We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to manage the day-to-day financial operations of our Christian group travel company. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and the ability to handle the unique financial aspects of the travel industry, including commission tracking and multi-currency transactions.
Responsibilities:
-Accurately record all daily financial transactions in QuickBooks Online, including sales revenue (from passengers, airline tickets/fees, hotels, etc.), expenses, purchases, and payments. -Manage accounts payable (vendor invoices from suppliers and service providers, etc.) and accounts receivable (client payments and outstanding balances), ensuring timely processing and follow-up. These often involve foreign currency. -Perform monthly bank and multiple credit card reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of all financial data and identify discrepancies. -Liaison with the CPA and coordinate the year-end close. -Track and reconcile stakeholders' commissions, which often involve complex structures and payment schedules. -Assist with payroll processing, using the ADP Run platform, including tracking employee work hours, expenses, and ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations. -Process 1099s in January of each year on the federal and state levels. -Prepare and generate weekly financial reports, plus monthly trip profit and loss statements, quarterly profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flows. -Manage Human Resources: Ensuring all new employees are properly welcomed, have the necessary paperwork completed, and understand company policies. -Onboard new employees to the ADP platform. -Keep accurate and confidential employee files. -Pay monthly bills and issue checks as needed. -Manage travelers' account receivables and refunds through proprietary reservations software. -Review monthly invoices, accounts payable, and credit card statements for accuracy -Respond to client calls regarding trip cost and invoices
Qualifications:
-Experience: Proven experience as a bookkeeper, with at least 3-5 years of professional bookkeeping experience. -Accounting Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge and proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Suite. -Accounting Principles: A solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - GAAP). -Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, record-keeping, and reconciliation processes. -Organization & Time Management: Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. -Industry Preference: Prior experience working within the travel, tourism, or hospitality industry is highly preferred, demonstrating an understanding of industry-specific financial transactions. -Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with emphasis on patience and workplace diplomacy. -Ability to multitask, set priorities, and pivot as the day and situation require. -Understanding of Christian faith and principles is a plus. -Excellent customer service skills.
BENEFITS: -Competitive salary plus bonus with potential to earn over $ 75K -Assistance with medical bills -Three weeks paid vacation plus all major holidays paid -Invitation to travel on international trips lasting from 10-12 days at least once per year, with all expenses paid. -401 K plan
This full-time position is located in our Flemington, New Jersey, office with working hours from 8:30 am- 5:30 pm. Start date- as soon as possible
