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Bookkeeper
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Fairfax, Virginia. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accuracy in transactions, and supporting daily accounting functions. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Input accounting data, maintain organized financial records, and generate detailed reports.<br>• Prepare journal entries and ensure accounts are accurately reconciled.<br>• Verify deposits, balance financial files, and issue checks as needed.<br>• Analyze escrow checks, including handling cancellations and reissuance of checks.<br>• Perform daily cash management tasks such as processing deposits, managing wire transfers, and recording transactions.<br>• Respond to internal and external information requests with accuracy and professionalism.<br>• Handle ad hoc accounting tasks and support special projects as required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in bookkeeping or a related accounting role.<br>• Proficiency in bank reconciliations, data entry, and generating financial reports.<br>• Strong knowledge of journal entries and cash management processes.<br>• Experience with daily bank deposits and wire transfer activities.<br>• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for managing and analyzing data.<br>• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.<br>• Ability to work 100% in-office and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
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  • Fairfax, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.80 - 26.40 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Fairfax, Virginia. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, ensuring accuracy in transactions, and supporting daily accounting functions. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Input accounting data, maintain organized financial records, and generate detailed reports.<br>• Prepare journal entries and ensure accounts are accurately reconciled.<br>• Verify deposits, balance financial files, and issue checks as needed.<br>• Analyze escrow checks, including handling cancellations and reissuance of checks.<br>• Perform daily cash management tasks such as processing deposits, managing wire transfers, and recording transactions.<br>• Respond to internal and external information requests with accuracy and professionalism.<br>• Handle ad hoc accounting tasks and support special projects as required.
  • 2025-09-05T15:18:46Z

Bookkeeper Job in Fairfax | Robert Half