Bookkeeper

Confidential; North Webster (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with hands-on tax preparation and accounting operations experience. You will maintain financial records, handle day-to-day bookkeeping, and assist with month-end close while supporting tax filings at federal, state, and local levels.

You will work with ERP systems such as QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, or Xero, and Excel, to ensure precise reporting and timely compliance. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience supporting tax preparation, tax filings, and tax compliance.
• Strong understanding of General Ledger, Journal Entries, Bank Reconciliations, and Financial Reporting.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, Xero or similar ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Process AP and AR.
• Record daily financial transactions and journal entries.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and maintain financial reports, including P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare and organize documentation for tax filings and audits.
• Support preparation of corporate, partnership, sales tax, payroll tax, and other tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Process payroll and reconcile payroll-related accounts.
• Monitor cash flow and maintain accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with CPAs, tax advisors, and external auditors.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues promptly.

Skills

General Ledger

Journal Entries

Bank Reconciliations

Financial Reporting

Tax compliance

Payroll processing

Excel proficiency

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

NetSuite

Xero

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with hands-on experience in tax preparation and accounting operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities, assisting with month-end close processes, and supporting federal, state, and local tax preparation and filings. This role requires strong accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, and proficiency with accounting software.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Process Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).
• Record daily financial transactions and journal entries.
• Perform monthly bank, credit card, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and maintain financial reports, including Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet statements.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare and organize documentation for tax filings and audits.
• Support preparation of corporate, partnership, sales tax, payroll tax, and other tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Process payroll and reconcile payroll-related accounts when required.
• Monitor cash flow and maintain accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with CPAs, tax advisors, and external auditors.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues promptly.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience supporting tax preparation, tax filings, and tax compliance activities.
• Strong understanding of General Ledger, Journal Entries, Bank Reconciliations, and Financial Reporting.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite, Xero, or similar ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.