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Robert Half
Part Time Bookkeeper
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$55,189 / year median in Maine
-13% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Part Time Bookkeeper to join a growing team in Scarborough, Maine in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day financial operations for a seafood processing business and is well suited for someone who can stay organized, manage several priorities at once, and provide helpful customer-facing support when needed. The role works closely with leadership in a small team environment and offers permanent hours with the opportunity to transition into a long-term position.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks Online for multiple business entities.
- Process billing and accounts payable activities with close attention to accuracy and timeliness.
- Organize sales information and keep supporting documentation up to date and easy to access.
- Reconcile routine transactions and monitor account activity across several sets of books.
- Communicate professionally with customers and internal team members to address account-related questions.
- Balance competing priorities in a busy setting while supporting daily administrative and bookkeeping needs.
- Collaborate with management to keep financial processes running smoothly and efficiently.
- Assist with general bookkeeping tasks and reporting for a small team.