What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at Zenith American?
Title: Bookkeeper Department: Trust Accounting
Position Type: Non-Exempt Hours per Week: 40
Date Open: Closing Date: Until Filled
Position Summary
The Bookkeeper provides financial accounting for assigned Client(s) and Trust Fund(s) in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and plan guidelines.
"Has minimum necessary access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) by Job Description/Role."
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Balances FICA, federal withholding, and payroll taxes; makes appropriate deposits.
- Reconciles checking, savings, and investments accounts.
- Posts journal entries to general ledger.
- Prepares and distributes Trust financial statements and statistics.
- Assists in the preparation of 941 and 945 forms.
- Ensures accounting files are current and in good order.
- Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy and reasonableness.
- Makes daily/weekly money transfers as needed.
- Prepares and sends disbursement letters.
- May also perform accounts payable function.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED.
- Two years of experience in an accounting role.
- Knowledge of common accounting principles and practices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read and understand financial statements.
- Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office tools and applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a third-party administrator.
- Familiarity with accounting software.
*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Zenith American Solutions
Real People. Real Solutions. National Reach. Local Expertise.
We are currently seeking an experienced Bookkeeper with the necessary skills, initiative, and personality, along with the desire to get the most out of their working life, to help us be our best every day.
Zenith American Solutions is the largest independent Third Party Administrator in the United States and currently operates over 40 offices nationwide. The original entity of Zenith American has been in business since 1944. Our company was formed as the result of a merger between Zenith Administrators and American Benefit Plan Administrators in 2011. By combining resources, best practices and scale, the new organization is even stronger and better than before
We realize the importance a comprehensive benefits program to our employees and their families. As part of our total compensation package, we offer an array of benefits including health, vision, and dental coverage, a retirement savings 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO), great opportunities for growth, and much, much more!
Internals to Apply:
If you meet the minimum qualifications and are interested in applying for the above position, please submit an application. All applications must be received by 5:00 pm on the Internal Posting Deadline listed above in order to be considered prior
