Bookkeeper

Midwest Liquid Systems; Eldora (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Liquid Systems in Eldora, IA is seeking a detail-oriented bookkeeper to own day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activity, reporting directly to the President.

This full-time role requires 4+ years of bookkeeping experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with Sage Contractor 100 and/or QuickBooks; typical schedule is Monday–Friday, with $18–$22 hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or finance operations experience.
• Full-cycle accounting transactions and reconciliations experience.
• Experience with Sage Contractor 100 and/or QuickBooks preferred.
• Familiarity with contracting or service-based transactions.

Responsibilities

• Enter, review, and reconcile AP/AR, cash activity, payroll, and GL entries.
• Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules for reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end close with journal entries and accruals.
• Process daily AP, review invoices, and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Create and manage AR invoices and monitor outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure accurate accounting records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Sage Contractor 100

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Bookkeeper

$18–$22 per hour, based on experience | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, Standard Business Hours

About the Role

We're looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support our financial operations by owning day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial processes. You'll be the person keeping our accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activity accurate and audit-ready, reporting directly to the President. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on accuracy, organization, and follow-through, and who wants to make a real impact in a lean, growing organization.

What You'll Do

• Enter, review, and reconcile accounting transactions across accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash activity, payroll, and general journal entries
• Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules for accurate financial reporting and audit readiness
• Support month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries
• Process daily accounts payable entries, review invoices for accuracy and approval compliance, and ensure timely vendor payments and expense reimbursements
• Create and manage monthly accounts receivable invoices, monitor outstanding balances, and support collections follow-up
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies as needed
• Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and documentation
• Collaborate with the President and management team to ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting records

What You'll Need

Education

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Experience

• 4+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or finance operations experience, including full-cycle accounting transactions and reconciliations
• Preferred: Experience with Sage Contractor 100 and/or QuickBooks; familiarity with contracting or service-based transactions; comfortable working in a lean or growing organization

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including reconciliations, sorting/filtering, and basic formulas
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and proactively solve problems

Work Environment

• Standard indoor office environment; primarily desk-based
• Minimal to no travel required
• Full-time, Monday through Friday, standard business hours

Compensation

• $18–$22 per hour, based on experience

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're an accurate, organized, and mission-driven bookkeeper looking for a place where your work directly supports the organization's success, we'd love to hear from you.