Part-time Senior Bookkeeper

About the job

About Us:

Company Overview:

Brass International is a provider of outsourced solutions for CPG brands across a variety of health and wellness product categories. Our solutions include product innovation, design and development, sourcing, contract manufacturing, marketing and sales. Based in Mooresville, North Carolina, our company has been in business for over 15 years and has established a strong reputation for excellence in the industry. 

Job Overview:

We are seeking a bright, detail-oriented and organized part-time Senior Bookkeeper to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining the financial health of our organization by helping us manage daily accounting tasks and ensuring that all financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant. This role is a part-time position (12-18 hours per week) onsite.

Job Responsibilities

As a bookkeeper, you will oversee and manage financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance. Your key responsibilities include:

Recording Financial Transactions: Accurately record all income, expenses, and financial activities using accounting software.

Maintaining General Ledger: Ensure the accuracy of the general ledger by reconciling accounts and correcting discrepancies.

Preparing Financial Statements: Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Payroll Processing: Manage payroll operations, including calculating wages, withholding taxes, and issuing payments.

Accounts Payable and Receivable: Track invoices, payments, and overdue accounts while maintaining strong vendor and client relationships.

Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank statements with internal records to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Budget Monitoring: Assist in tracking budgets, identifying variances, and recommending adjustments.

Compliance and Audits: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and assist with internal or external audits.

Expense Management: Monitor expenses and recommend cost-saving measures.

Tax Preparation: Collaborate with accountants to prepare and file tax returns accurately and on time.

Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

Must-have:

High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in accounting or finance preferred.

Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including creating pivot tables and using formulas.

Strong understanding of GAAP bookkeeping principles and practices.

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.

Friendly, professional demeanor with strong communication and interpersonal skills for vendor and client interactions.

Ability to work independently and efficiently.

Strong work ethic.

Nice-to-have:

Certification as a bookkeeper or accounting technician (e.g., CPB or AAT).

Experience working in manufacturing or similar industry where BOMs were used for inventory.

Familiarity with cloud-based accounting solutions or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Experience using Slack.

Success Criteria

To excel in this role, as a bookkeeper you must:

Consistently produce error-free financial reports within deadlines.

Maintain a 100% accuracy rate in recording and reconciling financial transactions.

Exhibit proactive communication to address potential financial discrepancies promptly.

Demonstrate reliability by adhering to deadlines and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.

Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and team members by providing professional and courteous service.

Compensation

$25-$30/hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Role Description:

Location: Mooresville, NC (onsite)

Schedule: Part-time (10-18 hours per week)