Jr Accounting Bookkeeper

VRX, Inc.•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Jr Accounting Bookkeeper creates financial transactions and generates reports from the resulting information. This includes posting information from source documents—such as customer invoices, cash receipts, and supplier invoices—to accounting journals or software, and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy. The role performs general bookkeeping and accounts payable and receivable work, handles payroll, and prepares financial reports and schedules. It also supports compliance with applicable legal requirements, assists accountants with tax return preparation, and communicates with internal and external contacts.

Requirements

At least five years of responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and financial reports.
Knowledge of GAAP.
Advanced knowledge of Ajera.
Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
Ability to operate a calculator, computer, and other general office equipment.
Knowledge of computerized accounting and ability to maintain a manual set of books.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements for processing payroll accounting transactions and payroll returns.
Strong organization and multitasking skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform general bookkeeping duties, including posting transactions in the accounting system and reconciling accounts.
Receive and approve accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, and investigate them when necessary.
Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying requirements, enforcing adherence, filing reports, and advising management on needed actions.
Define bookkeeping policies and procedures.
Prepare financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
Communicate verbally and in writing with internal and external customers, suppliers, vendors, and banking contacts.
Keep track of assets and handle mail.
Prepare schedules and reports as requested by leadership or the accountant.
Deposit accounts receivable into bank accounts.
Handle payroll.
Receive, review, and post statements.
Assist accountants with tax return preparation.
Generate 1099s and W-2s.
Respond to internal and external emails and phone calls within 24 hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.