Distinct Tax Consulting Group Full Charge Bookkeeper Atlanta, GA · Full time

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This position provides daily accounting support. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Daily deposit verification and cash monitoring;
• Electronic accounts payable;
• Payments to contractors or vendors;
• Reconciliation of Accounts Receivable;
• Monthly reporting;
• Sales and Use Tax returns;
• Bank reconciliations;
• Preparation of W-2s and 1099s;
• Assisting with special projects as needed.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Knowledge of / learn the company mission, vision, and values.

Minimum Qualifications:

· 3+ years of demonstrated ability to provide detailed level bookkeeping support – accounts payable, accounts receivable, closing books on a monthly basis and preparing financial reporting and analysis for small businesses.

· 3+ years of transactional accounting experience using QuickBooks for/in a professional organization.

· Capacity and commitment to work 35-40 hours a week during traditional daytime business hours supporting clients.

· Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.

· Willingness to consistently and accurately follow established policies and procedures.

· A passion for and sense of personal satisfaction in delighting clients and helping small businesses succeed.

· Confidence in learning and embracing new technology to solve client issues.

· Experience in developing strong remote team relationships based on trust, accountability, integrity, and sharing of best practices.

· Commitment to maintain the highest level of confidentiality while working with client data.

· A dedicated office space that has a reliable, high-speed internet connection.

Individuals at this level should have a basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping. Above all, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate superior client service, can work well as a team, are detail-oriented, are flexible and open to new challenges, and are willing to grow with the firm.

MANAGEMENT/ADMINISTRATION

The Full Charge Bookkeeper will generally report directly to the Accounting Manager in charge of each engagement that he/she is assigned to. The Full Charge Bookkeeper will be given direction as to the projected length of time that certain projects and tasks should take, and is expected to actively keep his/her direct in-charge Manager aware of the Full Charge Bookkeepers task status on a regular basis. Similarly, the Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to inform relevant staff members when further education is necessary, or when formal training should be sought. The Full Charge Bookkeeper can reasonably expect to spend at least half of his/her time at client locations. The Full Charge Bookkeeper should develop an understanding of the various software packages utilized by Distinct Financial Services within his/her first three months of employment, based on internal and external training sessions and ongoing experience. Over the course of his/her tenure, it is anticipated that the Full Charge Bookkeeper will take part in twenty to twenty-five client engagements, excluding busy season.

TEAMWORK

The Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to always project a positive image (in terms of attitude, appearance, and professionalism) of him/herself and company.

The Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to maintain a positive and respectful attitude in communicating with clients and colleagues. The Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to eagerly accept new responsibilities and inquire of higher level staff for additional tasks and work, as time allows. The Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to complete his/her own work as provided by the in-charge manager.

DEVELOPMENT/CLIENT RELATIONS

The Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to display a general interest in the firm’s development and continued success by ensuring a quality work product and excellent client service. The Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to begin developing long-term, professional relationships with assigned clients. The Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to consider each client’s operations for the accounting areas he/she is responsible for, and to begin making recommendations on how to improve systems and operations. The Full Charge Bookkeeper is expected to attend firm-sponsored functions and events, and to participate in some form of lower-level marketing activities that do not demand a significant amount of technical knowledge and experience.

Building Great Client Relationships

• Provide exceptional accounting and operational service to our clients.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of professional accounting and bookkeeping practices.
• Keep abreast of the latest developments in technologies to deliver outstanding quality service.
• Support client onboarding process for all assigned client engagements in accordance with defined process.
• Execute, as applicable, processes related to accounts payable and accounts receivable management, bookkeeping entries, closing the books monthly as well as preparing financial reporting and analysis. May also include payroll, HR administration and special projects as assigned.
• Collaborate with your manager and other Associates on your team to ensure all clients are delighted with our services through timely and effective communication, delivery on deadlines and stellar accounting support.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with clients while performing within established processes and budget parameters.
• Identify and recommend to your manager areas where Supporting Strategies may be able to provide additional services or tools to drive additional client value and efficiency.

Creating a Satisfying & Collaborative Virtual Environment

• Complete virtual training with guidance from your manager in accordance with established Supporting Strategies procedures.
• Communicate with your manager regarding your established schedule, desired hours and any potential capacity issues.
• Participate in recurring team and one-on-one check-in meetings to ensure you are aligned for success.
• Embrace coaching and feedback provided by your manager and implement changes as needed to help meet team and client goals.
• Qualifications: Does everything you have read so far sound appealing? We hope so! If you meet the qualifications below, we would absolutely love for you to apply! A minimum of an Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3+ years of demonstrated ability to provide detailed level bookkeeping support – accounts payable, accounts receivable, closing books on a monthly basis and preparing financial reporting and analysis for small businesses.
• 3+ years of transactional accounting experience using QuickBooks for/in a professional organization.
• Capacity and commitment to work 25-35 hours a week during traditional daytime business hours supporting clients.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Willingness to consistently and accurately follow established policies and procedures.
• A passion for and sense of personal satisfaction in delighting clients and helping small businesses succeed.
• Confidence in learning and embracing new technology to solve client issues.
• Experience in developing strong remote team relationships based on trust, accountability, integrity, and sharing of best practices.
• Commitment to maintain the highest level of confidentiality while working with client data.
• A dedicated office space that has a reliable, high-speed internet connection.