In-house Accountant / Bookkeeper

Overview

The organization is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated In-House Accountant to join the team in Pacoima, CA. This role supports key financial operations and contributes to day-to-day accounting activities.

Flexible work from home options are available.

Responsibilities

• Daily bookkeeping: Maintain accurate financial records, record daily transactions, and reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Accounts payable: Process vendor invoices, manage bills, schedule payments, and maintain accurate vendor records.
• Accounts receivable: Prepare and send customer invoices, track outstanding balances, follow up on overdue payments, and maintain accurate customer accounts.
• Job costing: Track labor, materials, subcontractor costs, and other expenses for individual painting projects to help determine job profitability.
• Payroll processing: Prepare and process employee payroll, track hours worked, maintain payroll records, and coordinate payroll tax filings as applicable.
• Financial reporting: Prepare monthly profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and other financial summaries for management.
• Bank reconciliation: Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and other financial accounts on a regular basis.
• Budgeting and cash flow: Monitor cash flow, track expenses, help prepare budgets, and identify potential financial issues.
• Expense management: Review employee expense reports, purchase receipts, company credit card transactions, and reimbursements for accuracy.
• Project billing: Prepare and track customer invoices, progress payments, deposits, and final payments for residential and commercial painting projects.
• Tax and compliance support: Organize financial records and documentation for tax preparation, audits, insurance reviews, and other compliance requirements.
• Accounting software management: Maintain accurate records in accounting software such as QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Desktop.
• Financial documentation: Maintain organized digital and physical records of invoices, receipts, contracts, payroll documents, and other financial paperwork.
• Management support: Provide financial reports and updates to ownership, identify discrepancies, and help management make informed business decisions.
• Process improvement: Develop and maintain efficient accounting procedures to improve accuracy, organization, and financial controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in accounting or a similar financial role
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, or similar platforms)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting principles
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and formulas
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team

Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible work from home options are available.