Bookkeeping Assistant – Excel Expert (ZR_17625_JOB)

Client Overview

Join a rapidly expanding tax preparation and bookkeeping firm poised for significant growth. This innovative company currently serves over 4,000 tax clients and is ambitiously scaling its bookkeeping services. With plans to expand from 60 to potentially 3,000 bookkeeping clients, you’ll be part of an exciting journey in financial services.

Job Description

As a Bookkeeping Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in managing client finances using cutting-edge accounting software. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the financial sector while contributing to the company’s expansion plans. You’ll handle after-the-fact bookkeeping, focusing on expense categorization and financial data organization. The role involves working with a diverse portfolio of clients, adapting to seasonal fluctuations, and developing your skills in bookkeeping and data management.

Responsibilities

• Categorize business expenses from PDF bank statements
• Clean and organize financial data on spreadsheets
• Utilize accounting software including NuCash, AccountEdge, and QuickBooks
• Implement company-specific bookkeeping procedures
• Assist with quarter-by-quarter financial reporting
• Perform data entry and coding of financial transactions
• Adapt to varying workloads, especially during tax season

Requirements

• Sharp attention to detail and accuracy in financial data handling
• Proficiency in Excel and advanced spreadsheet management
• Ability to quickly learn and efficiently use NuCash, AccountEdge, and QuickBooks
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices
• Strong independent work ethic with ability to follow established procedures
• Excellent time management skills to handle multiple client accounts
• Flexibility to adjust to fluctuating workloads throughout the year
• Enthusiasm for contributing to a growing business in the financial sector