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For years The Lighthouse Group has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance. Our expertise ranges from basic tax preparation and accounting to more in-depth services such as outsourced CFO, audits & forensic accounting. Our Mission- The Lighthouse Group mission is to drive a modernized approach to accountancy creating an environment that produces extraordinary results at a marginal cost- driving our clients, our people, and our environment forward. Let’s move forward together, with a plan! Our Vision- Our vision is to redefine and elevate the accountancy experience; our firm has a goal to be regionally recognized as the accounting firm of choice by providing comprehensive services and tools to our individual & business clients alike.

**Bookkeeping Intern**

This entry-level role is ideal for individuals looking to start their career in bookkeeping and accounting. As a Junior Bookkeeper, you will work under the supervision of senior staff and play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records for our clients. This position reports to the Senior Bookkeeper and supports various departmental operations, contributing to the financial health and efficiency of our clients' businesses.

This job is a project-based role with continued employment dependent on business needs and performance. This specific role is part time with an estimated amount of time required to work to be 15-25 hours weekly.

Job Duties for Bookkeeping Intern:

This position is within our bookkeeping department and is essential for managing our clients' day-to-day financial transactions. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to handle the following responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions by establishing accounts and posting transactions to the general ledger.
• Reconcile bank statements and monthly accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements & management reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial data.
• Retain documents related to client files

Qualifications for Bookkeeping Intern:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in bookkeeping or related role preferred. 
• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of financial principles and accounting procedures.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Gets You to the Top of the List:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting systems.
• Familiarity with tax preparation software.
• Previous experience in a public accounting firm.

Compensation:

• Starting $17.00-$19.00/hour DOE + performance bonus.
• Collaborative, team-based work environment with potential for remote work.
• Career path and advancement opportunities – company policy of promoting from within.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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