Bookkeeper – The Truck Patch

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.

Availability: Availability to work opening or closing shifts is required. Must be available to work weekends.

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older.

Location: The Truck Patch – Mountain Home

Address: 330 Highway 62 East, Mountain Home, AR 72653

Benefits: Full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits at The Truck Patch:

• Extensive Medical Coverage
• Vision Plan
• Dental Plan
• 20% off Store-Wide Discount
• 401K with match
• Paid Time Off

Position Overview

The Truck Patch Natural Market is seeking an experienced, dependable, and detail-oriented Mid-Level Bookkeeper to join our team. We are looking for a highly organized individual who takes pride in accuracy, understands accounting principles, and can independently manage daily bookkeeping responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have practical bookkeeping experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a growing, multi-location retail business. This position requires someone comfortable working with numbers, identifying discrepancies, meeting deadlines, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Process and accurately record vendor invoices, payments, credits, and adjustments.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, and other financial transactions.
• Maintain accurate financial records for multiple store locations.
• Assist with payroll processing, verification, and recordkeeping.
• Previous hands-on bookkeeping experience.
• Required: Hands-on QuickBooks experience and proficiency using QuickBooks for daily bookkeeping.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, sorting, filtering, and organizing financial data.
• 2-5 years of bookkeeping or related accounting experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

•  Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.

•  Review vendor statements and investigate billing discrepancies.

•  Monitor outstanding invoices and ensure timely payments.

•  Communicate professionally with vendors regarding invoices, credits, and account balances.

Bank Reconciliations & Financial Accuracy

•  Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in financial records.

•  Maintain accurate and organized general ledger records.

•  Assist with month-end closing procedures.

•  Prepare journal entries and account adjustments as appropriate.

•  Ensure financial transactions are properly categorized and documented.

Financial Reporting & Recordkeeping

•  Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and supporting schedules.

•  Monitor expenses and identify unusual transactions or inconsistencies.

•  Organize and maintain financial documents, invoices, and supporting records.

•  Assist management with financial information and reporting requests.

Payroll & Administrative Support

•  Maintain accurate payroll-related documentation.

•  Assist with sales tax records, reporting, and other tax-related documentation.

•  Support general accounting and administrative functions as needed.

•  Work with management and outside accounting professionals when necessary.

Required Skills & Experience

•  Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.

•  Understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits, credits, and general ledger transactions.

•  Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

•  Strong organizational and time-management skills.

•  Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.

•  Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

•  Ability to handle confidential financial and employee information professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

•  Experience working with multiple bank accounts or business locations.

•  Previous retail, grocery, or inventory-based business accounting experience.

•  Experience assisting with month-end financial reporting.

•  Familiarity with payroll, sales tax reporting, and vendor account reconciliations.

•  Experience identifying and correcting accounting discrepancies.

Education & Additional Requirements

•  College degree not required; additional bookkeeping or accounting education is a plus.

•  Reliable transportation.

•  Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and accountability.

What We're Looking For

Beyond technical bookkeeping skills, we value accuracy, accountability, problem-solving, organization, independence, integrity, and reliability. We seek someone who investigates discrepancies, keeps complete records, handles sensitive information responsibly, and consistently follows through on commitments.

Compensation & Schedule

•  Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (to be determined).

•  Benefits: Based on employment status and company eligibility requirements.

About The Truck Patch

The Truck Patch is an independent natural foods retailer serving communities in Arkansas and Missouri. We take pride in offering quality natural and organic products while maintaining a friendly, customer-focused shopping experience. Our accounting and administrative team supports our stores and helps the business operate accurately, efficiently, and responsibly.

Interested candidates should submit a resume along with a brief summary of their bookkeeping experience, including hands-on QuickBooks experience, bank reconciliations, and accounts payable.

The Truck Patch is an Equal Opportunity Employer.