Bookkeeper

$47,840 - $72,800/Yr

PrideStaff - Pleasanton, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Pleasanton, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Bookkeeper position at PrideStaff Financial is a vital role that involves maintaining accurate financial records for our clients. The successful candidate will work closely with the accounting team to create and analyze financial reports, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while processing accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and managing invoices and tax payments. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can handle multiple projects and deadlines effectively. In this position, the Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining and balancing the general ledger, ensuring that it is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. This includes establishing accounts, posting transactions, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The Bookkeeper will also enter and reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other daily financial entries. Additionally, the role involves preparing financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends, which is crucial for informed decision-making. Staying updated with federal, state, and local legal requirements is essential for this role. The Bookkeeper will need to interpret and apply accounting policies, rules, and regulations to all work to ensure compliance with applicable standards. This position is ideal for someone who is proactive, organized, and has a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and balance the general ledger accurately and completely.
• Establish accounts and post transactions while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Enter and reconcile accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other daily financial entries.
• Prepare financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
• Stay updated with federal, state, and local legal requirements and ensure compliance with applicable standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years experience working in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Ability to work on multiple projects while maintaining deadlines.
• Understanding of general accounting procedures.
• Advanced accounting and bookkeeping software experience including Quickbooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.