Experienced Bookkeeper

Clarke Whitney CPA Group LLC is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented bookkeeper to join our accounting and tax services team in Bremerton, Washington.

We are a small, established CPA firm providing accounting, tax, and professional services to a diverse group of businesses and nonprofit organizations. We are looking for a dependable, motivated individual who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and developing positive relationships with clients.

This position offers the opportunity to work with a variety of clients and accounting situations in a professional, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage financial records for multiple business and nonprofit clients.
• Perform general bookkeeping functions, including recording transactions, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate general ledgers.
• Process client payroll and prepare required federal and state payroll tax filings.
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain financial information, resolve discrepancies, and address routine accounting questions.
• Develop and maintain positive, professional client relationships.
• Assist with income tax preparation and related accounting support.
• Work collaboratively with other accounting and tax professionals to ensure accurate and timely completion of client services.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of three years of professional bookkeeping experience required.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks accounting software.
• Familiarity with payroll processing, payroll tax regulations, and related reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience with Sage MAS 90 accounting software is a plus.
• Previous experience working in a CPA firm or providing bookkeeping services to multiple clients is preferred, but not required.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Is organized, dependable, and takes pride in producing accurate work.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Can work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Enjoys working with clients and building long-term professional relationships.
• Has strong problem-solving skills and takes initiative when addressing accounting issues.
• Is comfortable learning new software, procedures, and accounting practices.
• Works well as part of a small, collaborative professional team.

Why Join Our Firm?

At Clarke Whitney CPA Group, you'll have the opportunity to apply your bookkeeping experience across a variety of clients and industries while working alongside experienced accounting and tax professionals.

We value accuracy, professionalism, initiative, and strong client service. As a smaller firm, we offer a work environment where individual contributions matter and employees have the opportunity to develop their skills and expand their responsibilities.

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $33