Senior Full-Charge Bookkeeper: GAAP, Payroll & FinOps

Brownswood Nursery, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Brownswood Nursery, Inc. is seeking a Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage accounting across nursery retail, landscape projects, design services, and maintenance operations. You will maintain the general ledger, handle payroll and AP/AR, and provide timely financial insights to leadership.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, proficient QuickBooks use, advanced Excel, and a detail-oriented, confidential approach. Collaboration with operations and vendors is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
• Experience managing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (Desktop or Online).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate financial records.
• Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Process customer invoicing and monitor collections.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Coordinate with external CPA firms for tax preparation and year-end reporting.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation records.
• Track costs and profitability for landscape installation and construction projects.
• Monitor labor, materials, subcontractor expenses, and equipment costs.
• Work closely with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate job costing.
• Analyze project margins and provide financial reporting to management.
• Manage vendor relationships and payment schedules.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with inventory accounting and purchasing controls for nursery and landscape operations.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory-related transactions.
• Prepare monthly management reports and financial dashboards.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Support audits and financial reviews.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Payroll processing

Accounts payable/receivable

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Brownswood Nursery, Inc. is seeking a Full Charge Bookkeeper to manage accounting across nursery retail, landscape projects, design services, and maintenance operations. You will maintain the general ledger, handle payroll and AP/AR, and provide timely financial insights to leadership.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, proficient QuickBooks use, advanced Excel, and a detail-oriented, confidential approach. Collaboration with operations and vendors is essential.