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SimpleTax & Bookkeeping, LLC About Us SimpleTax & Bookkeeping, LLC is a trusted New Jersey-based firm with over 25 years of experience providing tax preparation, bookkeeping, and business support services. We work with small businesses, contractors, and commercial clients across a variety of industries, including property management, construction, retail, and restaurants. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced and highly organized Bookkeeper to join our team and help us provide excellent service to our growing client base. Position Overview We're seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Bookkeeper with at least 2 years of professional bookkeeping experience. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records, is highly organized, and understands how bookkeeping connects to a business's broader tax obligations. The ideal candidate will have experience with quarterly tax filings and payments , including federal, state, and sales taxes, as well as a solid understanding of income tax concepts and how bookkeeping impacts tax preparation. Experience working with contractors, retail businesses, and restaurants is a strong plus. This is an in-person position , with the opportunity to work from either our Princeton, NJ or Bloomfield, NJ office. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day bookkeeping operations for a portfolio of small-business clients Maintain accurate and organized financial records Record and categorize income and expenses Reconcile bank and credit card accounts Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable Review transactions for accuracy and identify discrepancies Prepare financial reports, including Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet statements Prepare and support quarterly tax filings and payments , including federal, state, and sales taxes Assist with income tax preparation and provide bookkeeping support to the tax team Communicate with clients to obtain documentation and clarify financial transactions Support month-end and year-end bookkeeping processes Ensure client books are accurate, complete, and properly organized for tax preparation Support bookkeeping needs for clients across a variety of industries Collaborate with leadership to improve bookkeeping processes and client service as the company scales Qualifications 2+ years of professional bookkeeping experience Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles Experience with quarterly tax filings and payments, including federal, state, and sales taxes Working knowledge of income tax and tax preparation Fluency in English and Spanish preferred Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Excel, and Google Sheets Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience working with contractors, retail businesses, or restaurants is a plus Experience working with multiple small-business clients is preferred What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and takes ownership of their work . The right candidate should enjoy digging into financial records, identifying discrepancies, and making sure client books are accurate and complete. This role requires more than basic bookkeeping. We're looking for someone who understands the relationship between bookkeeping, quarterly tax obligations, and income tax preparation and can proactively identify issues before they become problems. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with small-business owners and understanding the unique financial and tax needs of different types of businesses. Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Full-time position Paid Time Off (PTO) Health insurance for eligible full-time employees Opportunity for professional growth and advancement Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of small-business clients Collaborative and growing work environment Location Princeton, NJ or Bloomfield, NJ In-person position

Pay:

$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person