Bookkeeper

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Job Location: Georgetown, SC

Job Type: Full Time 40 Hours

Job Description:

We are looking for a meticulous and knowledgeable Bookkeeper with experience in QuickBooks. The position will also assist with the inventory control system.

Responsibilities Bookkeeper:

• Manage and maintain accurate financial records using QuickBooks
• Process accounts payable
• Process accounts receivable transactions
• Perform regular bank reconciliations
• Support bi-weekly payroll processing
• Generate financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting
• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and standards specific to Part 145 operations
• Monitor and track company expenses and revenues
• Collaborate with the management team to support financial decision-making
• Handle other bookkeeping duties as required

Responsibilities in the Inventory Control System:

• Familiar with the documentation required for receipt of civil aviation articles that will be used in the performance of maintenance, preventive maintenance and alteration
• Issue purchase orders
• Ensure the proper review is made of materials and parts that are to be stocked for installation on civil aviation articles
• Ensure the preservation and storage of all articles, materials, parts and supplies in the designated location while they are carried in inventory
• Periodically check the shelf-life expectancy of units and verifying the units are labeled correctly
• Control and distribute the inventory, technical information, documents or data received through the parts room.
• Ensure systems are developed to establish and maintain adequate and appropriate inventories levels.
• Ensure that completed work is appropriately packed and shipped.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably within the maintenance (Part 145) sectors
• Proficiency in QuickBooks
• Proficiency in EBIS is highly desired
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations, including specialized items such as Federal Excise Taxes (FET)
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication skills
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Must be a US citizen
• Must pass a background check and drug screening

Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience in the aviation industry, particularly with Part 135 and/or Part 145 operations, is highly desirable.

About Sherpa Air:

Sherpa Air, a subsidiary of Sherpa 6, Inc., is a dynamic and growing company specializing in the commercial aviation charter (Part 135) and maintenance (Part 145) business. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and operational excellence. As we expand, we seek a skilled and experienced bookkeeper to join our team.

Background Screening/Check/Investigation:

Successful completion of a background screening/check/investigation will/may be required as a condition of hire.

ADA:

Sherpa 6 will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990.

EEO/AA:

Sherpa 6 does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Hourly Rate Range:

The proposed hourly rate range is reflective across all Sherpa 6 locations, years of experience and skill levels. Hourly rate negotiations will be based on a host of factors including but not limited to your geographic location, prior experience, relevant skills, education, and certifications.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package, covering the cost of medical for you and your family; we also offer dental, vision, health and wellness benefits and a generous retirement savings plan. We believe that our employees can manage their workload and their personal life, therefore we extend a generous PTO policy. This allows our employees to balance their lives as they see fit.