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Zenith American Solutions
Bookkeeper
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What they do
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.
$49,461 / year median in Maryland
-11% projected decline
Job Description
Title:
Bookkeeper Department:
Trust Accounting Position Type:
Non-Exempt Hours perWeek:
40 Position Summary The Bookkeeper provides financial accounting for assigned Client(s) and Trust Fund(s) in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and plan guidelines. "Has minimum necessary access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) by Job Description/Role." Key Duties and Responsibilities- Balances FICA, federal withholding, and payroll taxes; makes appropriate deposits.
- Reconciles checking, savings, and investments accounts.
- Posts journal entries to general ledger.
- Prepares and distributes Trust financial statements and statistics.
- Assists in the preparation of 941 and 945 forms.
- Ensures accounting files are current and in good order.
- Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy and reasonableness.
- Makes daily/weekly money transfers as needed.
- Prepares and sends disbursement letters.
- May also perform accounts payable function.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED.
- Two years of experience in an accounting role.
- Knowledge of common accounting principles and practices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read and understand financial statements.
- Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office tools and applications. Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a third-party administrator.
- Familiarity with accounting software.
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job.