Bookkeeper

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support daily financial operations for a organization in Virginia. This contract position offers the potential for a permanent role and is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate records, managing core accounting activities, and helping keep financial information organized and up to date. The right candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with bookkeeping processes and the ability to work confidently within QuickBooks.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records by recording transactions, updating ledgers, and ensuring documentation is complete and organized.
• Process vendor invoices and coordinate timely payments while monitoring outstanding obligations and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices, track incoming payments, and follow up on past-due balances to support healthy cash flow.
• Reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis to verify account accuracy and investigate variances promptly.
• Use QuickBooks to manage day-to-day accounting activity, generate reports, and keep financial data current.
• Support month-end financial close activities by reviewing entries, confirming balances, and assisting with routine reporting.
• Communicate with internal contacts and external partners to address billing questions, payment issues, and account concerns.
• Hands-on experience performing bookkeeping duties in a detail-focused business environment.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and the ability to navigate accounting records efficiently.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoice review and payment coordination.
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable functions, including billing and payment tracking.
• Experience completing bank reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to organize financial information accurately and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication skills and a dependable, deadline-driven approach to daily work.