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Bookkeeper

Bell & Associates, Inc.
Bessemer, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026

Bookkeeper & Office Manager


Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Bookkeeper & Office Manager to manage day-to-day financial operations and support administrative functions. This role is heavily focused on bookkeeping (approximately 85%) with additional responsibilities supporting office management, HR, and operational processes (15%).

This position plays a critical role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing cash flow, and ensuring smooth coordination between vendors, customers, and internal operations.


Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable (40%)

  • Manage invoicing and collections process
  • Ensure all loads are properly invoiced with accurate weights and documentation
  • Follow up on outstanding payments and resolve discrepancies
  • Handle customer-specific billing requirements
  • Gather and organize all supporting documentation tied to receivables

Accounts Payable (30%)

  • Process vendor invoices and ensure proper documentation is attached
  • Verify accuracy of supplier invoices against loads and weights
  • Maintain alignment between receivables and payables
  • Manage payment schedules and follow up as needed
  • Issue payments, including paper checks

Financial Reporting & Analysis (15%)

  • Generate monthly financial reports (sales dollars and tonnage)
  • Monitor and report on cash flow as needed
  • Prepare and assist with month-end and quarter-end close
  • Create and maintain P&L reporting by customer (QuickBooks Excel analysis)
  • Export data from QuickBooks and perform detailed analysis in Excel
  • Assist with evolving inventory tracking and multi-location reporting

Payroll & Compliance

  • Manage payroll through Intuit Full-Service Payroll for 13 Employees
  • Ensure payroll tax filings and compliance are completed
  • Process 1099s and maintain W9 records
  • Coordinate with external CPA and parent company CFO for reporting and compliance

Office Management & Administration (10%)

  • Support general administrative operations (mail, documentation, scheduling)
  • Assist with basic HR functions (onboarding paperwork, employee records)
  • Manage insurance policies (health, auto, workers comp, renewals)
  • Work with accountant on tax filings and payments
  • Track shipments, purchase orders, and load documentation
  • Ensure all operational and financial data is accurately entered into QuickBooks


Qualifications

Required:

  • Strong experience with QuickBooks Enterprise (Desktop) – required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Solid understanding of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
  • Experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently

Preferred:

  • Experience in logistics, transportation, or load-based operations
  • Experience handling insurance, payroll, and compliance functions
  • Familiarity with inventory tracking and multi-location operations

Work Environment

  • This is a fully in-office role.
  • Flexible schedule within standard business hours

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000

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