Full Charge Bookkeeper (8342)
- Direct Hire
- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Full Charge Bookkeeper
Position Summary: The Full Charge Bookkeeper is a key member of the finance team responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records. This role handles full-cycle accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and supports the month-end closing process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in working within an ERP environment.
Essential Job Functions:
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Process all accounts payable (A/P) payments, including payment runs and voided transactions.
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Process accounts receivable (A/R) including invoice requests, receipts, and deposits.
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Maintain and update customer and vendor records in the ERP system.
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Prepare and update monthly schedules for deposits and other recurring financial items.
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Maintain organized records and files for vendors, W-9s, employees, loans, and other financial documents.
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Process timely student loan payments and manage payment schedules.
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Support month-end close by recording journal entries, preparing reports, and reconciling accounts as needed.
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Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate and consistent financial data.
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Process bi-weekly payroll, handle employee inquiries, and set up new employees in the payroll system.
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Assist with internal and external audit requests and provide documentation as required.
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Perform additional duties and support tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting preferred.
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5+ years of relevant experience preferred.
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Experience with full-cycle accounts payable and receivable required.
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Payroll processing experience strongly preferred.
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Familiarity with ERP systems; experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and Paychex Flex is a plus.
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Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
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Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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Self-motivated, flexible, and results-oriented.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.