Full Charge Bookkeeper

Integra Accountancy Corporation; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Integra Accountancy Corporation in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage the complete bookkeeping cycle for multiple client engagements. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll processing in QuickBooks Online/Desktop.

The role requires 5+ years of full-charge bookkeeping experience, strong Excel/Word/Outlook skills, and the ability to work primarily in-office at our Bakersfield location.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-charge bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Proficient in QuickBooks Online and Desktop.
• Experience with payroll processing and payroll tax filings.
• Experience preparing and filing sales and use tax returns.
• Experience handling multiple clients or entities; public accounting a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage full bookkeeping cycle for multiple client engagements.
• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain ledgers.
• Process full-cycle payroll and payroll tax filings.
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns.
• Maintain client accounting files in QuickBooks.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Collaborate with CPAs and engagement teams to ensure accuracy.
• Identify workflow improvements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Client communication

Organizational skills

Tools

QuickBooks Online

QuickBooks Desktop

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Company: Integra Accountancy Corporation

Location: Bakersfield, CA 3850 Riverlakes Drive, Suite E

Work Location: Primarily in-office.

Pay Range: $32.00 - $35.00/hour, DOE

Pay Basis: Hourly

Target Compensation: $33.65/hour (approximately $70,000/year at 2,080 hours per year)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: 5+ years of full-charge bookkeeping / accounting experience

Why Integra

At Integra Accountancy Corporation, we believe great work happens in a great environment. We're a fun, close-knit team that knows how to balance hard work with genuine enjoyment. From weekly company lunches during tax season to firm-wide outings throughout the year, we support employee innovation and creativity. Our team has the room to bring new ideas to the table and make a real impact on how we serve our clients.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Manage the full bookkeeping cycle for multiple client engagements, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank/credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain accurate general ledgers across multiple client entities.
• Process full-cycle payroll for clients, including payroll tax deposits and quarterly/annual payroll tax filings.
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns for clients across various jurisdictions.
• Maintain and troubleshoot client accounting files in both QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and supporting schedules for client and firm review.
• Assist with 1099 preparation and other required informational filings.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and respond to bookkeeping-related questions.
• Collaborate with CPAs and engagement teams to ensure client books are accurate, current, and ready for tax and financial statement engagements.
• Identify and flag workflow or process improvements to enhance efficiency across client engagements.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of full-charge bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop required.
• Hands‑on experience processing payroll, including payroll tax compliance and filings.
• Experience preparing and filing sales and use tax returns.
• Experience working with multiple clients or entities simultaneously; public accounting/CPA firm experience a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for direct client interaction.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple engagements.
• Primarily in-office at Integra's Bakersfield location.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays