Assistant Bookkeeper – Part-Time, Flexible Hours
COPPERFIELD'S BOOKS
Copperfield's Books, an independent bookstore, has been part of this community since 1981. This could be the role for you if you're looking for a flexible, work-life-balanced position connected to the heart of Sebastopol's community and its network of readers, authors, and publishers. Our Headquarters sits on Main Street, walking distance from Ives Park and the Barlow, with a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. And because our accounting department is small, your work touches every store, customer, and supplier — across three counties and nine stores.
Summary
The Assistant Bookkeeper performs a variety of routine and limited non-routine accounting clerical tasks, and assists in the preparation of accounting and operations reports based on detailed instructions and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
§ Daily sales report compilation
§ Sales and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) entries into GP
§ NSF & chargeback processing
§ Log and maintain donations transactions
§ Generate a small amount of A/R and follow up on collections
§ Bank reconciliations
§ Enter and code accounts payable vendor invoices
§ Enter journal entries into the accounting software
§ Assist & back up Full Charge Bookkeeper with journal entry examinations
Professionalism
§ Attention to detail, strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
§ Focused with ability to manage work as well as interruptions
§ Can manage workflow and expectations of others
§ Able to work independently as well as part of a team
§ Excellent customer service, written and verbal communication skills
§ Good judgment, able to make timely decisions
§ Mindful of maintaining a respectful workplace
§ Ability to be resourceful and creative in problem-solving
§ Proficient with integrating accounting software applications and Microsoft Office
§ Maintains confidentiality of sensitive financial and employee information
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
§ Intermediate (or higher) experience in Excel & Word
§ Experience with Accounting Software
§ Minimum 2 years of professional work experience
§ Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Preferred Qualifications
§ 10-key by touch
§ Prior accounts payable/receivable, or general office accounting experience
§ Direct experience with Great Plains
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior bookkeeping (minimum 2 years), accounts payable/receivable, or general office accounting experience preferred.
Language Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working on the computer. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs (e.g., a standard file/records box).
Benefits
§ PTO accrual and sick pay
§ Seniority Bonus
§ Employee discount
§ Access to ARCs (Advance Reader Copies)
§ CalSavers retirement savings program
§ Flexible hours
§ Downtown location
§ Copperfield's Books is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
Ability to Commute:
- Sebastopol, CA 95472 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
