Job description

Bookkeeper opening for expanding public accounting firm with more than 60 years providing tax, accounting and advisory services to our clients while embracing the core values of Work/Life Balance, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, Professionalism and Accountability.

This opportunity is ideal for a career minded bookkeeper who enjoys working independently with minimal supervision to support a wide range of clients who are individuals and small businesses.

• Post entries and transactions; prepare payrolls and related tax reporting.
• Reconcile bank statements.
• Prepare monthly sales tax returns.
• Maintain general ledger and tax records to facilitate tax return preparation.
• Review, analyze and ensure accuracy in reporting and posting figures; escalate as needed.
• Interact with a wide range of clients in a competent, friendly, and professional manner.
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism, confidentiality, communication, and performance.

Qualifications:

• Strong bookkeeping and accounting support skills – preferably from CPA firm experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work in QuickBooks desktop and QuickBooks Online (QBO) accounting software.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage project deadlines and client expectations.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines to support multiple clients and serve their needs accurately, and concisely.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently display a positive attitude, and willingness to work effectively and efficiently within an environment where priorities constantly change.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently with ease and take ownership of assigned tasks or projects.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Total Rewards:

• Hourly Rate commensurate with experience in the range of $24.00-$30.00/hour
• Comprehensive medical, dental, short term and long term disability insurance offering.
• SIMPLE retirement plan with 3% match.
• Summer hours (Memorial Day to Labor Day) = half day Fridays
• 3 weeks’ PTO plus opportunity to bank additional hours during tax season; can carry over 40 hours annually.
• Professional Development.
• Career Advancement and growth opportunities within expanding firm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Britain, CT 06052: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 2 years (Required)
• QuickBooks: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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