Bookkeeper

Job Description *last updated 01/13/2022

Job title: Bookkeeper

Work Location: The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce, Mission, Texas

Job Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: President/CEO

Direct Reports: NA

• Full-time Hourly Rate *(DOE $13 - $17)
• Part-time Salary*

Essential Duties and Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for managing and maintaining finance activities of the Chamber, Visitor Center and Foundation
• Responsible for accounts receivables and payables, general ledger, reconciliations, year-end 1096 and 1099’s
• Secure revenue and preparation of deposits
• Conduct reconciliation of all accounts on a monthly basis. Bank accounts need to be reconciled on a daily basis and the rest of the GL accounts on a monthly basis.
• Maintain and balance the general ledger in an accurate, complete, and up-to-date manner
• Perform all activities related to the accounts payable function including reviewing, coding, and processing payments
• Perform account receivable functions including invoicing, deposits, collections, and revenue recognition
• Prepare financial reports through collection, analysis, and summarization of data
• Interpret and apply accounting policies, rules, and regulations to all work in order to ensure compliance with applicable standards
• Assist and prepare documents for yearly audit
• Maintain and secure administrative files related to operations, financial information, lease, service contracts, new accounts, and warranties
• Direct and oversee record retention as approved by policy
• Maintain the Finance Department policies and procedures
• Present financials to President/CEO and Board of Directors
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Associate Degree in accounting or closely related field or 10 years of direct bookkeeping experience
• Minimum of 1 year bookkeeping experience or closely related; bank experience
• Experience in audits and financial reviews is a plus
• Experience in Public and/or Non-Profit Accounting is preferred
• Fundamental knowledge of GAAP
• Excellent computer proficiency (QuickBooks Online, ChamberMaster, Google Suite, MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with team
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Physical and Other Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on the telephone
• Employee may be required to travel minimally within city limits
• Ability to work flexible hours outside business hours

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Following CDC protocols

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location