Personal Assistant – Junior Bookkeeper

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Please note; this role is based in Redondo Beach!About the Role I’m looking for a reliable, personable Personal Assistant / Junior Bookkeeper to help me manage my small home-based bookkeeping business. This is a great fit for someone who’s organized, responsible, and enjoys a mix of office work, bookkeeping training, and the occasional errand run.You’ll work partly from my home office (where you might see my family around!) and sometimes from your own home. My clients are great people—laid back, friendly, and easy to work with—so I’m looking for someone with a similar vibe: professional, but relaxed and enjoyable to be around.What You’ll Do• Run errands like bank deposits, post office trips, and client drop-offs/pickups (must have your own reliable vehicle).• Help with administrative tasks: scanning, filing (digital and paper), organizing, and email management.• Work directly with me to stay on top of daily office tasks and organization projects.• Train and assist as a junior bookkeeper, learning software like Xero and helping the bookkeeping team with data entry, reconciliations, and basic reports.Who You Are• Friendly, dependable, and detail-oriented.• Comfortable working in a home office and around a family setting.• Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new software.• A self-starter who takes initiative and can juggle different kinds of tasks.• Has reliable transportation and is okay with occasional local errands.• Ideally, has 1+ year of office or admin experience (bookkeeping experience a plus, but not required).EquipmentA computer and all necessary equipment will be provided—you do not need to bring your own unless you prefer to use it.Perks• Paid training in bookkeeping and accounting software.• Flexible hours and a laid-back environment.• Paid holidays and personal time off.• Opportunity to grow into a long-term bookkeeping role.• Supportive, down-to-earth work atmosphere.Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience.Location:Home office in North Redondo Beach.Schedule:Part-time 20-30 hours a week to start, with room to grow.

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