Full Charge Bookkeeper

Position Summary

The Full Charge Bookkeeper oversees all financial operations of the company, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies. This role manages budgeting, financial reporting, cost control, and supports strategic decision-making to maintain profitability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

· Financial Management & Reporting

o Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

o Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate posting of transactions.

o Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and collections, payroll, and cash management.

· Budgeting & Forecasting

o Develop annual budgets and monitor performance against targets.

o Provide variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.

· Compliance & Audit

o Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

o Coordinate audits, as may be necessary, and maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.

· Cost Analysis & Operational Support

o Analyze installation efficiency to support most efficient use of cash and to identify savings opportunities.

o Partner with operations to evaluate financial impact of installation schedule changes, inventory purchasing and staffing adjustments.

· Leadership & Collaboration

o Supervise accounting staff, as and when available, to build a culture of accuracy and accountability.

o Collaborate with Project Managers on payroll and all compensation issues.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.

· 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, ideally in electrical contracting.

· Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, and cost accounting.

· Proficiency in accounting software (specifically Sage) and Microsoft Excel.

· Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· Financial Accuracy:

o 100% compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.

o Financial statements prepared for distribution to Owner and within 15 days of the end of the month. (Monthly financials)

o Error rate in financial statements < 1%.

· Budget Performance:

o Variance between actual and budgeted expenses within ±4%.

o Timely completion of annual budget by November 15th each year (45 days before FY end.)

· Cash Flow Management:

o Company provided weekly Cash Flow Forecast prepared and delivered on-time by each Monday (non-negotiable.)

o Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) within target range; ≥ 65 days.

· Audit & Compliance:

o Zero major audit findings annually.

o On-time submission of all regulatory filings and all requested tax information and reports to CPA for tax preparations.

· Cost Efficiency:

o Achieve targeted cost savings (≥ 2%).

· Team & Process Management:

o Ensure timely and accurate completion of payroll with zero controllable errors.