Bookkeeper

DescriptionReady to further your accounting skills in a challenging Full Charge Bookkeeper? Accountemps is seeking a Full Charge Bookkeeper to prepare and process financial statements and accounts and manage all general accounting and bookkeeping essential functions with a company in the Financial Services industry. You might be a good fit for this position if you have excellent organizational skills, strong communication tactics, and the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines. This short-term temporary Full Charge Bookkeeper opportunity is based in El Cajon, California.You'll be handling a number of Clients for this firm and performing all bookkeeping related duties on site.Send your resume to steven.robey@accountemps.com or call (619) 234-3066 to be considered for this position. We are looking to hire quickly!Key responsibilities

Performing accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including collections

Studying and adhering to federal, state, and local legal requirements, filing reports, and detailing needed actions to management

Performing reconciliations for bank and general ledgers, as well as payroll processing

Supervising accounting clerks and entry-level bookkeepers

Handling monthly, quarterly and year end close, accurately and on time

Retaining historical records through the accurate filing of documents

Tracking fixed assets and preparing depreciation schedules

Requirements

Earlier work involving Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation

Command of Accounts Receivable (AR)

Bookkeeping experience

3+ years Full charge bookkeeping experience preferred

Good understanding of Bank Account Reconciliation

Financial Statement experience desired

Knowledge of Monthly Financial Statements

Prior experience with month end closings

Comprehension of QuickBooks

Experience with Quickbooks Online

Background working with account reconciliation

Credit Card Reconciliation experience highly valued

Comprehensive knowledge of Accounts Payable (AP)

Previous experience working with bank reconciliations

Practical knowledge of journal entries

General familiarity with general ledger

Adeptness in general ledger

Adjusting Journal Entries experience highly preferred

Financial statement preparation experience preferred

Demonstrated knowledge of General Ledger System

Be able to prioritize workload and perform in a fast-paced and challenging environment

Highly organized and self-motivated

Excel and Peachtree experience a plus

Previous experience with payroll preferred

Experienced in accrual and cash basis of accounting

Proficient at analyzing financial data and promptly creating accurate reports

Proven flexibility to adapt to changes in procedures and job assignments

3+ years of relevant experience in bookkeeping

High school diploma or equivalent required, and AA degree or higher in Accounting or Business preferred

Capable of working independently with minimal oversight

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.© 2020 Accountemps. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/VeteransBy clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $24.70 - $28.60 / HourlyLocation: El Cajon, CADate Posted: August 28, 2020Employment Type: TemporaryJob Reference: 00680-0011544751Staffing Area: Temporary Accounting u0026 Finance