Full Charge Bookkeeper

Kelly; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage accounting and payroll functions in a dynamic team environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive QuickBooks experience, strong communication skills, and a keen attention to detail. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Collaborative and positive team culture

Great benefits and long-term career development opportunities

High-rise office with covered parking

Leadership that values your input and growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-charge bookkeeping experience in a financial environment.
• Understanding of WIP is a plus.
• Preferred: Notary Public.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly client billings and maintain time & billing database.
• Record transactions and perform monthly reconciliations.
• Process semi-monthly payroll for multiple entities.

Skills

Advanced QuickBooks knowledge

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Team-first attitude

Education

HS diploma

Notary Public

Tools

Excel

Word

Paylocity

CCH Practice Management Workstation

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Full Charge Bookkeeper opening in Rochester NY

Role: Full charge Bookkeeper (accounting and payroll - QuickBooks)

Location: Rochester NY

Duration: Full-time ; direct hire

Compensation: $25.00 – $35.00/hr

Start Date: May (position open due to planned retirement)

Reports to: Director of Finance

Collaborative and positive team environment, great benefits, and long-term career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Time & Billing

• Assist with monthly client billings and AR collections
• Maintain time & billing database
• Generate monthly and ad hoc reports
• Answer client inquiries and assist with year-end procedures

General Ledger & Bookkeeping

• Record transactions, perform monthly reconciliations
• Create and record invoices and payments
• Maintain and oversee QuickBooks files

Accounts Receivable

• Record daily deposits and receipts
• Review bank accounts for incoming/outgoing transactions
• Reconcile VPM records and cash entries

Expense Reports & Payroll

• Enter and reconcile partner and staff expenses
• Maintain payroll tracking spreadsheets
• Process semi-monthly payroll for 4 entities using Paylocity

Accounts Payable

• Enter payables and prepare schedules in QuickBooks
• Manage vendor records, W-9s, and approval workflows
• Monitor office supply orders and assist with cost-saving analysis

Administrative Support

• E-file firm and staff tax returns
• Assist with mailings, phones, and office support
• Notary duties (preferred)
• Support time/billing changes and corrections

Requirements

Education & Experience

• HS diploma required; Notary Public a plus
• 3+ years of full-charge bookkeeping experience in a financial environment
• Understanding of WIP

Skills & Software

• Advanced QuickBooks knowledge (Desktop & Online)
• Intermediate Excel and basic Word skills
• Familiarity with Paylocity and Practice Management Workstation in CCH is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality
• Positive, team-first attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt

Perks

• Friendly and collaborative culture
• High-rise office with covered parking
• Leadership that values your input and growth
• Stability: Previous candidate left early, and the current role is opening due to retirement

If you’re ready to bring your full-charge bookkeeping and finance admin skills to a company where you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Company Description

Kelly helps companies recruit and manage skilled workers and helps job seekers find great work in industries such as accounting and finance, education, engineering, government, manufacturing and production, technology, and more.

Since inventing the staffing industry in 1946, we’ve become experts in the many specialties and local and global markets we serve. With a network of suppliers and partners around the world, we connect 450,000+ people with work every year. We ensure companies have the people they need, when and where they’re needed most.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Company Description

Kelly helps companies recruit and manage skilled workers and helps job seekers find great work in industries such as accounting and finance, education, engineering, government, manufacturing and production, technology, and more.

Since inventing the staffing industry in 1946, we’ve become experts in the many specialties and local and global markets we serve. With a network of suppliers and partners around the world, we connect 450,000+ people with work every year. We ensure companies have the people they need, when and where they’re needed most.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.