What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at Tongue & Groove Design + Build?
Bookkeeper - Join Our Professional Accounting Team!
Company Description:
At Tongue & Groove, we are a luxury residential design build firm with 20 years of experience, based in Wilmington, NC. Our discerning clients seek us out for our creativity, artisanship, and personalized service. As a part of our close-knit team, you will be immersed in an environment where you can build close, lasting relationships with teammates and vendors, experiencing a sense of purpose that only a few will encounter. If you are introspective, matter-of-fact, and thrive in a professional work environment, read on to discover an opportunity where you belong.
The Position:
We are seeking a diligent bookkeeper to join our accounting department. As a bookkeeper, the responsibilities will include maintaining financial records and reports, performing account reconciliations, assisting with budgets and closing processes, conducting internal audits, and keeping track of accounts payable documentation.This person will also collaborate with the Controller as needed and respond to information requests by management and for auditing purposes.
Qualifications:
To be successful as a bookkeeper, you should be analytical and have the ability to accurately maintain a general ledger while ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
- 2 years of accounting experience.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and QuickBooks required.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Working knowledge of GAAP.
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
- Good problem-solving and time management skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Ability to bring accountability to work, adhering to processing and reporting deadlines.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain financial reports, records, and general ledger accounts.
- Prepare journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations and assist with monthly close processes.
- Contribute to the development and review of annual operating budgets and performance projections.
- Maintain documentation for accounts payable, purchasing, and treasury and conduct internal audits.
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Respond to information requests, review financial statements, and assist with audits.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP.
- Assist the Controller and COO as needed.
Our Company Mission and Beliefs:
At Tongue & Groove, we hold our mission and beliefs dear to our hearts:
- Mission: We imagine with our clients. We build for our clients. Our clients can live life without regrets.
- Brand Promise: Never compromise quality or coolness.
- Warrior’s Spirit: We work hard with urgency, desire to be the best, and always make the numbers.
- Servant’s Heart: Have a humble heart with everything you do, follow the “Golden Rule,” serve the client to your best capability.
- Fun-Loving Attitude: We celebrate successes as a team, enjoy the work you do and those you work with, don’t take yourself too seriously.
- Exceptional Communication: Knowing what to say and what not to say, receive and give feedback freely, respond with calm, care and creativity.
Company Benefits:
At Tongue & Groove, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 401(k) with matching contributions
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance coverage
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off for vacation and personal days
Schedule:
Workdays are Monday to Friday, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. We believe in providing a professional and supportive work environment where you can thrive and grow in your career.
Work Location:
Join us in person at our Tongue & Groove headquarters as we strive for operational excellence, providing exceptional service to our clients and creating memorable moments through our work.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person