Full-Charge Bookkeeper / Payroll Specialist

Overview

The organization is seeking an experienced Full-Charge Bookkeeper with strong payroll and HR administration skills to take ownership of day-to-day financial and people operations. This role involves managing processes end-to-end and partnering with leadership to ensure accurate, compliant workflows.

Responsibilities

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping, including A/P, A/R, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and payment processors using automation tools and professional judgment
• Prepare accurate financial statements and reporting schedules for leadership, CPAs, and auditors

Payroll & HR Administration

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payroll and review payroll taxes
• Handle employee changes, onboarding, offboarding, and compliance tracking
• Maintain employee files, support HR policies, and oversee timekeeping and benefits coordination

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Review and manage customer invoicing
• Oversee collections, including system-generated reminders and professional follow-up calls

Operational & Leadership Support

• Maintain vendor records, contracts, renewals, and payment schedules
• Support leadership with operational tasks, communication follow-up, and administrative coordination

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Full-Charge Bookkeeper or in a similar role
• Strong hands-on experience with payroll, HR administration, and compliance
• Comfort with accounts receivable, collections, and frequent phone communication
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Excel, and cloud-based accounting tools
• Highly organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities independently
• Strong communication skills and a high standard of confidentiality

Location

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (40 hours/week)

Work Environment

• Collaborative, professional environment with consistent expectations and autonomy