Reconciliation, ensuring all financial transactions are accurate and up-to-date.

• Have a solid understanding and experience with Accounts Payable (AP) procedures, including invoice processing and payment.

• Proficient in handling Accounts Receivable (AR), including invoicing, collections, and revenue recognition.

• Experienced in performing Bank Reconciliations to verify the company's records align with bank statements.

• Proven track record in Bookkeeping, maintaining accurate and complete financial records.

• Capable of performing efficient Data Entry tasks, ensuring accuracy and speed.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, comfortable with functions, formulas, charts, and pivot tables.

• Experienced in Month End Close procedures, ensuring all financial data is recorded and reconciled for the monthly reporting period.

• Should have knowledge and experience in managing Payroll, including processing payments and understanding relevant tax laws.

• Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting software is required, demonstrating capability to handle digital accounting tasks.