Bookkeeping Part-Time Assistant, Universal Lacrosse Company
Specialty Sporting Goods Retailer
Welcome to an amazing opportunity with a fast-paced and exciting company! Universal Lacrosse is the premier retailer for anything and everything lacrosse, run by some of the most knowledgeable and dedicated professionals in the industry. Located in Somerville, New Jersey, we have grown to 10 locations in four states since our start in 2006 and continue to grow faster each year.
We are in search of a self-directed to assist with our company’s finance and accounting procedures. Responsibilities include reviewing and reconciling accounts, processing payments to external partners, and maintaining updated records of invoices and receipts. To be successful in this role, you should have relevant bookkeeping and accounts payable experience and have strong attention to detail. There is an opportunity for upward mobility.
This position reports directly to the Director of Finance/Accounting.
Responsibilities Include:
- Entry of all vendor bills and identify and address discrepancies
- Invoice customers and send reminders to ensure timely payments·
- Reconcile vendor statements to internal records
- Troubleshoot problems with invoices
- Maintain digital and physical filing system
- Report on the status of accounts payable and receivable
- Update internal accounting databases and spreadsheets
- Process bank deposits
- Other administrative duties as required
Requirements Include:
- Previous experience as an Accounts Payable Professional - Required
- Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures- Required
- Ability to work unsupervised and problem solve- Required
- Knowledge of Excel including XLookup and Sumifs and willingness to learn
- Solid data entry skills with an ability to identify numerical errors
- 20-25 hours a week as a guide. We will be flexible.
- Good organizational and time-management abilities
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or relevant field preferred
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
- Self-motivated individual who is reliable and trustworthy
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills