Job Information
Robert Half Full Charge Bookkeeper in Lexington, Kentucky
Description
Our client is looking for a dedicated and experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to provide accounting services to their clients.
Key Responsibilities
Process and record daily financial transactions for multiple clients, including AP, AR, bank/credit card activity, expenses, and payroll entries.
Maintain accurate general ledgers and reconcile bank, credit card, and loan accounts monthly.
Prepare and deliver timely financial statements, reports, and schedules for clients.
Manage client invoicing, bill payments, vendor communication, and collections as needed.
Categorize and organize transactions in accounting software and maintain supporting documentation.
Assist clients with payroll processing and payroll tax reporting (if applicable).
Track fixed assets, depreciation, and other recurring adjustments.
Communicate regularly with clients regarding missing information, deadlines, and financial questions.
Collaborate with CPAs during month‑end close and year‑end projects, including preparing workpapers for tax returns.
Support process improvements and ensure compliance with firm standards.
Qualifications
2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience; experience in a CPA or public accounting environment preferred.
Strong understanding of bookkeeping fundamentals and GAAP principles.
Proficient with accounting software such as QuickBooks
Solid Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously.
Professional communication skills and comfort working directly with clients.
Preferred Skills
Experience with payroll processing
Familiarity with sales tax filings, 1099 preparation, or monthly write‑up work.
Knowledge of cloud-based bookkeeping tools
Experience in various industries is a plus.
Requirements
Qualifications
2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience; experience in a CPA or public accounting environment preferred.
Strong understanding of bookkeeping fundamentals and GAAP principles.
Proficient with accounting software such as QuickBooks
Solid Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously.
Professional communication skills and comfort working directly with clients.
Preferred Skills
Experience with payroll processing
Familiarity with sales tax filings, 1099 preparation, or monthly write‑up work.
Knowledge of cloud-based bookkeeping tools
Experience in various industries is a plus.
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