Bookkeeper

Ledgent-Finance-; Andover (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent-Finance- is seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Bookkeeper with mandatory QuickBooks Desktop experience to manage day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced, service-based environment.

The candidate will handle GL activities, journal entries, reconciliations, accounts payable, and month-end close, ensuring accurate financial reporting while supporting audits and external accountants. Proficiency in ServiceTitan and Excel is valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, AP, GL, and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records in QuickBooks Desktop.
• Perform general ledger activities including journal entries and month-end close.
• Prepare financial statements and reconciliations for audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

QuickBooks Desktop

Spreadsheet skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ServiceTitan

QuickBooks Desktop

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary: USD28 - USD35 per hour

Temporary Bookkeeper (QuickBooks Desktop Required)

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with mandatory experience using QuickBooks Desktop to manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong bookkeeping, reconciliation, and general ledger experience and be comfortable working with ServiceTitan and QuickBooks Desktop in a fast-paced service-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records within QuickBooks Desktop.
• Perform general ledger accounting functions, including journal entries, account analysis, and month-end close activities.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules, including balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reconcile franchise fees and other recurring financial transactions on a monthly basis.
• Process accounts payable transactions, vendor invoices, purchases, and related expense activity.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Reconcile corporate credit card accounts and ensure accurate expense coding and posting.
• Manage and reconcile customer service plan memberships, recurring payments, and renewal transactions.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes by providing accurate financial data and analysis.
• Maintain data accuracy and consistency across accounting systems.
• Support inventory controls, periodic inventory counts, and obsolescence reviews.
• Monitor internal controls related to procurement approvals, cash disbursements, petty cash, payroll-related transactions, and local bank accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of financial records for audits and collaborate with external auditors, accountants, and tax professionals.
• Manage and support accounting-related systems, recommending and implementing process improvements as needed.
• Work closely with management to ensure financial information supports operational and strategic decision‑making.
• Utilize ServiceTitan and QuickBooks Desktop to ensure accurate integration and reporting of operational and financial data.

Required Qualifications

• Mandatory: Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience with QuickBooks Desktop.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or related field preferred.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, accounts payable, general ledger accounting, and financial statement preparation.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ServiceTitan software.
• Experience in a service, franchise, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or home services business.
• Prior involvement in audit support and budget preparation.

Required Software Experience

Required Software Experience: QuickBooks Desktop (required), ServiceTitan (preferred), Microsoft Excel.