Entry-level Assistant Bookkeeper/Administrative Support

In search of a data entry whiz to assist my company in performing bookkeeping/payroll/administrative tasks for multiple clients. The ideal candidate will be someone interested in a bookkeeping career and long term full or part-time employment. While we would like to fill this position immediately, we can be flexible on the start date for the ideal candidate, to allow them to give proper notice at any existing job.

This position requires excellent attention to detail, the ability to both follow and create procedures, good computer and typing skills, the capacity to perform repetitive, sometimes tedious tasks without losing attention, and client confidentiality. Some real-world experience with bookkeeping and/or Quickbooks and Excel software is preferable but not required; however, the ability (and desire) to problem-solve and learn new things is very important, as is being able to prioritize work, balance multiple responsibilities, and know when to ask for help.

We work with 35-40 clients every month, and each one is unique. The people we hire will learn real-world bookkeeping and how to work in multiple versions of Quickbooks desktop and online, payment and payroll systems, navigate state and federal websites, and maintain client files and client relationships. The successful candidate will be one who enjoys working with multiple clients who have varying needs and procedures. As time allows, you may also learn a bit about putting together client newsletters and working in WordPress and Facebook.

Our office space is in the Smith Glass building at 6 Service Center Road, Northampton. We have three office cats and several fish that live here full time; please keep this in mind if you have allergies or they would be too much of a distraction. The office is next to a PVTA bus stop and has parking. The office has a kitchenette, and we keep coffee, tea, and snacks on hand. Casual dress is fine.

This position will start at $16-$20/hour based on experience, with reviews at 30 and 90 days and annual reviews thereafter. Merit-based raises may be given at any time and profit-based bonuses may be given throughout the year. All employees are eligible for paid sick time and participation in the office's farm share at Mountain View Farm in Easthampton. Additional paid time off, vacation and wellness benefits are available once someone is scheduled an average of 30 hours/week for at least three months. After one year of employment, all staff may participate in a SIMPLE retirement plan with up to a 3% employer match.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Are you allergic to cats?
• Why are you applying for this part-time position and what makes you a good candidate? You can answer this question below or in a cover letter.

Ability to Commute:

• Northampton, MA 01060 (Required)

Work Location: In person