Accounting/Bookkeeper (Arcata, Ca)

Accounting Assistant Needed

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll with General Ledger Experience a plus.

General Job Description:

General Functions

Documents financial transactions by entering account information

Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information

Secures financial information by completing data base backups

Maintains financial security by following internal controls

Prepares payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements

Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations

Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications

Contributes to team effort by performing related duties and other tasks, as assigned

Monitor policies and procedures for assigned departments, and identify and suggest improvements for accounting reporting and recording procedures

Comply with federal, state, and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation, and maintaining compliance

Continue ongoing education by participating in webinars, workshops, and networking events

Performs mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and report, identify, and correct errors made by both internal and external personnel

Support timely monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of all operational management accounts

Maintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities, and assets

Prepare special financial reports as requested by management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends

Knowledge of:

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll

Ability to reconcile accounts

General principles and practices of accounting

Applicable laws, forms, procedures, rules, and regulations for processing and recording financial transactions

Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures

Principles and practices of effective customer service

Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and for programs to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation

Knowledge of computers and software programs, including Quick books and Microsoft programs

Ability to:

Perform technical and administrative work in areas such as fiscal recordkeeping and accounting systems

Accurately maintain records, reports and files

Apply accounting principles to the maintenance of general governmental financial and accounting transactions and to the audit of financial records

Interpret, and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to accounting programs and functions

Complete various reports to meet federal and state reporting requirements

Qualifications

3-5 years of prior Accounting experience

Proficient in Accounting Software (QuickBooks), TSheets, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Google Sheets and Google drive

Internship or professional accounting experience

Ability and willingness to keep and maintain confidentiality

Familiarity with accounting and corporate finance principles and procedures

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize efficiently

Have working knowledge of the cannabis industry and cannabis products.

Have knowledge regarding current cannabis laws and regulations

Must be comfortable and professional while discussing cannabis with members of the public

Self-driven and able to problem solve in a complex industry

Ability to multi-task in a hectic work environment

Strong organizational skills

Minimum of 21 year of age