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Bookeeper

Jackson, MS 39272

Posted: 01/11/2024 Industry: Any Great Industry Pay Rate: $20-$22 per hour

Job Description

Major Responsibilities:

  • Ensures that all required bookkeeping functions of the office are completed in an accurate, timely and neat orderly manner.
  • Perform accounting function including billing, cash receipts, payables processing and maintaining the banking function.
  • Communicate with the main office on accounting and personnel related matters.
  • Understands and complies with Company policies and procedures and all government regulations pertaining to the position.
  • Accurately and thoroughly processes all requirements for new and existing employees.

Specific Duties:

  • Receive and process tickets for credit sales.
  • Receive and process tickets for cash sales.
  • Post cash receipts for credit and cash sales to accounts receivable accounts.
  • Code and pay all supplier invoices in a timely manner.
  • Maintain material haul clearing accounts and resolve problems in a timely manner.
  • Receive cash and checks and prepare daily bank deposits for payments received and deposits into a local financial institution.
  • Complete customer and vendor add forms and sends to Main Office as needed.
  • Maintain the petty cash account including making payments, retaining receipts and requesting reimbursement in a timely manner.
  • Input inventory counts and generate inventory reports on a monthly basis.
  • Retain important financial related documents for the Company. These include tax, vehicle, equipment, etc.
  • Oversee the preparation of payroll time records for the weekly payroll run. This includes verifying data entered is correct and reviewing the payroll records prior to distribution of payroll checks.
  • Distribute mailouts to employees.
  • Review or assist in reviewing the New Hire Packet with newly hired employees by ensuring all pertinent forms have been properly completed.
  • Conduct or assist in conducting the New Employee Orientation Program for all newly hired employees.
  • Other duties or special projects as assigned by management.

Requirements:
- Proficient in using accounting software (e.g., Sage) and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with journal entries, financial report writing, and account reconciliation
- Experience with payroll processing is a plus
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Requirements

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Meet Your Recruiter

Kelly Webb Collum
Professional Recruiter

Meet Kelly Collum, our seasoned Professional Recruiter at Staffers since January 2000. However, she has been in the industry over 32 years alongside our President, Beth Henry. Kelly thrives on making a meaningful impact on people's lives. When not matching talent with opportunity, Kelly enjoys Spinning and has been a Reformer Pilates instructor for 27 years. In her downtime, she cherishes moments with her husband, adult children, and adorable first granddaughter. Kelly's favorite escapes? The beach and tropical islands, where relaxation meets adventure. At Staffers, Kelly finds immense reward in helping individuals secure a better future—it's truly life-changing! 

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