Bookkeeper

Pivotal•Auburn, AL

About The Position

Pivotal is hiring a Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial operations for multiple clients and keep their financial records accurate and up to date. The Bookkeeper reports directly to the Accounting Manager and works with the Financial Operations team to provide client service and timely, accurate financial reporting. Duties include bookkeeping, account reconciliation, financial statement preparation, sales tax and tax-payment preparation, payroll processing, and support for tax returns and closing processes. The role is with Pivotal Finance; the posting is managed by Forrest Johnson Recruiting.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Ability to work with confidentiality and integrity.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in accounting, finance, or HR; not required.
Bookkeeping experience and a college degree; not required.
Knowledge of bookkeeping practices.
Experience with QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Excel, and other cloud-based accounting solutions.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

Allocate and post financial transaction details to client entity books using cloud-based accounting systems.
Reconcile and balance bank, loan, and credit-card accounts.
Prepare financial statements and ad hoc reports, including trial balances, income statements, and balance sheets.
Calculate and prepare sales tax returns and tax payments.
Assist with individual (1040) and business tax returns as needed.
Process payroll and assist with client-related questions.
Maintain accurate and organized financial records for multiple clients.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
Communicate with clients and provide excellent customer service.
Work with the Accounting Manager and team members to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.