Assistant Bookkeeper

Summary

SingerLewak is an accounting and consulting firm serving clients primarily in the western region. The Assistant Bookkeeper supports Account Managers by performing day-to-day bookkeeping functions, including accounts payable and receivable, journal entries, reconciliations, payroll support, tax-related duties, and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Assists Account Manager by performing day-to-day bookkeeping functions for clients. This person will primarily input information for accounts payable and accounts receivable, assist in preparing check runs utilizing AgilLink
• Prepares journal entries
• Performs bank reconciliations and traces discrepancies
• General communication with vendors
• Assists with clients’ payroll
• Assists with Month-end and Quarter-end duties, including compilation of financials, sales tax and payroll tax returns
• Assists in the preparation of 1099s and W-2s for clients
• Assists Account Manager with special projects

Skills

• - Understanding of the fundamental principles of accounting and bookkeeping
• - Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook
• - Problem-solving skills in dealing with deadlines
• - Experience with AgilLink is a plus, but good computer learning skills required
• - Able to work some overtime December through April
• - High School diploma required
• - Proficient in Microsoft Office
• - Must have a valid driver's license
• - Must be California based
• - One plus years of bookkeeping experience preferred
• - One plus years of experience in AgilLink and/or QuickBooks preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• - Understanding of the fundamental principles of accounting and bookkeeping
• - Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook
• - Problem-solving skills in dealing with deadlines
• - Experience with AgilLink is a plus, but good computer learning skills required
• - Able to work some overtime December through April
• - High School diploma required
• - Proficient in Microsoft Office
• - Must have a valid driver's license
• - Must be California based

Nice to Haves

• - One plus years of bookkeeping experience preferred
• - One plus years of experience in AgilLink and/or QuickBooks preferred

Benefits

• This role can be performed in office, hybrid or remotely.
• SL forward program promotes a culture of learning and growth through targeted development and leadership programs.
• Professional and personal advancement opportunities