Jr Accounting Bookkeeper

VRX, Inc Construction; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Health Saving Account

401k plan with company matching

Job summary

A woman-owned professional services firm is seeking a Junior Accounting Bookkeeper in Plano, Texas. In this dynamic role, you will handle financial transactions, generate reports, and ensure account accuracy while working closely with management. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 5+ years of experience in bookkeeping, with strong skills in GAAP and Microsoft Office Suite. A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401k plan with company matching is also offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Ability to handle payroll and generate 1099's and W-2's.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for processing payroll.

Responsibilities

• Perform general bookkeeping duties and reconcile accounts.
• Prepare financial reports by analyzing account information.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external parties.

Skills

GAAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Attention to detail

Strong organization skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Ajera

Job description

Established in 2006 by longtime construction engineer Noelle Ibrahim, PE, VRX is a woman-owned professional services firm certified as a WBE and HUB. We provide turnkey services to the public and private sectors. Our specialties include client-focused program and asset management; construction management and inspection; civil engineering; bridge and structural design; utility engineering; and comprehensive environmental services. VRX is more than 200 people strong in offices across Texas, in Oklahoma and New York. Learn more at VRXglobal.com.

Position – Jr Accounting Bookkeeper

Job Description

The bookkeeper position creates financial transactions and generates reports from that information. The creation of financial transactions includes posting information to accounting journals or accounting software from such source documents as invoices to customers, cash receipts, and supplier invoices. The bookkeeper also reconciles accounts to ensure their accuracy.

Bookkeeper Essential Functions

• Perform general bookkeeping duties; posting in accounting system, reconcile accounts, receives, approves, and, when necessary, investigates accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying requirements; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing reports; advising management on needed actions.
• Defines bookkeeping policies and procedures.
• Prepares financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Effectively communicates (both in verbal and written form) with internal and external customers, suppliers, vendors and banking contacts.
• Keeps track of assets.
• Handles mail.
• Prepares appropriate schedules and reports as requested by leadership or accountant.
• Deposits accounts receivables into bank accounts.
• Handles payroll.
• Receives, reviews, and posts statements.
• Assists accountants with tax return preparation.
• Generates 1099's and W-2's
• Respond to internal and external e-mails/phone calls within 24 hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, preferred
• GAAP
• Minimum of five years responsible accounting or bookkeeping experience including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger and financial reports.
• Advanced knowledge of Ajera
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
• Ability to operate calculator, computer, and other general office equipment
• Knowledge of computerized accounting, but must be able to do a manual set of books
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements of processing payroll accounting transactions and payroll returns.
• Strong organization & multi-tasking skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and customer service skills

VRX, Inc offers a comprehensive benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance, as well as a Health Saving Account option and a 401k plan with company matching.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that VRX, Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VRX, Inc will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VRX, Inc explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VRX, Inc.

VRX, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.