What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper & Billing Specialist position at SHR Talent?
SHR Talent has partnered with a regional CPA Firm based in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL and Gainesville, FL in its search for an Accountant with strong knowledge and experience with QuickBooks. The Accountant is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys providing clients with exceptional bookkeeping, accounting, and financial support services.
A successful candidate for the Accountant role will be skilled in managing daily accounting operations, reconciling financial records, preparing accurate reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The accountant role offers the chance to work with a growing firm dedicated to delivering high-quality client service while supporting professional development and career growth.
As the Accountant, you should have the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, be energized, professional, and positive with a team-oriented mindset and client first mentality, comfortable working on multiple open projects and clients at one time, possess excellent communication skills to work with clients and coworkers, as well as the ability to accept constructive criticism and immediately apply, and a have a willingness and ability to work extra hours, if necessary.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using QuickBooks
- Perform daily bookkeeping tasks including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial records on a regular basis
- Assist with payroll processing and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports
- Support the preparation of tax documents and assist with audits when needed
- Collaborate with team members and clients to provide financial insights and ensure accurate reporting
- Monitor cash flow, budgets, and forecasts to support client financial goals
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure all accounting practices comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and firm policies
- Prepare payroll and sales tax returns and 1099s
- Prepare bank and credit card reconciliations
- Enter and classify client data
- Handle routine client questions
- Work with multiple staff members to complete projects
- Prepare journal entries for month and year-end close
- Utilize QuickBooks with ability to train clients
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, preferred
- 2 years of full charge bookkeeping experience in public accounting
- Ability to receive raw data and prepare year-end closeout
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet and Windows operating systems
- Proficient with QuickBooks Desktop and Online
