Full Charge Bookkeeper

SMG Accountants, Bookkeepers and Advisors; Village of Islandia (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premiums

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Summer hours

Tax-season meals

Lunch-and-learns

Onsite training

Casual dress

Mentor program

Volunteer time off

Team building

Job summary

SMG ABA LLC, headquartered in Islandia, NY, with offices in New York City and St. Petersburg, FL, seeks a detail‑oriented Bookkeeper to support multiple clients. You will reconcile accounts daily, post POS entries, process weekly payroll, and manage AP/AR to ensure precise records and timely financial reporting.

We are a seven‑time Inc. 5000 company that values growth, teamwork, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of accounting/bookkeeping experience.
• Understanding of journal entries and debits/credits.
• Strong attention to detail and deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving focus.
• Superior client services skills.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile multiple clients' accounts daily/weekly.
• Record entries from POS systems; maintain records.
• Handle weekly payroll processing and payroll clearings.
• Perform bank, credit card, and loan reconciliations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Deadline-driven

Analytical thinking

Client service

Multi-tasking

Results-oriented

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Why Choose to Work with Us

At SMG ABA LLC, we take pride in being more than just an accounting firm. We foster a unique team spirit that sets us apart from our competitors. Guided by a set of core values, we have established ourselves as a seven-time Inc. 5000 company, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to success and continuous growth. With headquarters in Islandia, New York, and additional offices in New York City and St. Petersburg, Florida, we offer a dynamic and vibrant work environment.

As part of the SMG ABA team, you will be surrounded by individuals who value hard work, encourage personal and professional growth, and celebrate achievements together. We recognize the importance of each team member's contributions and provide a supportive atmosphere where your efforts are acknowledged and rewarded when we reach our goals.

What you will do as a Bookkeeper

• Reconcile multiple clients' accounts on a daily/weekly basis, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Record entries from point-of-sale systems, maintaining meticulous records of financial transactions
• Handle weekly payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely recording of payroll clearings.
• Perform bank, credit card, and loan account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Manage accounts payable functions, including recording vendor invoices, debit memos, and processing check payments
• Handle accounts receivable tasks, including recording customer invoices, credit memos, refunds, and payments
• Utilize bank feed and download features, mapping and coding accounts for streamlined and efficient processes
• Generate weekly/monthly profit and loss reports and comparative analyses to identify irregularities and potential areas for improvement.
• Assist with payroll tax and sales tax preparation functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Contribute to monthly closeout procedures by reconciling payable, prepaid, and accrual entries

Qualifications and attributes you will need.

• Minimum one year of accounting/bookkeeping and QuickBooks experience preferred, but not necessary.
• Understanding of how to post a journal entry and record debits and credits
• Detail and deadline-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Superior client services skills
• Goal-oriented and purpose-driven
• Results-oriented mindset
• Ability to multi-task

Benefits and Perks of Joining the SMG ABA Team

At SMG ABA, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support their well-being and professional growth. Joining our team comes with the following perks:

• Near-100% Employer-Paid Medical Premiums: Outstanding medical insurance coverage for team members with dental and vision options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Future-focused retirement savings plan featuring direct employer matching.
• Ancillary Insurance Options: Flexible additional coverage choices tailored to your personal needs.
• Immediate PTO Accrual: Paid time off hours begin building from day one, allowing you to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
• 8 Company-Paid Holidays: Designated paid time off to celebrate major holidays throughout the year.
• Summer Hours Program: Enjoy half-day Fridays during the summer months to offset the long hours worked during tax season.
• Tax Season Meals: Enjoy complimentary, company-paid meals provided directly to the team during the busy tax season.
• Summer Lunch-and-Learns: Company-paid educational lunch sessions designed to collaborate and identify operational areas of improvement.
• Onsite Continuing Education: Paid professional training opportunities funded entirely by the firm to enhance your technical skills.
• Casual Dress Code: Come as you are! We embrace a relaxed workplace dress code-just ensure your attire remains appropriate for an office setting.
• Structured Mentor Program: Direct pairing with experienced leaders to support your long-term professional development and growth.
• Employee Volunteer Program: Earn additional paid time off specifically for community involvement and service.
• Engaging Team-Building Events: Regular firm-sponsored outings and collaborative social events to foster a positive work environment.