Bookkeeper

Location: Jacksonville, FL 
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

A growing business is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Bookkeeper to take full ownership of daily accounting and payroll operations. This role is ideal for someone who is confident working independently and thrives in a fast-paced environment with many moving parts.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

• Process payroll in a timely and compliant manner

• Track and manage payments related to events, purchases, and business activities

• Maintain and reconcile bank and credit card accounts

• Prepare and post journal entries; assist with month-end close

• Ensure accurate and organized financial records within QuickBooks

• Monitor cash flow and support budgeting efforts

• Coordinate with external tax professionals or CPAs as needed

• Maintain audit-ready documentation and general ledger accuracy

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Bookkeeper or similar accounting role

• Proficient in QuickBooks Online or QuickBooks Desktop

• Solid understanding of accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions

• Strong attention to detail and time management skills

• Comfortable working independently as the primary accounting contact

• Experience handling accounting in a small business or dynamic environment preferred

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Evelyn Johnson