Responsibilities
• Enter all Accounts Payable (AP) invoices and Accounts Receivable (AR) billings into the accounting system.
• Reconcile all bank and credit card statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• File monthly and annual General Excise Tax (GET) returns in compliance with local regulations.
• Assist in payroll tax filing and ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Post weekly payroll transactions to the accounting system.
• Provide a weekly cash forecast to assist with cash management.
• Generate and provide weekly Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and Job Cost (JC) reports.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements to ensure all transactions are accounted for.
• Verify that bank reconciliations align with the General Ledger for accuracy.
• Compare actual costs versus estimated costs for jobs in progress to assess project profitability.
• Reconcile Credit Card Payable accounts to maintain financial accuracy.
• Verify that Payroll Taxes (Federal withholding, FICA, State withholding) match accounting software records.
• Calculate monthly and annual General Excise Tax (GE Tax) liability for compliance purposes.
Qualifications and Requirements
• Experience in bookkeeping and accounting tasks is essential.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices is required to perform the job effectively.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel for managing financial records and generating reports.
• Keen eye to detail to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• The ability to analyze financial information and reconcile accounts is a key aspect of the role.
• Capable of working independently on tasks but also be a team player, as collaboration with colleagues and external parties is common in accounting.
• Clear and coherent in both written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with colleagues and external partners, especially when dealing with financial matters.
• Knowledge of local tax regulations and compliance requirements.
