Bookkeeping Assistant - Full Time Perm onsite

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com; Middlebury (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

ContractStaffingRecruiters.com is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeping Assistant to support our accounting team in Connecticut. You will maintain financial records and assist with processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and handling confidential information.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills and prior bookkeeping or administrative experience; associate or bachelor in accounting preferred.

Qualifications

• Record daily financial transactions in accounting software.
• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare and issue invoices to customers.
• Reconcile bank statements and company accounts.
• Assist with payroll processing and employee expenses.

Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions in accounting software.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and issue invoices to customers.
• Reconcile bank statements and company accounts.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with payroll processing and employee expense reimbursements.
• Prepare financial reports and summaries as requested.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on overdue payments.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Respond to vendor and customer inquiries regarding payments and accounts.
• Perform general administrative duties related to the accounting department.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Accounts payable/receivable

Financial reporting

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeping Assistant to support our accounting team. The successful candidate will assist with maintaining financial records, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

• Record daily financial transactions in accounting software.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and issue invoices to customers.
• Reconcile bank statements and company accounts.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with payroll processing and employee expense reimbursements.
• Prepare financial reports and summaries as requested.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on overdue payments.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Respond to vendor and customer inquiries regarding payments and accounts.
• Perform general administrative duties related to the accounting department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is preferred.
• Previous bookkeeping, accounting, or administrative experience is an advantage.