Senior Trust Bookkeeper – Growth, PTO & 401(k) Benefits

Zenith American Solutions; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Zenith American Solutions in California seeks a Sr. Bookkeeper to oversee advanced financial accounting for client trusts, ensuring compliance with policies, regulations, and plan guidelines.

The role handles payroll tax balancing, prepares year-end journal entries, reconciles accounts, and generates trust statements. Strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with accounting software are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Level 1 Bookkeeper or four years of accounting experience.
• One year of experience in Trust Fund accounting.
• Thorough understanding of common accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency with accounting software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Balances FICA, federal with-holding and payroll taxes and makes appropriate deposits.
• Completes appropriate forms to file taxes and tax balancing.
• Prepares accrual accounting journal entries for year-end audit.
• Prepares and sends disbursement letters.
• Reconciles checking, savings, and investments accounts.
• Posts journal entries to general ledger.
• Prepares and distributes Trust financial statements and statistics.
• Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy and reasonableness.
• Makes daily/weekly money transfers as needed.

Skills

Accounting principles

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

PHI/PII awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Zenith American Solutions in California seeks a Sr. Bookkeeper to oversee advanced financial accounting for client trusts, ensuring compliance with policies, regulations, and plan guidelines.

The role handles payroll tax balancing, prepares year-end journal entries, reconciles accounts, and generates trust statements. Strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with accounting software are essential.