Accounting Manager/Bookkeeper

Job descriptionWe’re a small, fast-paced, highly flexible, teamwork-oriented fiduciary services firm in Los Altos, California. We’re seeking a like-minded part-time accounting manager/bookkeeper to join our team. JOB DETAILSJob Type: Part-TimePay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on experienceHours: Flexible, approximately 16-20 hours/week, with the potential to increase if desired.Physical Setting: Hybrid (in-office and remote work), with at least one day per week in our Los Altos office. JOB SUMMARYThe accounting manager/bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining the financial records that track our clients’ expenditures, profit & loss, cash flow and other financial activities.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES· Prepare checks and enter all expenses, deposits, and funds transfers in QuickBooks· Reconcile and balance all client accounts (checking, savings, investment) in QuickBooks· Monitor cash positions· Prepare P&L, Balance Sheet, and other reports as requested· Identify opportunities to streamline activities and develop improvement systems for client accounts· Research problems or questions as they arise· Perform other duties and administrative tasks as requestedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES· Organized, detail oriented and able to prioritize multiple demands· Ability to problem solve and develop procedural systems· Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and generally accepted principals of accounting· Adept at QuickBooks· Trustworthy and discreetREQUIREMENTS· High school diploma or equivalent· 2-3 years of bookkeeping experience· Experience in small business accounting is a plus· Ideal candidate is an expert in QuickBooks and has some knowledge of TimeMatters or other record keeping programBENEFITSParticipation in 401(K) program and company contribution of 3% of income + annual profit share contribution (subject to vesting requirement)7 paid holidays/year as specified by company40 hours paid sick time/year