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A bit about us:

Our client has been providing highly personalized tax, accounting and financial services to closely held businesses and their owners for over 34 years, with an emphasis on income and estate tax planning and asset protection. The firm supports and encourages professional growth, and respects its staff personally and professionally by providing a work/life balance environment, making everyone feel part of the team, and providing top training and stimulating, complex work.

Why join us?

  • Work + Life Balance
  • Great Compensation Package
  • Advancement Opportunity
  • Generous PTO/Holiday
  • 401k match

Job Details

Public accounting firm is seeking a self-starting, dynamic individual for a full-time, full-charge bookkeeper position which entails preparing/reviewing accounting & financial reports, recording financial transactions into all ledgers, reconciling accounts, preparing journal entries, reconciling bank accounts, performing general accounting duties, preparing payroll & sales/use tax returns.

Technical Knowledge
  • Reviews complex bookkeeping projects.
  • Reviews the accounting and formatting of white paper financial statements before providing them to the financial department for final review.
  • Reviews W-2s, 1099s, payroll tax, sales and use tax, personal property tax, gross revenue license, and other tax returns.
  • Able to research complex bookkeeping/accounting questions using the research tools available and prepare correspondence on the same to clients and state and federal agencies, and for internal files.
  • Able to apply knowledge of cash and accrual basis of accounting, explain the differences to clients, and make recommendations as to which method is better for the client.
  • Able to apply knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles to ensure financial statements are properly prepared.
  • Able to research complex sales and payroll tax questions using the research tools available.
  • Suggest client system/process improvements or planning ideas to the engagement manager or director.
  • Able to prepare basis schedules and record partnership activity for owners.
  • Able to assist bookkeepers with broker statement reconciliation to identify and correct issues.
  • This position will assist in supervising and training the Business Services Group team. Previous supervisory or training experience is preferred.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • 5-6 years’ bookkeeping experience
  • College-level accounting courses, a Bachelor's Degree, or work experience equivalent
  • Working knowledge of computerized software and Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Proficient in QuickBooks (QuickBooks Pro-Advisor is a plus)
  • Strong organizational and follow-up skills, including the ability to manage several projects simultaneously and complete tasks promptly
  • Prior public accounting experience preferred

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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