Assistant Bookkeeper

SingerLewak LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

SingerLewak LLP in California seeks an Accounts Bookkeeper to support Account Managers in the Business Management department. You will input information for accounts payable and accounts receivable, assist in preparing check runs utilizing AgilLink, and perform journal entries and bank reconciliations.

This non-exempt role requires a high school diploma and 1+ year bookkeeping experience, with familiarity in AgilLink and/or QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• Understanding of accounting and bookkeeping fundamentals.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Problem-solving skills to meet deadlines.
• Experience with AgilLink and/or QuickBooks is preferred.
• Willing to work overtime December through April.

Responsibilities

• Assists Account Manager by performing day-to-day bookkeeping for clients.
• Inputs AP/AR data and assists in check runs using AgilLink.
• Prepares journal entries and performs bank reconciliations.
• Communicates with vendors and assists with payroll.
• Supports month-end and quarter-end duties and tax returns.
• Assists in 1099s and W-2s preparation and with special projects.

Skills

Accounting principles

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

AgilLink

QuickBooks

Education

High School diploma

Tools

AgilLink

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

SingerLewak is a Top 100 accounting and consulting firm primarily operating in the western region. Serving clients since 1959, SingerLewak has developed a reputation for excellence and expertise in the accounting and management consulting industry. Providing the services of a large firm with a blended environment of practices, services and industry specializations, SingerLewak continues to demonstrate renowned industry leadership year-over-year. The firm takes pride in client service and professional and personal advancement, as demonstrated by our SL forward program which promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs and SL Cares, together with a continual focus on client service and technological evolution.Supports Account Managers in the Business Management department by performing day-to-day bookkeeping functions with attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness. This role can be performed in office, hybrid or remotely.

Essential Functions

• Assists Account Manager by performing day-to-day bookkeeping functions for clients. This person will primarily input information for accounts payable and accounts receivable, assist in preparing check runs utilizing AgilLink.
• Prepares journal entries.
• Performs bank reconciliations and traces discrepancies.
• General communication with vendors
• Assists with clients’ payroll
• Assists with Month-end and Quarter-end duties, including compilation of financials, sales tax and payroll tax returns
• Assists in the preparation of 1099s and W-2s for clients
• Assists Account Manager with special projects

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Understanding of the fundamental principles of accounting and bookkeeping
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Problem-solving skills in dealing with deadlines
• Experience with AgilLink is a plus, but good computer learning skills required
• Able to work some overtime December through April

Qualifications

• High School diploma required
• One plus years of bookkeeping experience preferred
• One plus years of experience in AgilLink and/or QuickBooks preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be California based

$23 - $27 an hour

This is a non-exempt position and is therefore eligible for overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate.

SingerLewak is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.