Bookkeeper, Sr. jobs in Tennessee

The Bookkeper is responsible for entering data into QuickBooks, preparing reconciliations, entering payroll, preparing A/P checks, preparing payroll reports, verifying accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Process accounts receivable/payable and payroll in a timely manner

· Manage accounts payable, processing of invoices and maintain vendor files

· Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct accounts and ledgers

· Research and resolve AP invoice discrepancies and issues

· Post and process journal entries to ensure proper recording of business transactions

· Collaborate with other staff to ensure inventory is accurately received and participate in annual physical inventory count

· Reconcile employee credit card/business expense transactions

· Prepare periodic (monthly) balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements

· Maintain the general ledger

· Code invoices, set up new accounts, reconcile accounts, and close the monthly books

· Reconcile bank accounts at least monthly, verify deposits, and address inquiries from banks

· Reconcile customer accounts and manage accounts receivable collections

· Provide outside auditors with assistance; gather necessary account information and documents to perform audits

· As appropriate, coordinate with software vendor to maintain accounting software system; recommend updates to enhance the account software

· Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

· Minimum Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; Bachelor’s Degree a plus

· Three to five years of accounting experience using QuickBooks, both Desktop and Online versions

· Solid understand of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles

· Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software

· High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

· Excellent organizational skills and independent working skills

· Analytical and problem solving skills

· Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting

· Highly proficient with accounting software

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for numbers and possess the required skills, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 2 years

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Chattanooga, TN 37421 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chattanooga, TN 37421: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person