Hands-On Bookkeeper – Payroll, AP & Admin (Onsite)

CFS; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bookkeeper position in West Haven, onsite, is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented professional to support daily accounting and administrative tasks. The role offers hands-on exposure to reconciliations, payroll support, and vendor payments, with room to grow as the scope evolves.

The ideal candidate will have experience in bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and payroll processing, along with strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while

Qualifications

• Experience with accounts payable, bank reconciliations and general accounting transactions.
• Payroll experience strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations and assist with maintaining accurate financial records.
• Process and reconcile company credit card activity, including obtaining approvals and recording transactions.
• Prepare journal entries related to cash deposits and other routine transactions.
• Manage petty cash activity and reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable, invoice processing and vendor payments as needed.
• Maintain fixed asset records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with weekly payroll processing, including reviewing timecards, missed punches, PTO, commissions, mileage and employee expenses.
• Assist with reconciling weekly payroll and maintaining related records.
• Calculate and submit weekly 401(k) contributions and maintain supporting documentation.
• Assist with sales tax filings and payments across multiple states.
• Maintain organized employee and accounting files.
• Support benefits administration and other administrative responsibilities as needed.
• Assist with special projects and provide general office support when necessary.

Skills

Payroll experience

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Independent worker

General accounting

Job description

Bookkeeper position in West Haven, onsite, is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented professional to support daily accounting and administrative tasks. The role offers hands-on exposure to reconciliations, payroll support, and vendor payments, with room to grow as the scope evolves.

The ideal candidate will have experience in bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and payroll processing, along with strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while