Cogent Talent Solutions
Bookkeeper - Part Time
Join a team that builds what matters. Our client is a fast-growing leader in CNC precision machining, design engineering, and custom fabrication. From one-of-a-kind prototypes to high-volume production, they work on exciting projects across industries like aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and defense. If you're looking to be part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and on-time delivery, this is the place to grow your skills and make an impact.
Responsibilities:
- Record financial transactions.
- Ensure all transactions are properly categorized and coded according to the company's chart of accounts.
- Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable.
- Monitor accounts receivable, generate invoices, and follow up on overdue payments.
- Process supplier invoices that are approved to pay to ensure payments are on time, avoiding late fees.
- Reconcile accounts receivable and accounts payable with bank statements and internal records.
- Maintain customer and supplier records including current contact details.
- Reconcile bank statements with the company's internal records on a regular basis.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.
- Process payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
- Calculate and withhold taxes and other deductions, ensuring compliance with payroll laws and regulations.
- Maintain records of employee earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings.
- Maintain PTO requests.
- Update and maintain the general ledger with accurate and up-to-date financial information.
- Post journal entries, including accruals, deferrals, and adjustments.
- Ensure all entries are balanced and the ledger reflects the company's financial transactions accurately.
- Prepare basic financial statements, such as the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.
- Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) or other relevant standards.
- Prepare and file tax returns, including sales tax, payroll tax, and other relevant taxes.
- Maintain accurate records for tax purposes and ensure compliance with all tax regulations.
- Assist with tax audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Support the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
- Monitor actual performance against budgeted figures and report variances to management.
- Provide financial insights to support decision-making and financial planning.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate financial records and documentation.
- Implement recommendations from audits to improve financial processes and controls.
- Organize and maintain financial documents, including receipts, invoices, and bank statements.
- Ensure financial records are stored securely and are easily accessible for audits and reviews.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar role.
- Demonstrated QuickBooks proficiency.
- Demonstrated ERP proficiency.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
$22 - $26 an hour