Summary
As a Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the company's financial operations run smoothly. This includes recording daily transactions, reconciling accounts, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, and preparing financial reports. The bookkeeper ensures compliance with accounting standards and supports management in financial decision-making by providing timely and accurate data. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with accounting software (such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Sage) are essential.
Benefits and Compensation
- $25 - $27 per hour, depending on experience
- Comprehensive and low-cost benefit plans (medical, HSA, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
- Access to Tentamus' Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Matching to 401k contributions
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Accounts Payable
Process accounts payable transactions, including three-way matching, coding, and data entry.Review and handle payment requests, expense reports, and vendor invoices accurately and on time.Audit and process company credit card bills.Maintain vendor accounts in compliance with company policies and procedures.Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable.Accounts Receivable
Assist with accounts receivable transactions, including invoicing, credit memos, and payment application.Monitor and manage outstanding accounts to ensure timely collection of payments.Communicate professionally with clients regarding payment terms, overdue accounts, and collection efforts.Generate and analyze accounts receivable reports to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.Support month-end close activities related to accounts receivable.Banking and Payroll
Perform monthly bank and payroll reconciliations.Support payroll processing, including timecard entry, verification, and final payroll submission.General Accounting Support
Provide essential accounting and clerical support, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all financial transactions.Assist senior accounting personnel with ad hoc requests and projects as needed.Provide remote services to other locations within the Tentamus network.Work Schedule and Requirements
This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, Monday through Friday, in a hybrid work environment.Applicants must be able to work on-site as required and reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the office location.Qualifications
Experience
2-3 years of experience in general accounting2-3 years of experience in QuickBooks Desktop EnterpriseSkills & Competencies
Be technologically savvyBe able to learn to operate and work with technology very quicklyBe able to accurately enter dataBe able to work in a high-pressured environment where time is of the essenceBe able to comply with all processing protocols and follow directions accuratelyBe able to work productively and efficiently in a team environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsBe able to work collaboratively with team members across departmentsBe able to pass drug testing and background checkBe able to execute and demonstrate Tentamus' valuesBe able to understand and use general mathematicsBe able to communicate proficiently verbally and in writing in EnglishBe able to organize and pay attention to detailBe willing to wear personal protective equipment provided and required by ARLPhysical & Scheduling Requirements
Be able to communicate in English fluently and proficiently, in writing and orallyAble to lift at least 50 lbs.Available to work 5 days a week during the day and flexible to meet testing deadlines.Comply with Tentamus' drug-free, background check, and attendance / time off policies.About Tentamus
Labs for Life®. We are a global network of full-service accredited analytical laboratories providing crucial quality and safety analysis for clients locally, nationally, and beyond using proven methods of chemistry and microbiology. Many of the products you use and consume daily rely on Tentamus labs. With 20 labs in the Americas and growing (100 globally), we celebrate having talented diverse scientific and service-oriented professionals.