Full-Charge Bookkeeper & HR Benefits Lead

Summary

FINE helps companies strengthen their brands and achieve meaningful business results. The company is seeking a Full-Charge Bookkeeper & HR Benefits Lead to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, payroll, financial reporting, employee benefits administration, and HR support while supervising one employee.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete accounting cycle, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Support project managers with accounting-related tasks such as monthly billings and work-in-process calculations
• Monitor and report on cash flow
• Maintain accurate records of fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts
• Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and resolve accounting issues promptly
• Maintain appropriate internal controls and financial documentation
• Prepare information and supporting documentation for tax filings, audits, and outside accountants
• Assist with annual censuses, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis as needed
• Coordinate payroll processing and ensure payroll information is accurate and submitted on time
• Maintain accurate employee records related to compensation, deductions, benefits, and employment status
• Coordinate with payroll providers and other HR vendors
• Maintain confidentiality of employee, payroll, financial, and benefits information
• Serve as the primary contact for employees regarding company benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, and other company-sponsored programs, as applicable
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including benefits enrollment and termination requirements
• Reconcile benefit invoices and payroll deductions to ensure accuracy
• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities and employee communications
• Assist with updating employee policies, procedures, and HR documentation
• Support management with employee-related administrative needs
• Work with payroll provider, benefits broker, insurance carriers, HR consultants, retirement plan providers, and other benefit vendors to resolve issues
• Assist with compliance-related requirements, notices, filings, and documentation associated with employee benefit programs
• Stay informed about changes affecting company benefit plans and communicate relevant information to management and employees
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and company information

Skills

• Financial & HR Expertise: 3–5+ years of full-cycle bookkeeping, financial reporting, payroll processing, and benefits administration
• Technical Skills: Proficient with QuickBooks Online, Excel, and Google Sheets
• Professional Attributes: Highly organized, detail-oriented, effective collaborator, adaptable across tight deadlines, and trusted with sensitive data
• Agency Experience: Background in creative agency operations
• Software: Experience with Rippling (HRIS/payroll) or Harvest (time tracking)
• Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business (or equivalent experience)

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Financial & HR Expertise: 3–5+ years of full-cycle bookkeeping, financial reporting, payroll processing, and benefits administration
• Technical Skills: Proficient with QuickBooks Online, Excel, and Google Sheets
• Professional Attributes: Highly organized, detail-oriented, effective collaborator, adaptable across tight deadlines, and trusted with sensitive data

Nice to Haves

• Agency Experience: Background in creative agency operations
• Software: Experience with Rippling (HRIS/payroll) or Harvest (time tracking)
• Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business (or equivalent experience)

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• A selection of robust health plans (medical, dental, and vision) to choose from
• 401k retirement plan with company contribution
• Professional development funds to keep you growing
• Paid Vacation, sick time, ten company-paid holidays, and our annual holiday close
• Paid parental leave
• Subsidized commuter benefits