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About the Role
Record Financial Transactions: Accurately record and classify financial transactions, including income, expenses, and other financial activities in the company's accounting system or software.
Maintain General Ledger: Ensure the general ledger is updated regularly and reconciled to maintain the accuracy of financial data.
Accounts Payable: Process and track accounts payable transactions, which may include vendor invoices, bills, and payments to suppliers. Ensure timely and accurate payments.
Accounts Receivable: Manage accounts receivable by generating and sending invoices to customers, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements with the company's financial records to ensure that all transactions match and resolve any discrepancies.
Financial Reporting: Generate financial reports, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, on a regular basis to provide insights into the company's financial health.
Payroll Processing: Calculate and process employee payroll, including deductions, taxes, and benefits, while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Expense Tracking: Monitor and categorize business expenses, ensuring that they are appropriately recorded and can be easily tracked for tax purposes.
Tax Compliance: Prepare and file relevant tax returns, such as sales tax, payroll tax, and income tax, in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Record Retention: Maintain organized and secure financial records in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Financial Analysis: Provide financial information to assist in budgeting and forecasting, and offer insights on cost-saving measures and financial efficiency.
Requirements
Education: A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is typically preferred but not always required. Some bookkeepers have relevant certifications, such as Certified Bookkeeper (CB) or Certified Public Bookkeeper (CPB).
Experience: Previous experience as a bookkeeper or in a related financial role is beneficial. Experience with accounting software, such as QuickBooks or Xero, is often required.
Attention to Detail: Bookkeepers must have strong attention to detail to accurately record financial transactions and maintain precise records.
Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational skills are essential to manage multiple financial tasks, accounts, and deadlines effectively.
Mathematical Skills: Proficiency in mathematics is necessary to perform calculations, reconcile accounts, and generate financial reports.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills are important for interacting with colleagues, vendors, and clients.
Ethical Standards: Bookkeepers must maintain high ethical standards and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive financial data.
Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations for improving financial processes is valuable.
Computer Skills: Proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, and other financial tools is required.
About the Company
At Karis Academy, we offer a classically-minded education that emphasizes critical thinking, logic, and the liberal arts. Our curriculum is designed to inspire a love of learning and a pursuit of knowledge that will benefit our students for a lifetime.