Bookkeeper

Full-Charge Bookkeeper Location: Valley Village/North Hollywood, CA Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Office - with Benefits Salary: $56,000 to $65,000 Annually About the Position We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Full-Charge Bookkeeper to manage the accounting and bookkeeping functions for multiple privately owned companies, including temporary staffing, real estate, and property management businesses. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, payroll processing, payroll tax reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and responding to government agency notices. This individual will work directly with ownership and under the supervision of the company's CPA, maintaining accurate financial records and supporting accounting operations across multiple business entities. Key Responsibilities Accounting and Bookkeeping - Maintain accurate financial records using QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop. - Manage bookkeeping functions for multiple companies under common ownership. - Record daily financial transactions and maintain general ledger accounts. - Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations. - Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation. - Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities. - Maintain organized and audit-ready financial records. - Manage digital financial records using Adobe Acrobat PDF. Property Management Accounting - Utilize Property Management Software for property management accounting activities. - Record and track rent collections, tenant charges, and owner distributions. - Maintain tenant ledgers and property-related financial records. - Assist with property financial reporting and account reconciliations. Accounts Receivable - Manage all Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, including invoicing, payment posting, collections, and account reconciliation. - Collect and track rental income and tenant payments. - Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding receivables. Accounts Payable **** - M anage all Accounts Payable (AP) functions, including vendor payments, expense coding, and account reconciliation. - Maintain vendor records and W-9 documentation. - Resolve billing and vendor discrepancies. - Ensure timely payment of all company obligations. Payroll and Payroll Tax Reporting - Process employee payroll accurately and timely. - Process payroll garnishments and wage attachments. - Prepare and file quarterly and annual payroll tax reports. - - Prepare and maintain: Form 940, Form 941, DE 9, DE 9C, W-2 Forms - Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation. - Ensure compliance with federal and California payroll requirements. Compliance and Government Agency Correspondence - Respond to and resolve notices received from: - - IRS, California EDD, Other federal/state/local agencies - Coordinate with outside CPAs and tax professionals as needed. - Maintain accurate records supporting tax filings and audits. Multi-Company Accounting Maintain separate accounting records for multiple entities. Track expenses, revenues, and financial activity by company. Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation for ownership. Work closely with ownership and the company's CPA to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance. Coordinate year-end reporting with outside accountants.