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Assistant Bookkeeper

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Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency

Del Mar, CA (In Person)

$41,600 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 17 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/23/2026

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Assistant Bookkeeper Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency - 5.0 Del Mar, CA Job Details Full-time From $20 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Airtable Preparation of internal financial performance reports Microsoft Excel Attention to detail QuickBooks Online QuickBooks Data entry Organizational skills Productivity software Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a Bookkeeping Assistant who can support the Full-Charge Bookkeeper at a nationally-known literary agency, which conducts business domestically and internationally. Must be detail-oriented, proactive, take direction well, and work quickly and efficiently in a small, fast-paced office environment. Must have a good understanding of basic accounting, have experience creating monthly financial statements, proficiency in Quickbooks Online, Excel, and Word (experience with Airtable is a plus), and be able to meet tight deadlines. Interest in and/or knowledge of book publishing is a major plus. This position will report to both the Bookkeeper and President of the company (and/or the Agency Director). This is an in-person, full-time job (no remote option), located in Del Mar, CA. Salary level based upon experience. A sampling of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Take instruction regarding filing reports and data entry per her precise formatting needs. Insert data into Quickbooks Online. Process operating account expenses. Be able to assess/review credit card statements and log required data. Assist in processing checks, managing autopays, etc. Assist in federal filing reporting of 1099s / 1042s. Answer various finance questions from clients and colleagues, with knowledge, professionalism, and tact. File various business forms. Qualifications Experience with bookkeeping and/or royalties, preferably within the publishing industry. Familiarity with accounting issues and ability to create financial reports. Superior organizational skills, and attention to detail. Proficient in Quickbooks (online), Microsoft Office, and Airtable (a plus). Ability to work with tight deadlines and complete tasks in a timely fashion. Ability to maintain a database. Professional and articulate. Reliable and trustworthy. •
PLEASE NOTE
We are seeking local candidates. We do not encourage relocating for this position. •We would like to receive references with your application.
Pay:
From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health insurance Paid time off
Work Location:
In person