Bookkeeper

SBH Career; New York, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SBH Career is seeking a reliable Bookkeeper in Brooklyn, NY to maintain accurate financial records, support payroll, and run day-to-day accounting for a school. The role requires independence, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel is essential. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, reconcile bank statements, and communicate financial matters with school administration while keeping confidential information secure.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience required.
• Payroll processing experience required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Dependable, professional, and consistent.
• Previous school bookkeeping or accounting experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Process and assist with payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Record financial transactions and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.
• Process invoices, payments, deposits, and other financial transactions.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Maintain organized bookkeeping and financial files.
• Track expenses and assist with financial reporting.
• Review records for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Utilize QuickBooks for day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting functions.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Communicate with school administration regarding financial matters as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and employee information.
• Assist with additional bookkeeping and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Based on Experience

Position Overview

Bookkeeper

A school in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join its team. The Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with payroll, and supporting the school's day-to-day accounting and financial operations.

The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, comfortable working independently, and experienced with QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Process and assist with payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Record financial transactions and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.
• Process invoices, payments, deposits, and other financial transactions.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Maintain organized bookkeeping and financial files.
• Track expenses and assist with financial reporting.
• Review records for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Utilize QuickBooks for day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting functions.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Communicate with school administration regarding financial matters as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and employee information.
• Assist with additional bookkeeping and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience required.
• Payroll processing experience required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Dependable, professional, and consistent.
• Previous school bookkeeping or accounting experience is a plus.