Cohen & Co

Bookkeeper

Cohen & Co
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, and performing reconciliations. Proficient in utilizing accounting software and tools to support efficient bookkeeping processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Bookkeeping ExperienceQuickBooks OnlineSage IntacctAccount ReconciliationAttention to Detail

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Maintain accurate and complete general ledger records
  • Record and categorize day-to-day financial transactions
  • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Prepare and post journal entries
  • Assist with monthly and year-end closing processes
  • Maintain supporting documentation for financial transactions
  • Review accounts for discrepancies and resolve reconciliation issues
  • Assist with payroll-related accounting and reporting as needed
  • Prepare routine financial reports, including balance sheets and income statements
  • Communicate with clients and internal team members to obtain information and resolve bookkeeping matters
  • Help improve and maintain efficient accounting processes and procedures
  • Support accountants, controllers, and other finance professionals as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 3+ years of hands-on bookkeeping or accounting experience
  • Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits and credits, account reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
  • Experience with QuickBooks Online and/or Sage Intacct
  • Experience performing monthly account reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify inconsistencies or errors
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team
  • Preferred: experience working with multiple companies or clients simultaneously
  • Preferred: experience in a public accounting, outsourced accounting, or professional services environment
  • Preferred: experience assisting with month-end close
  • Preferred: experience with both QuickBooks Online and Sage Intacct
  • Preferred: QuickBooks Online certification or other relevant accounting/bookkeeping credentials
  • Preferred: associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package
  • Time off outside of standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community
  • Annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses
  • Talent development resources and growth opportunities
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion-focused workplace culture

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Hard Skills
General Ledger AccountingFinancial ReportingJournal EntriesPayroll AccountingFinancial Transactions ManagementMonth-End CloseDebits and CreditsFinancial Record MaintenanceBank ReconciliationAccounts Payable Management
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsDetail-OrientedAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam CollaborationTime Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelQuickBooks OnlineSage Intacct
Certifications & Qualifications
QuickBooks Online CertificationAccounting Credentials
Industry Keywords
Public AccountingOutsourced AccountingProfessional ServicesFinancial TransactionsAccounting Principles