Junior Bookkeeper

Preston Refrigeration; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the HVAC sector, Preston Refrigeration, is seeking a Junior Bookkeeper in Kansas City. In this entry-level role, you will maintain accurate financial records and support various accounting functions while adhering to financial standards. Ideal for candidates eager to learn and build a career in finance, the role emphasizes attention to detail, organization, and software proficiency.

Qualifications

• Some bookkeeping or data entry experience preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with QuickBooks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Record day-to-day financial transactions accurately.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and monitor cash flow.

Skills

Data Entry

Attention to Detail

Bookkeeping

Organization

Education

Some exposure to bookkeeping tasks

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

CRM systems

Job description

As a Junior Bookkeeper, you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting day-to-day accounting responsibilities across all entities, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. This entry-level position is ideal for someone who is passionate about numbers, eager to learn, and looking to build a career in finance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Recording Financial Transactions:

• Document day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit card expenses, and other general ledger entries.
• Ensure accuracy in recording transactions across various systems

Reconciliation and Monitoring:

• Reconcile bank statements and monitor cash flow to identify discrepancies.
• Assist in reconciling sales taxes, payroll taxes, 401k, and bank accounts at the end of each month.

Financial Reporting:

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial statements, reports, and summaries to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with the Accounting team to create and analyze financial reports.

Data Entry and Accuracy:

• Enter data accurately and maintain records.
• Perform partial checks of the posting process.

Software Proficiency:

• Utilize spreadsheets and proprietary software for bookkeeping tasks.
• Good with spreadsheets, experienced in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, and basic accounting systems

Proficiency with Business Tools:

• Comfortably navigate and utilize Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and other tools relevant to business operations.
• Familiarity with Job Costing: Having knowledge of job costing practices is advantageous.
• Project Review and Support:
• Assist in reviewing ongoing projects, analyzing their income and costs.
• Provide necessary supporting information to the Project Operations Accountant.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Bookkeeping Experience: Some exposure to bookkeeping tasks is preferred, but not required.
• Data Entry Skills: Proficiency in data entry and attention to detail.
• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with spreadsheets, comfortable navigating different computer programs and continuously eager to learn more.
• Organization Skills: Excellent attention to detail, time management, and communication skills

BEHAVIORS/WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

All Preston Refrigeration employees must have uncompromising integrity and ethical standards.

Accountability and Reliability. Our employees must work reliably under pressure to keep on task and meet deadlines. Passionate, Energetic, and Enthusiastic. Our employees possess a high-energy level, focusing on execution with measurable results. We exhibit a "can-do attitude" to maintain enthusiasm and provide encouragement by our demeanor.
Strong Work Ethic. Our employees are fully committed and willing to do whatever it takes to drive the team and company brand into the future. Work/life balance is encouraged at Preston Refrigeration with the expectation that team members give 110% effort on the job. Preston Refrigeration is a fast-paced environment and it is critical that our employees are driven to succeed.
Supportive. Our employees possess emotional intelligence and common sense to support team members and appreciate the value of our culture and company.
Physical. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle and talk or hear.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Maintain a professional appearance and grooming standards as outlined.

DISCLAIMER

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Federal law obligates us to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of employees, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship. Please let us know as soon as possible if you need an accommodation to complete these listed essential functions.