Bookkeeper

Job Description

Bookkeeper | Robert Half

The Tone:
This is a contract role at Robert Half, for their client located in Columbus, Ohio. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm, connecting highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. This position is vital for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day accounting activities, directly contributing to reporting processes that enable sound financial decisions for the client.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Contract
• Location: In-person, Columbus, OH

• Mission: Maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day accounting activities for our client.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop

What You’ll Actually Do
• Record Transactions: Record financial transactions in QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop while keeping ledgers current and accurate.
• Manage Payables: Oversee accounts payable activities by reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and ensuring vendors are paid on time.
• Handle Receivables: Manage accounts receivable tasks, including issuing invoices, tracking incoming payments, and following up on outstanding balances.
• Reconcile Accounts: Perform regular bank and account reconciliations to identify discrepancies and maintain reliable financial data.
• Document and Report: Maintain organized accounting documentation and assist with preparing financial reports and summaries for review activities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level experience in bookkeeping or a closely related accounting support role.
• Experience: Proficiency with both QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop, along with practical knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliation processes.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial records, ability to organize workloads and manage deadlines, and clear written and verbal communication skills.