Bookkeeping and Benefits Assistant

Role: Provide support to finance and human resource departments (benefits management), and other administrative support as needed and as available.
 
Responsibilities: Responsibilities will include a wide range of support tasks in finance, benefits management, and project administration. The specific tasks for which the person in this position will be responsible include, but are not limited to, the following:

 Bookkeeping tasks: Track and code payables, process accounts payable checks, field accounts payable calls, process payroll-related reports, update project budgets, process invoices, monthly reporting, assist with year-end preparation and processes, maintain department files. Special projects as needed.

Benefits management tasks: Maintain benefits management spreadsheets and other tracking for ERISA-based benefits plans (Section 125 Cafeteria plan and 401k/ESOP retirement plan); per-payroll, quarterly, and annual tracking and reporting. Coordinate benefits with payroll. Special projects as needed.
 
There are several areas of overlap between these two departments, particularly with regard to payroll/benefits administration and project budgets/accounting. In addition, as needed/available the person in this position might be called upon to supply general administrative support, such as phone backup, etc.
 
Skills/Qualifications:
  • BA or AA in finance/accounting-related field
  • Minimum two years of experience in bookkeeping/accounting
  • Exceptional spreadsheet skills (Excel/QuattroPro)
  • Accurate 10-key
  • Good word processing skills
  • Highly organized
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Enjoy working with people
Preferred:
  • Experience in bookkeeping/finance for government contractors a plus
  • Experience with the Deltek government accounting system a plus
The bookkeeping/benefits assistant is expected to work productively without close supervision, and to work constructively with other staff. He or she is also expected to balance multiple responsibilities, to complete work in a timely manner and at a high level of quality, and to communicate effectively about progress and concerns.
 
Like all BPA staff, the bookkeeping/benefits assistant is expected to participate actively in and contribute actively to BPA on the corporate level by attending company-wide meetings, offering suggestions, and otherwise providing input into BPA’s efficient and effective management.
 
Other Information: BPA has a casual work environment, with some flexibility in work hours. Benefits include available group health, dental, and disability insurance, paid holidays and leave time, and participation in ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which is a federally approved retirement plan.
 
Application Process: Email cover letter, resume, and three references to frances@bpacal.com. Do not call, fax, or send hard copies.
 
Candidates who appear to meet our qualifications will be contacted regarding next steps. Due to the large anticipated volume of responses, candidates who do not appear to meet our qualifications will not be contacted. Candidates whom we select for interview should be willing and able to take a short practical assessment to demonstrate their skills.

Berkeley Policy Associates is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.