Bookkeeper

About the role:

The Bookkeeper role at Jabu is critical to the success of the organization. This person is responsible for maintaining the company's financial records and ensuring they are accurate and up-to-date. The Bookkeeper will work closely with the finance team to reconcile financial transactions, process and pay vendor bills, and prepare financial reports and budgets.

Responsibilities:

• Record and reconcile financial transactions, including sales, purchases, and payments.
• Sort and reconcile invoices to ensure that all vendor bills are accurate and up-to-date.
• Process and pay vendor bills in a timely manner, ensuring that all suppliers are paid on time.
• Maintain accurate financial records and reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Reconcile bank statements and track expenses to ensure that the company's financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and budgets, including projected income statements and cash flow projections.
• Maintain and load payroll on a monthly basis.
• Stay up-to-date with current accounting practices and regulations, and ensure that the company is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Education: The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Experience: The candidate should have a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in bookkeeping or a related field. Candidates with experience in the B2B e-commerce industry will be highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: The ideal candidate should be proficient in using accounting software, such as QuickBooks or Xero, and have experience in reconciling bank statements, processing vendor bills, and preparing financial reports.
• Attention to detail: Bookkeeping requires meticulous attention to detail, and the ideal candidate should be able to accurately record and reconcile financial transactions.
• Communication Skills: The candidate should be able to effectively communicate with internal teams and suppliers, and should be able to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Problem-solving skills: The candidate should be able to identify and resolve any discrepancies in financial records, and should be able to effectively manage vendor relationships.
• Time management: The ideal candidate should be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines.
• Adaptability: The candidate should be able to adapt to changes in accounting regulations and requirements, and be willing to continuously improve their skills and knowledge.
• Ethical Conduct: The candidate should have a strong moral compass and maintain confidentiality and integrity in all financial transactions.

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper with a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of employees, we would love to hear from you! Please apply today with your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications for this role.