Full Charge Bookkeeper
Compensation Range:
$22.00 - $25.00/per hour
Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education/certifications, training, etc.
About Optimal Water Technologies:
Optimal is a regionally focused company. We provide consultative resource support, specialty chemistries, commodity chemistries, equipment, laboratory support, and full field service to heavy industry, healthcare, institutions, and light manufacturing.
We work with customers to reduce, reuse, and recycle their water while protecting their systems and equipment. Optimal provides the unique opportunity to work with a broad suite of technologies to deliver automated monitoring systems, data analysis and deep technical expertise to increase efficiency, sustainability and performance for our customers.
What’s in it For You:
- You’ll join a growth company offering competitive pay and benefits.
- A company cell phone.
- Comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, 6% matching 401k, paid time off, and more!
- A long term, advancing career path in service, sales, or management.
- A culture that values safety first, including training and personal protection.
- Pride in working for a company that provides key services to critical infrastructure.
Position Overview:
The Full Charge Bookkeeper will be responsible for overseeing the entire bookkeeping function for the organization. This role requires a self-starter who can handle all aspects of financial record-keeping, from day-to-day transactions to month-end closings, with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will maintain accurate financial records, ensure compliance with tax regulations, and support strategic financial decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage accounts payable (AP) processes, including vendor invoice processing, payment scheduling, and reconciliation of vendor statements.
- Oversee accounts receivable (AR) activities, such as invoicing clients, tracking payments, and managing collections to ensure timely cash flow.
- Prepare and file sales and use tax returns, ensuring compliance with state and local tax regulations.
- Manage inventory levels, reconciliations, and ordering as needed.
- Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, adjustments, and account reconciliations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience as a full charge bookkeeper or in a similar role.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) for data analysis, reporting, and communication.
- Expertise in QuickBooks Desktop for managing financial transactions and reporting.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Excellent self-starter attitude with a focus on customer service.
- Effective communicator with team members and customers.
- High School diploma.
- 2 years’ experience as a bookkeeper.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to physically perform the essential duties of the position which include sitting for periods of time, occasionally lifting 15 - 20 lbs. (ex. Reams of paper, file boxes, etc.), and handle other traditional office tasks.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
