Entry Level Bookkeeper

Entry Level Bookkeeper - Part-Time -OR- Full-Time

A busy local bookkeeping firm is looking for the right person to join our team of professionals as an entry level bookkeeping. This is an on site, in-office position, but after 6-12 months there is a possibility of up to 2 days per week of remote work.

The ideal candidate will have significant computer literacy, as our company operates in a paperless office environment that relies heavily on technology and digital communications. Our bookkeepers have excellent communication skills and know how to build strong, long-lasting relationships with clients. We do not require prior accounting or financial services experience, but meticulous, reliable, self-starters are essential. You must be able to work unsupervised on complex, exacting tasks and follow detailed workflows. Quickbooks, payroll or HR experience is a plus but not required. Excellent desktop computer skills are essential.

We offer a competitive wage and flexible leave. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an eager attitude and the desire to continue in the position long-term.

Qualifications:

• Excellent computer skills with familiarity of the most common office programs (Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Google Cloud/Apps/Drive, Calendars, etc.)
• Ability to provide consistent, clear, excellent customer service
• An eager attitude with the desire to continue in the position long-term
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong learning and conceptual ability
• Happy being self-directed with minimal supervision or external prompting

Compensation & Benefits:

• Regular raises based on clearly defined performance metrics (guaranteed raises at regular intervals provided performance metrics are met). Wages from $19 - $22 per hour within one year of initial employment are common for employees working more than 25 hours per week.
• 401k Plan with ROTH options and employer match

Requirements:

• Location: Homer, Alaska 99603 (Required)
• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Strong desktop computer skills (Required)
• Customer Service background: 2+ years (Preferred)
• Bookkeeping: 1+ years (Preferred)
• Quickbooks Desktop: 1+ year (Preferred)

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable – desires to continue in the position long-term
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction

Schedule:

• Part-time or full-time, Monday to Friday
• Schedules can be flexible to allow for regularly scheduled appointments or obligations outside of work.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Work Location: In person