Bookkeeper

Our client is seeking a Part-Time Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations for a growing distribution business. This position will be responsible for accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash posting, bank reconciliations, collections, and month-end close support.

The ideal candidate will be a self-sufficient accounting professional who enjoys working in a small team environment, can manage multiple priorities, and is comfortable handling a variety of bookkeeping and accounting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Download and post customer payments received electronically
• Reconcile cash activity and bank accounts daily
• Manage collections efforts and follow up on overdue receivables
• Research and resolve customer billing discrepancies
• Communicate with customers and internal sales teams regarding invoice disputes and credits
• Upload invoices to customer portals as required
• Process vendor invoices and maintain accounts payable records
• Prepare ACH payment batches and support wire transactions
• Post vendor and customer payments in the accounting system
• Maintain supporting schedules and reconciliations
• Assist with month-end close activities
• Generate reports and perform basic financial analysis for management and sales teams

Qualifications

• Bookkeeping, accounting, or related financial experience
• Accounting degree preferred but not required
• Several years of hands-on bookkeeping experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and reconciliations
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Software & Technical Skills

• ERP system experience required
• Experience with inventory or distribution accounting systems preferred
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Pivot Tables
• VLOOKUPs
• Data analysis and reporting

Preferred Background

• Bookkeeping experience in a small to mid-sized company
• Distribution, inventory, manufacturing, or project-based business experience
• Experience supporting both AP and AR functions

Ideal Personality Fit

• Easy-going and collaborative
• Reliable and dependable
• Quick learner who can pick up new systems and processes
• Comfortable working in a small team environment
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Work Schedule

• Approximately 25-30 hours per week
• 3 days onsite
• Preferred schedules:
• Monday / Wednesday / Friday, or
• Monday / Thursday / Friday