Bookkeeper

William Vaughan Company; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

PTO and 12 paid holidays

Bonuses and referral programs

Community service opportunities

Flexible dress code

Job summary

William Vaughan Company, a Savannah, Georgia accounting firm, seeks a Bookkeeper to join our team. You will maintain client financial records, process live payroll, prepare tax returns, and support financial statements with accuracy.

We value client service, professional growth, and a collaborative culture. The role offers a strong benefits package and opportunities for advancement in a locally recognized practice.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, or related experience.
• Experience processing live payroll for multiple clients in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications, ADP, and QuickBooks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping functions for multiple clients utilizing CCH Axcess and other firm technologies.
• Process live payroll for multiple clients, including payroll calculations, tax withholdings, payroll reporting, and related compliance requirements.
• Utilize QuickBooks and ADP to process payroll and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns in accordance with state and local requirements.
• Reconcile payroll accounts, bank accounts, credit card accounts, and general ledger balances.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Prepare a broad range of individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and other entity tax returns under supervision.
• Conduct tax and accounting research to support client engagements and compliance requirements.
• Communicate professionally with clients to gather information, resolve questions, and provide exceptional service.
• Collaborate with Partners, Senior Managers, Managers, and staff to ensure timely completion of client projects and deadlines.
• Assist with tax planning, consulting, compliance projects, and other client advisory services.
• Develop technical, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills through ongoing training and mentorship.
• Perform other accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and tax-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Financial statements

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

ADP

QuickBooks

CCH Axcess

Job description

About William Vaughan Company

Since 1959, William Vaughan Company has delivered the boutique experience of a small firm alongside the financial depth and broad business expertise of a national practice. With offices in Maumee, Napoleon, Bowling Green, and Cleveland, Ohio, Nashville, Tennessee, and Savannah, Georgia, our firm employs over 115 professionals, including 15 partners, positioning us as a leading provider of accounting and advisory services in Northwest Ohio and beyond.

Who We Are

About William Vaughan Company

Since 1959, William Vaughan Company has delivered the boutique experience of a small firm alongside the financial depth and broad business expertise of a national practice. With offices in Maumee, Napoleon, Bowling Green, and Cleveland, Ohio, Nashville, Tennessee, and Savannah, Georgia, our firm employs over 115 professionals, including 15 partners, positioning us as a leading provider of accounting and advisory services in Northwest Ohio and beyond.

Our client-centric philosophy, rooted in the vision and values of our founder, drives us to exceed traditional boundaries of accounting and consulting, ensuring every engagement is tailored and impactful. We foster a vibrant, supportive work culture, emphasizing professional development, work-life balance, and community involvement. This commitment extends beyond our clients; our team actively participates in and leads multiple charities and community organizations throughout the regions we serve.

William Vaughan Company has been consistently recognized by leading industry publications, including Accounting Today and The Blade, as a top workplace and a premier provider of professional services. For more information, visit www.wvco.com.

About Ascend

Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential.

For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com.

Bookkeeper

Are you someone who wants to be part of something bigger? Want to work with a team of people where you can be YOU and you’re not just a number? If so, this Bookkeeper position may be your #FitForLife!

William Vaughan Company, a locally recognized, full-service accounting firm in Northwest Ohio, is currently searching for the perfect fit to join our team in our Savannah, Georgia office. We value a work hard, play hard mentality and embrace our innovative and youthful staff. Life is too short, so why not work somewhere that makes you happy.

Role and Responsibility

• Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping functions for multiple clients utilizing CCH Axcess and other firm technologies.
• Process live payroll for multiple clients, including payroll calculations, tax withholdings, payroll reporting, and related compliance requirements.
• Utilize QuickBooks and ADP to process payroll and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns in accordance with state and local requirements.
• Reconcile payroll accounts, bank accounts, credit card accounts, and general ledger balances.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Prepare a broad range of individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and other entity tax returns under supervision.
• Conduct tax and accounting research to support client engagements and compliance requirements.
• Communicate professionally with clients to gather information, resolve questions, and provide exceptional service.
• Collaborate with Partners, Senior Managers, Managers, and staff to ensure timely completion of client projects and deadlines.
• Assist with tax planning, consulting, compliance projects, and other client advisory services.
• Develop technical, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills through ongoing training and mentorship.
• Perform other accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and tax-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, or related experience.
• Experience processing live payroll for multiple clients in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office applications, ADP, and QuickBooks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred

• Familiarity with client accounting services and supporting multiple clients simultaneously.
• Interest in pursuing a long-term career in accounting or public accounting

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as dependent coverage
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• employer-paid life insurance
• disability insurance
• parental leave
• bonuses and referral programs
• community service opportunities
• fun company events
• '"dress for your day" attire
• a 401(k) plan with employer match
• We also provide time off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays.

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.