Accounting Bookkeeper

BCT is looking for a Bookkeeper to join our team in our client at the downtown LA office. The Bookkeeper oversees the accounting operations of the office. This position will supervise the accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll processes.

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, attentive, and efficient. He/she can complete work skillfully and independently. The Bookkeeper must be good at giving and receiving constructive feedback.

Responsibilities:

• Documentation – Maintain an accounting system of procedures and guidelines to follow. Implement controls to minimize risk. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
• Reporting – Oversee the production of required reports and ensure they meet accounting guidelines and principles. Collaborate with auditors and provide needed information as requested. Produce annual reporting, budgets, and forecasting.
• Financial performance review – Manage accounting budget and system, which has low risk due to controls set in place. Provide financial analysis with emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations as requested or required.
• Lead – Manage personnel in the accounting department. Create and deliver annual performance evaluations for the accounting team and provide guidance/leadership as needed. Initiate employee discussions when discipline is required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (preferably)
• 3-5 years of related experience is required
• Strong knowledge of Booking keeping (AP & AR)
• A valuable record of improving financial results

Position: Full – Charge Bookkeeper

Main Responsibilities:

· Day to day and monthly bookkeeping for assigned clients

· Process accounts payable and accounts receivable

· General ledger maintenance and journal entries

· Prepare and maintain financial reports

· Reconcile bank statements and other accounts

· Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations

· Assist with month-end and year end close procedures

· Assist with 1099s and W2s

· Collaborate with team members to resolve accounting issues or discrepancies

· Prepare Payroll and Sales Tax Returns

Desired Skills/Experience

· Excellent communication skills – written and verbal

· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

· Ability to work independently and within a team

· Knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop and Online

· Proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook

· Ability to understand and analyze financial statements

· Ability to meet deadlines and handle a high-volume workload

· Experience managing multiple clients and tasks and set priorities

· Familiarity with business management or public accounting preferred