Client Service Accounting Specialist/ Bookkeeper

Company: Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P.
Location: Gastonia
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting a Client Service Accounting Specialist/Bookkeeper for our Gastonia, NC office. You will have lots of contact with outstanding clients in a variety of industries including medical, manufacturing, distribution, real estate, construction, technology, and life sciences. Cherry Bekaert LLP is a place where we are dedicated to providing an environment that enables you to continually learn and have the opportunity to apply what you've learned. You'll engage in challenging assignments that develop your expertise and abilities to their highest level. Your contributions will be valued, and there are no limits as to what you can achieve here. What your day looks like:

• Responsible for multiple clients' accounting and bookkeeping needs
• Set up QuickBooks and train clients in the software
• Communicate with clients on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis; travel to client offices
• Month-end/ Quarter-end/ Year-end closing
• Post and reconcile the General Ledger
• Prepare payroll and remit payroll taxes
• Prepare Property Tax Returns
• Prepare Form 1096, 1099 and W2s
• Prepare Bank reconciliations
• Record fixed assets and depreciation What you need for this role:
  • High School diploma is required. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in heavy general accounting and bookkeeping environment (understand debits and credits, bank reconciliations, etc.)
  • QuickBooks and QuickBooks Pro-Advisor
  • Experience in setting up QuickBooks and training clients
  • Superior client service with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, especially Excel
  • Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to lead, prioritize, thrive and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Integrity, dependability and trustworthiness
  • Able to work overtime throughout the year with heavier overtime required during certain business cycles.
  • Candidates must demonstrate they are eligible to work in the United States.
  • Available for Work Sponsorship: No What you can expect from us:
    • Shared values, including uncompromising integrity, a passion for excellence and mutual respect
    • Collaborative environment focused on career and leadership development
    • Flexible work arrangements with generous PTO
    • Competitive salary and bonus program
    • "Dress for your Day" policy Our mission is to make a difference for our people and our clients. If these values align with yours, we'd like to hear from you. Our Benefits Cherry Bekaert cares about its people. We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection. Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. No agency candidates #LI-LH1

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