Bookkeeper

Gundersons Bookkeeping; Hempstead, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Gundersons CFO & Bookkeeping in Hempstead, TX is seeking a detail-driven bookkeeper for a full-time, in-person position. You will manage bookkeeping for a portfolio of small-business clients, perform monthly reconciliations, and prepare financial reports.

The role requires 2+ years of bookkeeping experience and proficiency in QuickBooks Online, plus GAAP knowledge. Responsibilities include AP/AR, general ledger maintenance, payroll coordination, and client communications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of bookkeeping experience, preferably with small business clients.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO ProAdvisor certification a plus).
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP bookkeeping principles.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, AP/AR, and monthly financial reporting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience managing multiple client files simultaneously.
• Familiarity with payroll processing (ADP, Gusto, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple small business clients.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries and chart of accounts.
• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare monthly financial reports: P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Support payroll coordination and reconciliation.
• Greet and assist walk-in clients, answering routine inquiries and directing complex questions to the appropriate team member.
• Communicate with clients on routine bookkeeping matters.
• Flag discrepancies and elevate issues through proper channels.
• Maintain organized, complete client files within firm systems.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online (QBO)

ADP / Gusto payroll

Job description

• Pay: $17.00 - $28.00 per hour, based on experience

About Gundersons CFO & Bookkeeping

Gundersons CFO & Bookkeeping is a Texas-based accounting and bookkeeping firm serving small businesses and individual clients. We operate with documented processes, high standards, and an uncompromising commitment to accuracy. We are building a team that takes ownership of their work and thrives in a structured, professional environment where quality is the standard, not the goal.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a detail-driven bookkeeper who does clean, complete work. The kind of person who finishes one task before moving on to the next. This is a full-time, in-person role at our Hempstead, TX office. You will manage bookkeeping for a portfolio of small-business clients, support walk-in clients at the front office, work within established systems, and report to a structured review process. Accuracy and consistency are not aspirational here; they are the baseline.

What You'll Do

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple small business clients
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries and chart of accounts
• Process accounts payable and receivable
• Prepare monthly financial reports: P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
• Support payroll coordination and reconciliation
• Greet and assist walk-in clients, answering routine inquiries and directing complex questions to the appropriate team member
• Communicate with clients on routine bookkeeping matters
• Flag discrepancies and elevate issues through proper channels
• Maintain organized, complete client files within firm systems

Technical Requirements

• 2+ years of bookkeeping experience, preferably with small business clients
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO ProAdvisor certification a plus)
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP bookkeeping principles
• Experience with bank reconciliations, AP/AR, and monthly financial reporting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
• Experience managing multiple client files simultaneously
• Familiarity with payroll processing (ADP, Gusto, or similar)

Who You Are

We use the Predictive Index (PI) behavioral assessment as part of our hiring process. Our ideal bookkeeper is methodical and precise. You catch errors before they compound, follow documented processes without cutting corners, and take pride in delivering clean books every single month. You work well independently, stay focused on the task at hand, and know when to ask for guidance. A professional, structured workplace where your accuracy is recognized is exactly where you do your best work. You do not need noise or urgency to stay motivated. You need clear expectations and room to do the job right.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in a multi-client bookkeeping or accounting firm environment
• Familiarity with year-end workpapers and tax return support documentation

What We Offer

• Full-time, in-person position at our Hempstead, TX office
• Monday through Friday schedule
• Professional work environment with clear systems and accountability structures
• Stable, supportive team culture where your work is valued
• Opportunity to grow with a firm committed to operational excellence
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off