Bookkeeper

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing organization in Plainview, New York. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can keep accounting processes organized, accurate, and on schedule while working across payables, receivables, billing, and payroll. The person in this role will play an important part in maintaining clean financial records and helping the business stay current on key reporting and payment activities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage vendor invoices from receipt through payment, ensuring charges are reviewed, coded correctly, and processed on time.
• Maintain customer accounts by preparing invoices, tracking incoming payments, and following up on outstanding balances as needed.
• Handle billing activities with accuracy, including reviewing job-related charges and preparing supporting documentation.
• Process union payroll in accordance with reporting requirements, wage rules, and established payroll schedules.
• Reconcile financial records regularly to help confirm account accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Organize bookkeeping documentation and maintain up-to-date records to support internal tracking and audit readiness.
• Assist with accounting-related administrative tasks and support updates to financial workflows or systems when required. Requirements
• Proven experience in bookkeeping within a fast-paced business environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and payroll functions.
• Experience processing payroll accurately, including union payroll preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple financial tasks efficiently.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and recordkeeping practices.
• Proficiency with bookkeeping or accounting software and standard office applications.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work reliably with internal teams and external contacts.

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