Entry Level Bookkeeper

LeoForce; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking an entry level Bookkeeper in Las Cruces, NM to manage daily financial records, postings, and reporting. You will work with the accounting team to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payroll, tax forms, and forecasts.

The role focuses on data entry, accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration with the finance function to support budgeting and financial statements.

Qualifications

• A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Proven bookkeeping experience.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable/receivable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel, and accounting software packages.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process.
• Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct daybook, suppliers' ledger, customer ledger, and general ledger.
• Bring the books to the trial balance stage.
• Perform partial checks of the posting process.
• Complete tax forms.
• Enter data, maintain records, and create reports and financial statements.
• Process accounts receivable/payable and handle payroll in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to develop forecasts and budgets.
• Maintain an orderly accounting filing system.
• Provide clerical and administrative support to management as requested.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Entry Level Bookkeeper

Las Cruces,NM, US

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $15 - $17 per hour

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process.
• Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct daybook, suppliers' ledger, customer ledger, and general ledger.
• Bring the books to the trial balance stage.
• Perform partial checks of the posting process.
• Complete tax forms.
• Enter data, maintain records, and create reports and financial statements.
• Process accounts receivable/payable and handle payroll in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to develop forecasts and budgets.
• Maintain an orderly accounting filing system.
• Provide clerical and administrative support to management as requested.

Qualifications

• A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Proven bookkeeping experience.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly MS Excel, and accounting software packages.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.

A bit about us

We are searching for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Entry Level Bookkeeper to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments. This role will also involve working closely with our accounting team to create and analyze financial reports, ensuring legal requirements compliance, process accounts payable and receivable, and manage invoices and tax payments. Our ideal candidate is a team player who can maintain high levels of confidentiality while exhibiting exceptional problem-solving skills, analytical skills, and attention to detail.

Why join us

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to kickstart their career in finance and work with a vibrant, supportive team. If you are passionate about numbers, meticulous, and have a knack for maintaining financial order, we'd like to meet you!