Experienced Bookkeeper (Hybrid)
About The Position
Blue United Sourcing is partnering with an established technology services company in Midtown Manhattan to hire a full-charge bookkeeper. This is the company’s sole bookkeeping role and reports directly to the CEO. The position manages accounting for two companies using QuickBooks Online, from daily transactions and accounts payable and receivable through monthly, quarterly, and annual closings and multi-state sales tax obligations. It also includes occasional office administration, such as tracking PTO and serving as the point of contact for building management. The role is hybrid. Onsite work is required Monday through Friday during the first month; after that, the employee must work in the office at least two days per week, including the monthly all-staff meeting on the last Friday of each month. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM. The position is full-time W-2, direct hire, with an annual salary range of $70,000–$75,000. The successful candidate is a proactive communicator who asks clarifying questions, confirms deadlines and priorities, flags issues early, and learns established processes before suggesting improvements.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of full-charge bookkeeping experience, with stable tenure in prior roles. The overview separately states 3+ years of required experience.
- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online.
- Experience with general ledger functions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliation, and month-end close.
- Solid knowledge of accounting procedures, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, including the ability to identify numerical errors.
- Proactive, clear communication skills, including comfort asking questions, confirming priorities, and raising issues early.
- Live within a commutable distance of Midtown.
- Able to pass a background check and sign a non-disclosure agreement.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- QuickBooks certification, such as QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor.
- Experience keeping books for multiple entities, including intercompany transactions.
- Experience with multi-state sales tax filings and resale certificates.
- Experience with light office management or HR administration, such as PTO tracking.
- Experience in a small business reporting directly to an owner or executive.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day accounting transactions for two companies in QuickBooks Online.
- Handle monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
- Reconcile bank statements and accounts.
- Enter accounts payable invoices, categorize charges, and make timely payments.
- Manage accounts receivable and invoice clients.
- Process intercompany transactions, deposits, checks, and employee expense reimbursements.
- Compute, file, and remit sales tax and other state financial obligations.
- Prepare regular QuickBooks Online backup reports.
- Occasionally assist with office administration, including PTO tracking and serving as a point of contact for building management.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with a 4% match from day one
- PTO that grows with tenure
- Paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
