Bookkeeper, Sr

Title: Bookkeeper, Sr.

Department: Trust Accounting
Union: UFCW 3000 Bothell Grade: 8

Position Summary

The Bookkeeper, Sr provides advanced financial accounting for assigned Client(s) and Trust Fund(s) in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and plan guidelines.

"Has minimum necessary access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) by Job Description/Role."

Key Duties and Responsibilities


* Balances FICA, federal with-holding and payroll taxes and makes appropriate deposits.


* Completes appropriate forms to file taxes and tax balancing,


* Prepares accrual accounting journal entries for year-end audit.


* Prepares and sends disbursement letters.


* Reconciles checking, savings, and investments accounts.


* Posts journal entries to general ledger.


* Prepares and distributes Trust financial statements and statistics.


* Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy and reasonableness.


* Makes daily/weekly money transfers as needed.


* Prepares and sends disbursement letters.


* Function as the department subject matter expert and acts as a resource for Bookkeepers.


* May also perform accounts payable function.


* Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications


* High School diploma or GED.


* Two years of experience as a Level 1 Bookkeeper or four years of experience in accounting.


* One year of experience in Trust Fund accounting.


* Thorough understanding of common accounting principles and practices.


* Proficiency with accounting software.


* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills.


* Ability to read and understand financial statements.


* Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office tools and applications.

Preferred Qualifications


* Experience in a third-party administrator.



*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Working Conditions/Physical Effort


* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


* Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Disability Accommodation

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable federal and state law, it is the policy of Zenith American Solutions to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process.

If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Recruiting Department at recruiting@zenith-american.com , and we would be happy to assist you.

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