Job Responsibilities:
Financial Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the organization or client, including income, expenses, and transactions.
Bookkeeping: Record and categorize financial transactions, such as invoices, receipts, and payments, into the accounting system.
Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile bank statements and financial accounts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Accounts Payable: Manage accounts payable by processing vendor invoices, ensuring payments are made on time, and maintaining vendor records.
Accounts Receivable: Oversee accounts receivable, including sending invoices, tracking customer payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
Financial Reporting: Generate financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, and provide them to the employer or client.
Budgeting: Assist in the preparation and monitoring of budgets to ensure financial goals are met.
Tax Preparation: Prepare and file taxes, including income tax returns, sales tax returns, and other required tax filings.
Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and potential cost-saving opportunities.
Compliance: Stay current with accounting regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring the organization follows all relevant financial laws and regulations.
Software Proficiency: Be proficient in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Excel, or other tools necessary for financial management.
Qualifications:
Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is often preferred but not always required. Relevant certifications, such as CPA, can be a significant advantage.
Experience: Previous accounting or bookkeeping experience is highly desirable. The level of experience required may vary based on the complexity of the role.
Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail is essential, as accountants must ensure the accuracy of financial records and reports.
Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze financial data and provide insights is valuable in identifying areas for improvement.
Organizational Skills: Accountants must manage multiple financial tasks efficiently, so organizational skills are crucial.
Communication Skills: Effective communication with colleagues, clients, and possibly tax authorities is necessary.
Technology Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and financial tools is essential.
Ethical Conduct: Accountants must adhere to ethical standards and maintain the confidentiality of financial information.
Part-Time Availability: Being available to work on a part-time schedule, which may include evenings or weekends, is a key requirement for part-time accountants.
