Bookkeeper

Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Watchful Eye Daycare Centers LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper for their Odenton office. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate financial records, manage accounts payable and receivable, and support payroll while assisting with budgeting and financial reporting.

This in-person position requires excellent organizational skills and proficiency with accounting software. The role plays a crucial part in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance, contributing to the everyday operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or related administrative work.
• Proficient with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, including data entry and accounts payable.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate general ledger records.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support payroll processing and tax compliance tasks.
• Assist with budgeting by tracking expenses.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Accounting software proficiency (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage)

Double-entry bookkeeping understanding

Accounts payable and receivable experience

Journal entries and bank reconciliations

Payroll processing knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to join our finance and administrative team. In this role, you will help maintain accurate financial records, manage accounts payable and receivable, support payroll and tax-related tasks, and assist with budgeting and financial reporting. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, precise, and comfortable working with financial data. The Bookkeeper will play an important role in keeping records accurate, supporting daily financial operations, and helping the organization maintain clear and compliant accounting processes. This is an in-person position at the Odenton office.

Skills

• Experience with bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or related administrative work
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and basic financial principles
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, journal entries, and bank reconciliations
• Ability to perform balance sheet reconciliation, account analysis, and general ledger reconciliation
• Familiarity with payroll processing, tax-related tasks, and budgeting is preferred
• Experience with governmental accounting standards or nonprofit accounting practices is a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team
• Strong communication skills and a professional, dependable work style

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, including data entry, journal entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate general ledger records
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations
• Support payroll processing, tax filings, and financial compliance tasks
• Assist with budgeting by tracking expenses and organizing financial data
• Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliation and general ledger reconciliation
• Prepare financial reports and help ensure records are accurate and up to date
• Maintain organized financial documentation and support internal recordkeeping
• Work independently while communicating effectively with the administrative and finance team
• Help improve financial processes through accuracy, transparency, and proactive problem-solving

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance