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Job Title: Bookkeeper

Location: Wallingford, CT

Job Description:

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting and bookkeeping records, ensuring all financial transactions are processed efficiently and accurately. This role requires a solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in NetSuite and MS Office.

Responsibilities:

• Record Keeping: Maintain comprehensive accounting and bookkeeping records and files, ensuring all data is accurately documented and easily accessible.

• Accounts Payable: Record accounts payable entries accurately and timely. Prepare vendor checks and mail them as assigned, ensuring all payments are processed without delay.

• Agent Commissions: Prepare and pay agent commissions monthly, providing payment back-up and statements to agents as needed.

• Inquiries: Respond to vendor and agent inquiries promptly and professionally, ensuring all issues are resolved efficiently.

• Customer Payments: Receive customer payments in NetSuite and process check deposits using an automated bank deposit terminal.

• Accounts Receivable: Follow up with customers on aging accounts receivable to ensure timely collection of payments.

• Payroll: Enter bi-weekly payroll in NetSuite, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

• Bookkeeping Balances: Maintain accurate bookkeeping balances and inform management of any discrepancies or problems.

• Monthly Closings: Assist in the monthly closings process, ensuring all financial data is accurately recorded and reported.

• Account Analysis: Prepare analysis of accounts and post data to supporting Excel schedules as required.

• Interdepartmental Interaction: Interact with all company personnel regarding financial issues, providing support and resolving any financial queries.

• File System: Maintain an organized file system for accounting records and related correspondences, ensuring all documents are filed systematically.

Essential Skills:

• Proven experience in bookkeeping.

• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.

• Ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records accurately.

• Strong data entry skills with a knack for numbers.

• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software.

• Proficiency in NetSuite and MS Office.

• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Professionalism in handling confidential information.

• Ability to read and interpret financial documents.

• Adaptability to deal with frequent change or unexpected events.

• Dependability and punctuality.

• Strong planning and organizing skills.

• Observance of safety and security procedures.

Work Environment:

• Schedule: The work hours are Monday to Friday, 8-5pm

• Team: Join a supportive team that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Growth Opportunities: This role offers opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Why Join Us:

• Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive team that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

• If you are a detail-oriented and experienced bookkeeping professional looking to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $40.86/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wallingford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.