Full-Charge Bookkeeper /

Accounting Lead Location:

Shafter, CA—approximately 20 minutes north of Bakersfield.

Job Type:

Full-time, in-office

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. About the Position Balance Bookkeeping is seeking an experienced and highly organized Senior Full-Charge Bookkeeper/Accounting Lead to oversee bookkeeping and month-end accounting. This position is ideal for someone who understands the complete accounting cycle, can manage multiple company files. This is not an entry-level bookkeeping or data-entry position. The right candidate must be capable of maintaining accurate financial records, identifying discrepancies, improving accounting procedures and delivering reliable monthly financial statements.

Primary Responsibilities:

Maintain accurate books for multiple companies using QuickBooks Online Complete monthly bank, credit-card and loan reconciliations Manage and review accounts payable, accounts receivable and deposits Review payroll entries, payroll liabilities and payroll-tax records Lead the month-end closing process for each company Prepare monthly profit-and-loss statements, balance sheets and cash summaries Reconcile intercompany due-to/due-from accounts Review general-ledger activity and correct coding errors Maintain vendor records and assist with annual 1099 preparation Track fixed assets, loans and other balance-sheet accounts Create and maintain accounting checklists, procedures and deadlines Identify missing information and follow up until issues are resolved Prepare accurate year-end schedules and documentation for the outside CPA Assist management with special accounting projects and financial questions Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and company information Required Qualifications Minimum five years of full-charge bookkeeping or comparable accounting experience Advanced experience with QuickBooks Online Demonstrated experience completing bank and credit-card reconciliations Strong understanding of AP, AR, payroll accounting and the general ledger Experience completing month-end closing and preparing financial statements Ability to manage multiple companies and competing deadlines Strong Excel skills Excellent organization, accuracy and follow-through Ability to identify discrepancies and resolve them independently Professional judgment and commitment to confidentiality Preferred Qualifications Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field Experience reviewing or training bookkeeping staff Bilingual in English and Spanish Familiarity with payroll-tax filings, sales-tax reporting and year-end accounting procedures

Pay:

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of full charge bookkeeping experience do you have? Have you independently completed month to end closing & financial statements? How many company files have you managed simultaneously? Are you available to work in shafter office Monday -Friday 8 am -4 pm?

Work Location:

In person