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Cane River Children's Services
Bookkeeper
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A Bookkeeper keeps records of accounts and manages day to day financial recordkeeping. Works for a business or provides bookkeeping services for several smaller organizations or individuals. May be supervised by an accountant. Provides information for financial statements and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$42,963 / year median in Louisiana
-12% projected decline
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to assist in our financial operations and ensure compliance with accounting standards. This role is crucial in managing our accounts receivable, preparing financial statements, and overseeing bookkeeping/accounting practices. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting with two years of experience in accounting, auditing, or grants management; or an Associate's Degree in Accounting Services with 10 years accounting, bookkeeping, grants, and computer network experience. Salary Range Commensurate on education and experience. Responsibilities The Bookkeeeper is primarily responsible for coordinating financial accounts, monitoring program budgets, timely collections, preparing tax statements, and providing administrative support services. Professional responsibilities include application of the following: Enter transactions and post financial information to all agency accounts on a routine basis. Monitor account balances to ensure appropriate use of financial resources. Maintain accurate records of Accounts Receivable for all agency programs, code to appropriate accounts, and ensure prompt deposits; receive and account for all funds. Submits monthly billing statements and reimbursements to the CEO for review. Promptly investigate delinquent accounts. Compute, prepare, and calculate deductions for agency payroll. Maintain payroll information for all agency programs. Prepare accurate payroll taxes and quarterly tax returns: FICA (941), SUTA, FUTA, State withholding, and special assessments in a timely manner. Prepare W-2s and annual updates for employee withholdings. Reconcile monthly bank statements for all agency programs. Pre-audit financial statements and documents for accuracy. Prepare monthly financial statements including Balance Sheets, Disbursement Records, and Income Statements; submit to CEO for review. Compile monthly financial report for Board of Directors. Manage billing and collection process for all contracting agencies and insurance. Maintain current contracts, correspondence, reports, fiscal documents, and filing system for Agency records in secure location. Consult with accountant as needed; follow recommendations and instructions of accounting agency and auditing services. Maintain separate accounting data base for various agency programs. Coordinate computer programming for agency with network administrator. Serve as primary instructor and coordinator for agency computer network. Maintain security of agency records and financial data; backup data weekly. Serve as Chair of Financial Committee for accreditation and complete annual review. Preserve confidentiality of personnel, resident, and Agency business. Assist CEO with administrative and financial services to ensure optimal agency management; report to CEO. Maintain personal and professional development; attend training and seminars to enhance professional skills and best practices in accounting standards. Complete financial reports and fiscal planning for agency grants. Coordinate computer technology needs with Computer Network System Administrator. Reconcile any fundraisers that involve cash. Collect and deposit at least quarterly. Assist CEO with fiscal reports to meet compliance standards. Coordinate office needs with senior leadership and assist with tracking paid time off. Utilize Trauma Informed Care with youth and in professional relationships . Complete training in Trust Based Relational Interventions.