What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at VanderHouwen?
Bookkeeper
Temp to Hire | 40 hrs/week
Up to $30/hr.
Fully onsite in Vancouver, WA
Our client is seeking a dependable, detail-driven bookkeeper who values trust, long-term stability, and autonomy in a family-oriented environment. The ideal candidate brings strong end-to-end accounting fundamentals, sound business judgment, and a collaborative mindset, with a genuine interest in building lasting relationships and growing alongside the organization. This role offers stability, autonomy, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a trusted, long-standing organization.
This role is onsite in Vancouver, Washington.
Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable across multiple entities
- Maintain accurate general ledger activity, reconciliations, and monthly close
- Prepare and file payroll and excise tax reporting; support third-party payroll processing
- Perform complex bank reconciliations involving POS, merchant fees, royalties, and deposits
- Partner with leadership, CPAs, and auditors to support audits and year-end financials
Qualifications
- 3 years of full-cycle bookkeeping experience with strong debit/credit knowledge
- Solid business acumen with experience analyzing labor, food, or operational costs
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with QuickBooks strongly preferred
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities independently
- Reliable, loyal professional seeking long-term growth in a trust-based environment