Assistant Bookkeeper

Baystate Interpreters; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Interpreters, Inc. in Gardner, MA is seeking an organized Assistant Bookkeeper to join our finance team. You will manage financial transactions, ensure accurate records, and support daily financial operations.

This in-office role emphasizes precise data entry, reconciliations, and timely reporting. Ideal candidates have an associate degree or similar accounting experience and proficiency with Excel and accounting software.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting required.
• Prior experience as an Assistant Bookkeeper or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable accurately and on time.
• Maintain ledgers with daily transactions and reconcile discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports.
• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.
• Prepare and submit tax documents in compliance with regulations.
• Respond to inquiries from clients and vendors regarding invoices.
• Support the accounting team with administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Associate’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Company Overview

Baystate Interpreters, Inc., is a leading language service provider supporting clients across the Northeast and beyond in over 350 languages. We deliver high-quality interpreting and translation services across medical, legal, educational, and business settings.

Assistant Bookkeeper

Baystate Interpreters is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Assistant Bookkeeper to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing our financial transactions, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and supporting the overall financial operations of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.
• Maintain accurate financial records and update ledgers with daily transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Prepare and submit tax documents in compliance with regulations.
• Respond to inquiries from clients and vendors regarding invoices and payments.
• Support the accounting team with various administrative tasks as needed.

• Associate’s degree or similar experience in Accounting or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience as an Assistant Bookkeeper or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with team members and clients.

Why Join Baystate Interpreters?

• Work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
• Gain experience in the language services industry with opportunities for growth.
• Be part of a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

This is an in-office position based in Gardner, MA.