Bookkeeper

About the Role

Horizon House is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support the organization's day-to-day financial operations. In this role, you'll help maintain accurate financial records, process transactions, support accounts payable and receivable activities, and ensure financial information is recorded accurately and efficiently.

Starting Pay Range: $24.50 - $27.35 per hour

Regular Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

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What You'll Do

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities by processing account payable transactions, maintaining financial records, and supporting accounts receivable functions to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.
• Maintain accurate financial data by recording transactions, preparing reconciliations, reviewing account activity, and assisting with reporting schedules and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and team members to resolve invoice, payment, and account-related questions while supporting efficient financial operations and positive business relationships.
• Support financial accuracy and compliance by maintaining organized records, identifying discrepancies, assisting with regulatory and tax documentation, and contributing to strong internal controls.
• Contribute to departmental efficiency and continuous improvement by assisting with projects, supporting audits and reporting needs, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and workflows.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations, or related accounting functions.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, financial recordkeeping practices, and reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Experience supporting budgeting activities, audits, and internal control processes.
• Experience working with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Skills for Success

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency.

Why Horizon House?

At Horizon House, you'll join a mission-driven organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions help ensure the financial health and operational success of our community.

Benefits and Perks

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits package with low deductibles
• 403(b) Retirement Plan & Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Discounted Costco Membership
• Discounted Meals
• Company Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounted ORCA Card or Discounted Parking
• Staff Scholarship Program - up to $24,000 per year including dependents
• Free Gym and Pool access for employees
• Student Loan Assistance Program - up to $1,200 per year
• Fun and Exciting Staff Events

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Confidentiality Requirements: Employee accesses, uses and/or discloses Protected Health Information, as defined by HIPAA, only to the extent minimally necessary to accomplish essential job functions. Employee practices appropriate safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, use and/or disclosure of PHR (paper, electronic and oral) within his/her work area.

Equal Opportunity: Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Learn more about what it means to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Additional information can be found here.

All staff must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. Horizon House is an E-Verify employer. All applicants offered a role must pass a DSHS background check, and drug screening.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodations while seeking employment, please email

hr@horizonhouse.org

. or call (206) 382-3206 with the nature of your request.