Bookkeeper - Accounting Job Description

Company Overview

Degler-Whiting has been serving schools and commercial facilities for more than 70 years as a trusted representative of leading manufacturers. We provide equipment solutions including athletic equipment, bleachers, lockers, scoreboards, operable partitions, and auditorium seating, with a specialty focus on commercial gymnasium construction projects, installation, service, and system support.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized bookkeeper to support the day-to-day financial operations of our second generation, family owned business. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, assisting with accounts payable and receivable, and supporting month-end reporting. The ideal candidate has prior experience with construction businesses, is dependable, eager to learn, performs the work in a highly reliable and accurate manner and is comfortable working with accounting software and spreadsheets. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • None 

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

  • Record and maintain daily financial transactions 

  • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable 

  • Prepare invoices and follow up on outstanding payments  

  • Assist with payroll processing and employee expense reimbursement  

  • Assist with generating financial reports  

  • Maintain organized financial documentation and filing systems  

  • Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations 

  • Communicate with vendors and customers regarding billing questions 

  • Support audits by providing necessary documentation and reports 

  • Assist with any other duties and projects management as requested by the management team 

Required Qualifications/Skills

  • Proven experience as a bookkeeper or similar accounting role  

  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices  

  • Proficiency in accounting software (Computer Ease preferred) and Microsoft Excel  

  • Diligent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy  

  • Good organizational and time management skills  

  • Ability to handle confidential information responsibly  

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a small team 

  • Ability to understand and follow directions 

Certifications/ Licenses

  • Notary license to provide those services for the office as requested. (Preferred) 

Education and Experience

  • Preferred 2 year degree, a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent required; coursework in accounting, bookkeeping, or business administration preferred  

  • 5+ years of bookkeeping, accounting, or related experience  

Physical Demands and Work Requirements

  • Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods 

  • Ability to occasionally lift and move office supplies up to 20 pounds 

Please submit your resume to Sandy@deglerwhiting.com and include your salary requirements. Thank you for your interest in Degler Whiting.