Accounting Manager / Full Cycle Bookkeeper

SmartSearch; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartSearch in Cleveland, OH seeks a detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to oversee the complete accounting cycle, maintain GAAP-compliant records, and support strategic decision‑making in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage accounts payable and receivable, payroll, reconciliations, journal entries, and audit support using QuickBooks and Excel, with Stripe experience a plus. Strong numeracy and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in full-charge bookkeeping or accounting roles.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting systems such as QuickBooks or similar.
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles and governmental accounting standards.
• Experience with Stripe is highly desirable.
• Excellent numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping, including A/P, A/R, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and review journal entries, ledger postings, and month-end closings.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee payroll processing and tax compliance.
• Data entry and analysis using Excel for reporting and audits.
• Support internal controls and audit preparations.
• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits.
• Assist budgeting, credit analysis, and financial forecasting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Stripe

Job description

Cleveland, OH

Job Description

Full job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our dynamic finance team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the complete accounting cycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all financial activities. Your expertise will help maintain the integrity of our financial records, support strategic decision-making, and ensure adherence to industry standards such as GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles). This position offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your extensive accounting knowledge in a fast-paced environment committed to excellence and continuous improvement.

Duties

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations using financial software such as QuickBooks
• Prepare and review journal entries, ledger postings, and month-end closing activities with precision and timeliness.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Oversee payroll management using ensuring timely processing and compliance with tax regulations.
• Conduct detailed data entry and analysis utilizing Excel for financial reporting and audit support.
• Maintain compliance with governmental accounting standards and non-profit accounting practices where applicable.
• Support internal controls by assisting with audit preparations.
• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits by providing documentation and explanations of financial transactions.
• Assist in budgeting, credit analysis, and financial forecasting to support organizational growth initiatives.

Experience

• Proven experience in full-charge bookkeeping or accounting roles within corporate or governmental settings.
• Extensive knowledge of accounting systems such as QuickBooks or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles and governmental accounting standards.
• Familiarity with payroll systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with Stripe is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability in account reconciliation, journal entries, balance sheet management, and account analysis.
• Experience working with financial concepts related to budgeting, credit analysis, and financial data analysis using Excel.
• Knowledge of internal controls is a plus.
• Excellent numeracy skills combined with attention to detail for accurate data entry and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Join us to bring your expertise in bookkeeping to life! We’re dedicated to fostering a vibrant workplace where your skills make a real impact—supporting our mission through meticulous financial management that drives success.