Accounting Associate/Bookkeeper

Responsibilities

Considering the above general accountabilities in greater detail, below is a list of specific tasks that fall within the responsibility of this position:

• Enter data into client software and reconcile bank, debit and credit card statements on a monthly basis
• Perform scheduled computations of prepaid expenses, accruals, interest, and enter depreciation expense
• Use the firm’s software programs to automate the process of data entry and adjusting entries. This may include using technology to link client’s software with the firm’s
• Effectively communicate with the clients to receive information necessary to complete an engagement with minimum disruption to the client
• Prepare client financial statements
• Independently and proactively perform tasks assigned
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all client and firm business

Qualifications and Education

• Two-year accounting degree preferred
• Minimum 6 years accounting experience preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred
• Minimum of four years’ experience with QuickBooks preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• 20 hours continuing education annually
• Proficiency with computer, spreadsheet software program and calculator
• Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles, payroll and sales tax
• Understanding of various accounting software programs
• Some local travel is required
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Physical Demands

• Required to sit for long periods of time
• Extensive computer use and use of keyboard and mouse
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Boyum Barenscheer, PLLP, located near Mall of America offers a fun, business casual environment, competitive pay and benefits including 401(k) with matching contribution, employer paid health insurance (full-time only), Paid Time Off and much more!