What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Charge Bookkeeper position at Good Foods Co-Op Inc?
About the Role:
The Full Charge Bookkeeper is responsible for managing all aspects of financial recordkeeping and reporting for Good Foods Co-Op. This position ensures the accuracy of financial transactions, maintains compliance with applicable regulations, and supports the cooperative’s financial health. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of handling all bookkeeping responsibilities independently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and manage the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all financial transactions.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, including vendor payments and customer invoicing.
- Reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and other financial accounts on a regular basis.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management and the board of directors.
- Perform financial reporting and reconciliations for month-end close, ensuring accurate financial data and timely reporting.
- Manage payroll processing, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and timely employee payments.
- File and pay sales tax, payroll taxes, and other required regulatory filings.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for the cooperative.
- Work closely with external accountants for audits, tax preparation, and year-end reporting.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, GAAP, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
- Support the General Manager and Board of Directors with financial analysis and reports as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- 3 years of experience in full-charge bookkeeping or accounting, preferably in a retail or cooperative environment.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks, Sage Intacct or other accounting software.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, payroll processing, and tax compliance.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Experience in the Retail Trade industry.
- Knowledge of inventory management and cost accounting.
- Experience with financial analysis and forecasting.
- Ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for the Co-op's benefit package after 90 days of continuous full-time employment. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Paid Vacation Time, A Staff Discount and 401K matching after 1 year of employment.
**Good Foods Co-op will not use and individual's age, race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability status, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected military or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law**
