Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented QuickBooks Accountant to join our finance team! In this vital role, you will leverage your expertise in accounting software and financial management to ensure accurate bookkeeping, financial reporting, and compliance. Your proactive approach will support our organization’s financial health and operational efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong technical accounting skills, this opportunity is perfect for you! Join us to make a meaningful impact through precise financial stewardship and innovative problem-solving.
Duties
- Manage and maintain accurate financial records using QuickBooks, Quicken, and other accounting software platforms such as Sage, Xero, and PeopleSoft.
- Prepare, review, and interpret financial statements, reports, and reconciliations in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulatory standards.
- Perform bank reconciliations, account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure data integrity across all accounts.
- Conduct accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and collections.
- Assist with payroll processing, tax filings, regulatory reporting, and audit preparation to ensure compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) requirements.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial planning activities to guide strategic decision-making.
- Mentor junior team members on technical accounting concepts such as double-entry bookkeeping, journal entries, accrual accounting, and financial concepts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects involving securities law compliance or nonprofit accounting standards like LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit).
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by optimizing workflows related to general ledger accounting and account reconciliation processes.
Requirements
- Proven experience working with QuickBooks extensively in a professional setting; familiarity with Quicken is a plus.
- Strong understanding of GAAP principles along with experience in corporate or nonprofit accounting environments.
- Knowledge of SOX compliance standards and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, financial report writing, and financial statement interpretation.
- Experience with other financial software such as Sage, Xero, PeopleSoft or similar platforms is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to perform bank reconciliations, account analysis, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliation accurately.
- Excellent analytical skills combined with a solid understanding of financial concepts like debits & credits, accruals, and double-entry bookkeeping.
- Ability to mentor team members while managing multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills to clearly interpret complex financial data for diverse audiences including auditors or regulatory bodies. Join us as a QuickBooks Accountant where your expertise will drive our organization’s financial integrity! We value proactive professionals who are eager to contribute their technical skills while growing within a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in financial management.
Pay: $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 per week
Work Location: In person
