Bookkeeper (Accounts Receivable)

Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions; Staatsburg (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions in Staatsburg, NY is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper focused on Accounts Receivable to support daily accounting operations in a busy office. This full-time role handles AR, AP, reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping, with additional administrative tasks as needed.

The ideal candidate will be organized, accurate, and able to manage multiple accounting duties in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping, AR, AP, or accounting support experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

Responsibilities

• Generate and process customer invoices and payments.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Record deposits, cash receipts, and revenue transactions.
• Assist with account reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate customer and accounting records.
• Support month-end, quarterly, and year-end accounting activities.
• Review invoices and payment requests for accuracy and approval.
• Process vendor payments and assist with scheduled payment runs.
• Maintain records of banking transactions, transfers, and ACH activity.
• Prepare bank deposits and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile assigned accounts and support financial audits.
• Assist with expense tracking and purchasing-related documentation.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper files.
• Assist with audit preparation and record requests.
• Provide backup support for purchase order processing.
• Answer phones, greet visitors, and assist with general office needs as required.
• Support special projects and departmental initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Bookkeeper (Accounts Receivable)

Location: Staatsburg, NY

Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm

Pay Rate: $24–$28 per hour, based on experience

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Bookkeeper to support daily accounting operations for a busy organization in Staatsburg, NY. This role focuses primarily on accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping, while also providing occasional administrative support.

The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and comfortable managing multiple accounting responsibilities in a fast-paced office environment.

Bookkeeper Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable & Accounting

• Generate and process customer invoices and payments
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts
• Record deposits, cash receipts, and revenue transactions
• Assist with account reconciliations and financial reporting
• Maintain accurate customer and accounting records
• Support month-end, quarterly, and year-end accounting activities

Accounts Payable & Financial Operations

• Review invoices and payment requests for accuracy and approval
• Process vendor payments and assist with scheduled payment runs
• Maintain records of banking transactions, transfers, and ACH activity
• Prepare bank deposits and supporting documentation
• Reconcile assigned accounts and support financial audits
• Assist with expense tracking and purchasing-related documentation

Administrative Support

• Maintain organized electronic and paper files
• Assist with audit preparation and record requests
• Provide backup support for purchase order processing
• Answer phones, greet visitors, and assist with general office needs as required
• Support special projects and departmental initiatives

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable, or accounting support experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term potential
• Competitive hourly pay
• Stable Monday–Friday schedule
• Opportunity to utilize both accounting and administrative skills
• Collaborative and professional office environment