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Robert Half
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.
$49,656 / year median in Pennsylvania
-12% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a Long-term Contract position in Douglassville, Pennsylvania. This role is ideal for someone who can manage routine accounting activities accurately while helping maintain organized records and responsive service for customers and vendors. The successful candidate will contribute to reporting, reconciliation, and documentation processes in a fast-paced office environment.
Responsibilities:
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.
- Maintain financial records by entering and updating accounting data in the appropriate systems.
- Reconcile vendor balances and customer accounts to identify discrepancies and ensure clean records.
- Prepare regular financial statements and operational reports for internal review.
- Complete resale-related paperwork and supporting documentation in accordance with business requirements.
- Respond to customer questions professionally and provide administrative support related to billing and account activity.
- Perform bank and account reconciliations to help confirm the accuracy of daily and monthly financial activity.
- Use accounting and office software to organize information, track transactions, and support bookkeeping workflows.
- Proven bookkeeping experience in an office or accounting support environment.
- Hands-on experience working with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks and familiarity with Yardi or similar accounting software.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel, including the use of formulas for tracking and reporting.
- Ability to prepare financial reports and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
- Effective customer service and communication skills for handling account-related inquiries.
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple administrative and financial tasks efficiently.