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Are you looking to put your accounting skills to use for a growing team that takes a collaborative approach to serving clients and adding value to their organizations? Look no further! Our Client Bookkeeping & Payroll team does just that.

Position Summary
One of Indiana's oldest and most respected public accounting firms is looking for an organized and personable accounting professional with a strong customer service orientation and an interest in building their expertise in bookkeeping & payroll. We serve clients throughout the country, and our professional firm has a lot of capacity for growth.

Our Bookkeepers are often the first point of contact for a portfolio of clients, and responsibilities vary by client. Job duties include but are not limited to managing the entire cycle of accounting activities for our clients, processing A/P & A/R, entering vendor expenses, month-end reconciliation for bank and credit card statements, processing payroll, maintaining the accuracy of general ledgers, and preparing monthly and quarterly financial statements. A successful candidate is professional and able to respond to client inquiries promptly and courteously.

Compensation & Working Conditions 

As a Whitinger & Company employee, you can expect competitive wages and generous benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and personal time off, retirement plan with company match, and paid continuing education. Whitinger & Company also encourages employees to become involved in their community, including paid time off to volunteer. A typical work week for this position includes 40 hours, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Additional hours may be necessary to complete special projects or meet specific deadlines. This role is a non-exempt position and is paid an hourly wage with overtime paid at 1.5x your hourly rate.

Characteristics of the Ideal Candidate

• Pleasant demeanor paired with attention to detail and stellar customer service skills
• Emotional maturity to deal with a variety of personalities
• Fully developed organization and time management skills to meet deadlines and solve problems
• Proactively demonstrates a willingness to learn and attain greater knowledge
• Seeks to build technical skills

Position Interacts With

Bookkeepers will have daily contact with members of the Whitinger accounting staff and members of office administration and management at Whitinger & Company. Direct interaction with client personnel will happen consistently. No supervisory responsibilities. Bookkeepers are supported by our Bookkeeping & Payroll Coordinator. 

Primary Position Objectives (specific responsibilities vary by client)

• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process
• Create financial statements and related financial reports
• Process accounts receivable/payable
• Account for fixed assets
• Reconcile bank accounts and petty cash accounts, monitor cash levels
• Process client payrolls, including hourly, salaried, commissioned, and independent contractors
• Calculate, review, and file payroll taxes, sales taxes, use taxes, and income taxes
• Process third-party payments for retirement plans, garnishments, child support, etc.
• Preparation of all monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, including 1099s and W2s.
• Review G/L detail to ensure sufficient information is provided for preparation of year-end tax returns
• Ensure quality control procedures are being executed under the direction of your supervisor
• Perform a thorough self-review of all work before submission to each client

Education & Experience Needed

• A minimum of five years of recent accounting experience in public accounting, corporate or private business
• Strong computer application skills, including significant experience with QuickBooks, is required
• Experience with Sage, Accounting CS, Bill.com, and ComputerEase is a plus, but not required
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel & Word, is required
• A high school diploma is required