957002 - Franchise - Bookkeeper - Internal

H&R Block - Calais, ME

Full-time - Entry Level

Calais, ME

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of financial tasks that are essential to the smooth operation of our accounting department. You will post financial transactions into subsidiary books and general ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Additionally, you will reconcile and balance accounts, generate and analyze financial statements, and prepare and process payroll. Your responsibilities will also include generating 1099s and W2s, calculating and preparing tax statements, and communicating with clients, client suppliers, vendors, and banking contacts. You will play a key role in assisting with client retention and identifying client growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Post financial transactions into subsidiary books and general ledgers
• Reconcile and balance accounts
• Generate and analyze financial statements
• Prepare and process payroll
• Generate 1099s and W2s and calculate and prepare tax statements
• Communicate with clients, client suppliers, vendors and banking contacts
• Assist in client retention and client growth opportunities

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• National bookkeeping and payroll certifications from the National Bookkeeping Association, or the ability to successfully obtain certifications
• 1-3 years of bookkeeping experience
• Knowledge of bookkeeping practices and generally accepted accounting principles & procedures
• Ability to correctly interpret and apply complete instructions, policies and regulations
• Ability to treat confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Analytical skills and an eye for details
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multi-task and work independently