We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a team in Ohio in a contract position with the potential to become permanent. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, working through payment exceptions, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong bookkeeping experience and a hands-on approach to cash posting, reconciliations, and month-end support. Responsibilities: • Apply a high volume of incoming payments by reviewing bank activity and lockbox receipts, then posting funds to the correct customer accounts and open invoices. • Investigate payment issues such as unapplied cash, short pays, returned items, and chargebacks by tracing transactions and resolving account differences. • Monitor lockbox reporting and update payment portal records to help ensure receipts are entered accurately and without delay. • Prepare journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and assist with core general ledger tasks tied to monthly close activities. • Review customer account balances, identify inconsistencies, and research outstanding items to maintain clean and accurate records. • Provide cross-functional accounting support as needed and take on additional bookkeeping duties as business needs evolve.

• Prior experience in bookkeeping or a closely related accounting position. • Working knowledge of QuickBooks and other standard accounting systems. • Practical experience supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable processes. • Ability to complete bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy. • Strong attention to detail and confidence working with transactional financial data. • Effective problem-solving skills for researching discrepancies and resolving payment issues.

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Blue Ash, OH
onsite
Temporary to Hire
22.8285 - 26.433 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a team in Ohio in a contract position with the potential to become permanent. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, working through payment exceptions, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong bookkeeping experience and a hands-on approach to cash posting, reconciliations, and month-end support. Responsibilities: • Apply a high volume of incoming payments by reviewing bank activity and lockbox receipts, then posting funds to the correct customer accounts and open invoices. • Investigate payment issues such as unapplied cash, short pays, returned items, and chargebacks by tracing transactions and resolving account differences. • Monitor lockbox reporting and update payment portal records to help ensure receipts are entered accurately and without delay. • Prepare journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and assist with core general ledger tasks tied to monthly close activities. • Review customer account balances, identify inconsistencies, and research outstanding items to maintain clean and accurate records. • Provide cross-functional accounting support as needed and take on additional bookkeeping duties as business needs evolve.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z