Bookkeeper

ALEGRIA COMMUNITY LIVING•Oakland, CA

16h•$28 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Bookkeeper works closely with and is under the direction of the Senior Accountant. The Bookkeeper will maintain accounting records for the company. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Records numerical and financial data to produce financial records. Ensures financial data is entered correctly and accurately. Enters journal entries to debit and credit the company’s accounts. Generates accounting and audit reports for cash receipts, accounts payable and receivable, expenditures, and profits and losses. Reconciles and reports differences or issues found in financial records. Performs other related duties as assigned. Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information. Prepares payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements. Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures. Maintains financial security by following internal controls Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions. Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. Secures financial information by completing database backups.

Requirements

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial data analysis.
Ability to use accounting software to record, store, and analyze financial data.
Ability to efficiently operate a 10-key calculator or equivalent and other related office equipment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar proprietary software.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Impeccable time management.
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree with accounting coursework preferred.
At least three years of bookkeeping experience is required, preferably in the financial industry.

Responsibilities

Records numerical and financial data to produce financial records.
Ensures financial data is entered correctly and accurately.
Enters journal entries to debit and credit the company’s accounts.
Generates accounting and audit reports for cash receipts, accounts payable and receivable, expenditures, and profits and losses.
Reconciles and reports differences or issues found in financial records.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
Prepares payments by verifying documentation and requesting disbursements.
Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures.
Maintains financial security by following internal controls
Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
Secures financial information by completing database backups.