Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Bookkeeper to join our growing finance team in Columbus, Ohio. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the accurate maintenance of our financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and providing the leadership team with timely financial insights.
At Meridian Ledger Partners, we value precision, integrity, and professional growth. If you have a knack for numbers and a passion for helping businesses thrive financially, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Manage Accounts: Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and within the required timeframes.
- Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure data integrity and identify discrepancies.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts, month-end close procedures, and balance sheets.
- Payroll Administration: Process payroll for employees, ensuring tax withholdings and deductions are calculated correctly.
- Inventory Management: Assist with periodic inventory counts and the valuation of stock.
- Compliance: Support the preparation of year-end financial statements and tax documents.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Bachelor's degree preferred).
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of professional bookkeeping experience.
- Software: Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Xero, or Sage accounting software.
- Excel Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to spot errors in financial data.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients and vendors.