SENIOR FULL-CHARGE BOOKKEEPER

Part-Time | On-Site |

Covina, California Pay:

$30.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected Hours:

20-30 per week

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are an established tax and accounting practice in Covina, California, seeking a highly experienced, detail-oriented, and organized Senior Full-Charge Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of seven years of professional bookkeeping experience, advanced proficiency in BOTH QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online, and strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and income tax-basis accounting. This position requires an individual who can independently manage multiple business clients, communicate directly with clients, recognize accounting discrepancies, and prepare accurate financial statements. This is an on-site, part-time position requiring approximately 20-30 hours per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Independently manage full-charge bookkeeping for multiple business clients. Perform monthly bank, credit card, loan, and general ledger reconciliations. Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Maintain accounting records in accordance with GAAP or the income tax basis of accounting, as applicable. Identify and reconcile book-to-tax differences. Prepare adjusting journal entries and year-end accounting adjustments. Maintain and review accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll liabilities, and fixed asset schedules. Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies. Communicate directly and professionally with clients regarding financial information, missing documentation, and accounting questions. Coordinate with our tax preparation team to ensure financial records are complete and accurate for business tax return preparation. Maintain detailed, organized client files and supporting documentation. Manage multiple client assignments while meeting established deadlines.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of seven years of professional, hands-on full-charge bookkeeping experience. Advanced proficiency in BOTH QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online. Strong working knowledge of GAAP and income tax-basis accounting. Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing financial statements. Experience independently managing bookkeeping for multiple business clients. Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and adjusting journal entries. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organization. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with clients. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive financial information. Availability to work on-site at our Covina office.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Active California Tax Education Council (CTEC) registration or an active Enrolled Agent (EA) credential. Previous experience working for an Enrolled Agent, CPA, or established tax and accounting practice. Experience with QuickBooks Enterprise. Experience preparing individual and business income tax returns. Familiarity with Drake Tax software. Knowledge of California payroll and sales tax reporting. Experience preparing year-end tax adjustments and supporting schedules. Experience identifying and correcting prior-period accounting discrepancies.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are seeking an experienced accounting professional, not an entry-level bookkeeper or someone whose experience is primarily limited to transaction entry. The successful candidate will understand the financial records they maintain, recognize potential accounting issues, take ownership of assigned clients, and deliver accurate and timely financial information. The ability to communicate directly with business owners, maintain exceptionally organized records, and manage multiple assignments independently is essential.

COMPENSATION AND SCHEDULE

Starting Pay:

$30.00-$45.00 per hour.

Expected Hours:

20-30 hours per week.

Employment Type:

Part-time.

Work Location:

On-site in Covina, California. Compensation will be based on experience, demonstrated accounting proficiency, professional qualifications, and professional references or recommendations.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should submit a current resume detailing their professional bookkeeping experience, QuickBooks Desktop and Online proficiency, relevant accounting experience, and any professional tax credentials. Qualified candidates may be asked to complete a practical accounting assessment covering account reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, financial statement preparation, and GAAP versus tax-basis accounting. Professional references may be requested during the hiring process. Applicants must meet the minimum seven-year experience requirement and demonstrate proficiency in both QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online.

Pay:

$30.00 - $45.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 - 30.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time

Work Location:

In person