Bookkeeper

LHH; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH seeks an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join a small onsite office in North Charlotte. You will manage day-to-day accounting, process payroll, handle payroll tax responsibilities, and support HR for a small team.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of owning the full accounting cycle in a hands-on small-office environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper, Bookkeeper, Accounting Specialist, or similar accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, payroll, and payroll taxes.
• Experience processing payroll and supporting benefits administration for a small team.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; QuickBooks experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records for the business.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments, customer invoicing, payment posting, and account follow-up.
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Process payroll for a small team, ensuring accuracy of hours, deductions, earnings, and payroll records.
• Prepare, reconcile, and assist with payroll tax filings and related payroll tax compliance requirements.
• Support employee benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, deductions, and coordination with benefits providers.
• Maintain organized employee, payroll, benefits, vendor, and accounting records.
• Prepare financial reports, cash flow updates, and other accounting summaries for management as needed.
• Partner with outside accountants, payroll providers, benefits vendors, and tax professionals as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, payroll regulations, and applicable tax deadlines.

Skills

Full charge bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Excel

QuickBooks

Education

High school diploma (or equivalent)

Associate degree in accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join a small, onsite office in North Charlotte. The role will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting function, processing payroll, handling payroll tax-related responsibilities, and supporting HR for a small team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable owning the full accounting cycle in a hands-on small office environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records for the business.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments, customer invoicing, payment posting, and account follow-up.
• Perform bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations on a regular basis.
• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Process payroll for a small team, ensuring accuracy of hours, deductions, earnings, and payroll records.
• Prepare, reconcile, and assist with payroll tax filings and related payroll tax compliance requirements.
• Support employee benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, deductions, and coordination with benefits providers.
• Maintain organized employee, payroll, benefits, vendor, and accounting records.
• Prepare financial reports, cash flow updates, and other accounting summaries for management as needed.
• Partner with outside accountants, payroll providers, benefits vendors, and tax professionals as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, payroll regulations, and applicable tax deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Full Charge Bookkeeper, Bookkeeper, Accounting Specialist, or similar accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, payroll, and payroll taxes.
• Experience processing payroll and supporting benefits administration for a small team.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel; QuickBooks experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Professional communication skills and ability to work closely with leadership, employees, vendors, and external partners.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in accounting, business, or related field preferred.