Experienced Bookkeeper

VT Accounting Associates, LLP | Carson City, Nevada

Employment type: Full-time

Work arrangement: In-office

Pay: $27–$30 per hour, depending on experience, plus an annual realization bonus based on billable work.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week

About Us

VT Accounting Associates, LLP is an established accounting and tax firm in Carson City serving business and individual clients. Our success depends on teamwork, quality service, and lasting client relationships.

We offer a supportive office environment where employees can take ownership of their work, share ideas, and continue developing their skills. This year-round bookkeeping position provides the opportunity to work with a variety of business clients while collaborating with our accounting professionals.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to provide bookkeeping, payroll, and bill payment services for a variety of business clients. The ideal candidate can independently maintain accurate books, process payroll, manage required filings, and communicate effectively with clients and our accounting team. This position does not include preparing individual or business income tax returns.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping for multiple business clients, including recording transactions and maintaining accurate general ledgers.
• Process client payroll, maintain payroll records, and coordinate payroll tax payments.
• Prepare and submit quarterly and annual payroll tax returns and related filings, including Forms 941 and 940, Nevada Modified Business Tax returns, and state unemployment reports.
• Prepare year-end Forms W-2 and 1099 and coordinate required filings and distribution.
• Process accounts payable, schedule and pay client bills according to established approval procedures, and maintain supporting documentation.
• Record accounts receivable activity and reconcile outstanding balances.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, loan, and payroll-related accounts; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Complete month-end and year-end bookkeeping, including supported adjusting journal entries, financial reports, and supporting schedules.
• Communicate with clients to obtain records, resolve questions, and keep bookkeeping and payroll work current.
• Coordinate with Firm CPAs to provide accurate year-end books and documentation for tax preparation.
• Manage multiple client deadlines, maintain organized records, and protect confidential client information.

Qualifications

• At least five years of bookkeeping experience, including independently managing books through month-end closing and financial reporting.
• Hands-on experience processing payroll and preparing quarterly and annual payroll tax filings, including Forms 941, 940, and W-2, as well as Forms 1099.
• Experience handling bill payments and following payment approval procedures.
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, account reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, and financial statements.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, and the ability to learn Firm accounting and workflow systems.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, communication, and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines, work independently, and collaborate with the accounting team.

An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is preferred. Candidates with substantial relevant bookkeeping experience and demonstrated accounting knowledge will also be considered.

Public accounting firm or multi-client bookkeeping experience, Nevada Modified Business Tax reporting experience, and familiarity with QuickBooks Online, and QuickBooks Desktop, are preferred.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Health insurance: Firm pays 50% of the base plan premium.
• Dental and vision insurance: Firm pays 99% of each premium.
• 401(k) employer match: Firm matches 50% of eligible employee contributions, up to an employer contribution of 3% of annual compensation, subject to plan terms.
• Paid time off: Four weeks per year, prorated and accrued based on hours worked.
• Paid holidays: Ten days per year.
• Life insurance: Firm-paid life insurance.
• Supplemental insurance: Optional supplemental coverage available.
• Professional development: 40 hours of continuing education per year, along with onboarding to learn Firm systems and procedures.
• Office culture: Weekly staff lunches, Firm-sponsored outings, and a casual, professional office environment.
• Team support: A supportive team that values collaboration and long-term employment.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your bookkeeping and payroll experience, the accounting software you have used, and why you would be a good fit for our team.

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position requires working in our Carson City office Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. Are you available to work this schedule?

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $30