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Robert Half
Full Charge 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.
$51,984 / year median in New York
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to support day-to-day accounting operations in New York. This position is ideal for a hands-on individual who can manage core financial processes with accuracy, consistency, and strong attention to detail. The successful candidate will take ownership of bookkeeping activities across payables, receivables, payroll, and month-end reporting while helping maintain reliable financial records.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee end-to-end bookkeeping functions to ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time.
- Manage accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices, processing payments, and maintaining organized vendor records.
- Handle accounts receivable tasks by issuing invoices, monitoring collections, and applying customer payments correctly.
- Complete bank and account reconciliations regularly to verify balances and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Process payroll accurately and in accordance with established schedules and company requirements.
- Prepare month-end close activities, including reviewing ledgers, posting adjustments, and supporting timely financial reporting.
- Maintain the integrity of accounting data within QuickBooks and generate reports as needed for operational and financial review. Requirements
- At least 7 years of experience in a full charge bookkeeping or closely related accounting role.
- Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks in a business environment with strong attention to detail.
- Proven experience managing full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
- Hands-on background in payroll processing and month-end close responsibilities.
- Experience performing bank reconciliations and resolving account variances with accuracy.
- Solid understanding of general bookkeeping principles and financial recordkeeping best practices.
- High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple accounting priorities effectively.