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On-Site Bookkeeper (Plymouth County, MA)Type: Full-Time (On-Site)Reports To: Owner / Finance ManagerAbout UsWe’re a small, fast-moving business based in Massachusetts that values accuracy, organization, and solid financial processes. We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented On-Site Bookkeeper to manage our daily accounting, keep our books clean, and support the financial health of the company.What You’ll DoMaintain and update the general ledger, ensuring accurate transaction classificationManage Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable: invoicing, payment tracking, vendor billsPerform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations and resolve discrepanciesSupport payroll preparation and coordinate with payroll providersPrepare monthly/quarterly financial reports: P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash FlowTrack budgets vs actuals, flag variances, and support forecastingMaintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedulesHandle sales tax filings, payroll tax filings, and compliance documentationWork directly with our external accountant for year-end prep and tax supportImprove internal bookkeeping procedures, controls, and accounting workflowsRequired Skills & Experience2–3 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience (small business experience preferred)QuickBooks proficiency required (Quick Books Online, QBO)Strong Excel skills (reconciliations, formulas, pivot tables)Experience with journal entries, month-end close, and account reconciliationsUnderstanding of accrual vs. cash accountingExperience with payroll systems and tax filings (sales tax, payroll tax, 1099s)High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentialityMust be willing and able to work 100% on-site in Plymouth CountyPreferred QualificationsQuickBooks certification or Bookkeeping/Accounting certificateFamiliarity with budgeting, variance analysis, or financial reportingExposure to workflow improvements or accounting system automationKnowledge of ERP systems or inventory accountingWhy Work With UsClear, stable on-site role with consistent routinesSmall team where your work is highly visible and appreciatedOpportunities to grow as the business expandsHands-on experience across the full bookkeeping cycleSupportive environment that values your ideas and process improvementsCompensation: $55,000 - $62,000 AnnualPowered by JazzHRYe9UXaXSKS
Salary : $55,000 - $62,000