Hiring: Bookkeeper & Office Assistant (Part Time)
Onsite (Midland, MI) | Part-time, 10-12 hrs/week
Posted October 19, 2026
About the Job
We're looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper & Office Assistant to support the day-to-day financial and administrative operations of our office. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, staying organized, and helping a small team operate efficiently.
This person will be able to choose a schedule during normal business hours that works for them but are required to come into the office at least twice per week.
Primary Responsibilities
Bookkeeping
- Manage weekly bookkeeping:
- Payroll with QuickBooks Online assistance
- Invoicing
- Monthly reports for billable time of employees and contractors
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Expenses
- Tax preparation support
- Contractor invoices
- Reconcile bank and credit card accounts
- Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks Online
- Manage employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and business insurance policies
- Manage client contracts and maintain contract records
- Monitor project budgets and assist with financial tracking
- Coordinate with company’s CPA and prepare financial records for tax filings
- Prepare monthly financial reports and present updates to the president
Office Administration
- Coordinate with vendors for office maintenance, equipment and repairs
- Order and maintain office supplies
- Maintain employee records and assist with onboarding paperwork
- Organize and maintain digital and physical filing systems
- Assist with other administrative projects as needed
Qualifications
- 2+ years of bookkeeping (preferably in QuickBooks Online) or accounting experience preferred
- Experience working in a small business environment is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial information
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Skills Needed
- Friendly, professional, and service-oriented
- Reliable and dependable
- Self-starter
- Accounting and bookkeeping experience
Software Experience
- Mastery in QuickBooks Online
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Education
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or a related field
About Trapani Communications
Trapani Communications was founded in 1994 and since then has provided strategic communications planning, project implementation, graphic design and branding support for large corporations, local and regional businesses, municipalities and nonprofit organizations. Our expert team of communications strategists, issue managers, seasoned writers, creative graphic designers and project managers help shape and advance narratives to meet our clients’ goals. We are based in Midland, MI. Learn more at trapanicomm.com.