Job Description
Join the Apex Team
Apex Financial Solutions is a premier accounting firm dedicated to empowering local businesses in the Pacific Northwest. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to join our dynamic finance team in Portland, OR. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining the financial health of our diverse client portfolio, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
If you have a passion for numbers and a knack for streamlining financial processes, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the full cycle of accounts payable and receivable (AP/AR) for multiple clients, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
- Perform daily bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations to maintain clean financial records.
- Prepare and post monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, adhering to GAAP standards.
- Assist with the preparation of quarterly and annual tax returns, working closely with external CPAs.
- Process payroll for small to mid-sized businesses, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Reconcile credit card statements and expense reports, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Maintain and organize digital and physical financial records, ensuring data integrity and security.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting firm or high-volume corporate environment.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
- Strong understanding of GAAP and basic tax preparation concepts.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to detect errors and resolve them efficiently.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial data to clients and team members.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Associate’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.