Job Description
Position: Assistant Bookkeeper
Job Location: Bohemia, New York
Reports To: Accounting Manager
Schedule: Full-Time, in-person (no remote working)
Position Overview:
Our client is in search of a detail-oriented and dependable Assistant Bookkeeper. The ideal candidate will assist and support daily financial operations, ensure accurate recordkeeping, and assist with all aspects of bookkeeping, including data entry, reconciliations, and reporting.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable.
- Data entry in accounting software (experience with Sage/Timberline a plus).
- Assist with preparation and processing of invoices.
- Support month-end and quarterly closing procedures.
- Assist in preparation of reports, and summaries for management.
- Work with internal staff to resolve billing or payment inquiries.
- Perform general office administrative and clerical duties as needed.
- Assist with reception activities (i.e., telephones).
- Assist with gathering and ensuring certified payroll reports are received from subcontractors.
- Assist with the gathering of insurance certificates from subcontractors, tenants, and vendors.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.
- 2 to 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience (entry-level experience acceptable).
- Proficiency in accounting software (Sage or similar) and Microsoft Excel/Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Integrity, professionalism, and a strong sense of confidentiality.
- United States citizen.
- Construction and Real Estate experience preferred.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and life insurance (after vesting period).
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Retirement plan options (401k after vesting period).
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Job Tags
Full time, For subcontractor, Work at office, Remote work,