Bookkeeper (Temporary)

at  FirstService Residential

Job Overview:
The Bookkeeper will be responsible for checking, verifying, and processing invoices. Preparing monthly financial statements, packages, and reports for assigned properties, within the limits of standard or accepted practice.

DISCLAIMER:

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties, and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting from an accredited college or its equivalent and one year of experience in Accounting /bank reconciliations; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks enterprise.
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills and multi-tasking skills.
• Must have basic proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet maintenance, navigating databases, record keeping and researching the Internet.
• Ability to work with sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently and be self-driven.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, judgment and decision-making abilities

Physical Requirements:

• This position works under usual office conditions.
• The employee is required to work at a personal computer as well as be on the phone for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to stand, sit and walk.
• The incumbent must be able to work extended and flexible hours and weekends as needed.
• Physical demands include the ability to lift up to 10 lbs

• Check, verify and process invoices.
• Prepare payments for signature Sort, code and enter accounts payable data Analyze discrepancies and unpaid invoices.
• Preparing Balance Sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Prepare journal entries.
• Enter journal entries into the accounting system as needed.
• Review monthly reports of general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy, and under guidance correct errors prior to close of accounting period.
• Conduct research on any outstanding or unexplained items and assist in identifying and explaining any variances on the Income Statement the Balance Sheet.
• Report discrepancies to Senior Accountant or Team Leader.
• Assist in preparing additional financial reports requested by Client to be included in the Financial Package or provided to the Community Association Manager and/or BOD.
• Upload the Financial Statement package into the system once completed and approved.
• Prepare excel budget worksheets and other reports as needed.
• Always conduct business with the highest standards of personal, professional, and ethical conduct.
• Perform or assist with any operations as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules.
• Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional material and supplies.
• May participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure all safety precautions are followed while performing the work.
• Follow all policies and Standard Operating Procedures as instructed by Management.
• Perform any range of special projects, tasks and other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting from an accredited college or its equivalent and one year of experience in Accounting /bank reconciliations; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of QuickBooks enterprise.
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills and multi-tasking skills.
• Must have basic proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet maintenance, navigating databases, record keeping and researching the Internet.
• Ability to work with sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently and be self-driven.
• Critical thinking, problem solving, judgment and decision-making abilities.

Physical Requirements:

• This position works under usual office conditions.
• The employee is required to work at a personal computer as well as be on the phone for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to stand, sit and walk.
• The incumbent must be able to work extended and flexible hours and weekends as needed.
• Physical demands include the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.

Schedule: Varies
Compensation: $56.00 per hour