Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant

Orion Placement; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Beaufort, SC is seeking an experienced bookkeeper to manage day-to-day client accounting using QuickBooks Online or Desktop. You will independently handle reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and accurate financial recordkeeping for multiple business clients.

Join a growing team offering payroll support, monthly statements, and collaborative client service. This full-time on-site role includes benefits and opportunities to grow accounting knowledge and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional bookkeeping or client accounting experience.
• Hands-on proficiency with QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Desktop.
• Experience independently managing bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, general ledger accounts, and business financial records.
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, financial transactions, and account reconciliation.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines.
• Professional communication skills and a commitment to excellent client service.
• Experience with multiple business clients, payroll, financial statements, or public accounting is a plus.
• CPA license is not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities for business clients using QuickBooks Online or Desktop.
• Independently handle bank and credit card reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and accurate financial recordkeeping.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, maintain organized records, and help clients understand their financial position.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and routine accounting transactions.
• Assist with payroll processing, year-end accounting preparation, and related financial documentation.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and provide reliable accounting support.
• Collaborate with accountants and CPAs to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and client deliverables.
• Identify opportunities to improve bookkeeping processes, streamline workflows, and maintain high standards of accuracy.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Client service

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Job description

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a growing accounting team where your skills are valued, your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact.
• Take ownership of meaningful bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities while building lasting relationships with business clients.
• Enjoy a rewarding variety of work, from financial reporting and reconciliations to helping businesses stay organized and financially healthy.
• Grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities to expand your accounting knowledge and responsibilities.
• Enjoy great benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k), paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Location

Beaufort, SC | Full-Time, On-Site

Enjoy working in a welcoming, professional office where you'll collaborate with a supportive team, connect directly with clients, and build a rewarding career in a beautiful coastal community.

Note

Candidates must have 2+ years of professional bookkeeping or client accounting experience, hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online or Desktop, and experience independently handling bank and credit card reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and financial records for business clients.

About Us

We are a growing, client-focused accounting firm dedicated to helping businesses stay organized, financially confident, and prepared for success. Our team provides personalized bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, tax, and financial reporting services while building meaningful, long-term client relationships.

We believe great accounting is about more than numbers. It's about providing dependable support, solving problems, and helping our clients focus on what they do best.

Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities for business clients using QuickBooks Online or Desktop.
• Independently handle bank and credit card reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and accurate financial recordkeeping.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, maintain organized records, and help clients understand their financial position.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and routine accounting transactions.
• Assist with payroll processing, year-end accounting preparation, and related financial documentation.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and provide reliable accounting support.
• Collaborate with accountants and CPAs to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and client deliverables.
• Identify opportunities to improve bookkeeping processes, streamline workflows, and maintain high standards of accuracy.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional bookkeeping or client accounting experience.
• Hands-on proficiency with QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Desktop.
• Experience independently managing bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, general ledger accounts, and business financial records.
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, financial transactions, and account reconciliation.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage deadlines.
• Professional communication skills and a commitment to excellent client service.
• Experience with multiple business clients, payroll, financial statements, or public accounting is a plus.
• CPA license is not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe talented accounting professionals deserve an environment where their contributions are recognized and their careers can grow. You'll enjoy meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to become a trusted resource for the businesses we serve.

With excellent opportunities to strengthen your accounting skills, build client relationships, and take ownership of your work, this is a wonderful place to grow your career.

JPC - 2595

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance