Remote In-House Bookkeeper

Time zones: EST (UTC -5), MST (UTC -7), ART (UTC -3), UTC -4, UTC -4:30, UTC -3, UTC -2

Salary based on experience

Purpose

We would like to hire a Bookkeeper to take care of all our company day to day financial tasks. You will be responsible for both accounts payable and receivable along with all payroll and bank account management and reconciliation tasks. To do well in this role you should have previous experience as a Bookkeeper and have used Quickbooks online, Bill.com and other US company works.

Responsibilities

Record day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process
Verify that transactions are recorded in the correct day book, suppliers ledger, customer ledger and general ledger
Bring the books to the trial balance stage
Perform partial checks of the posting process
Complete tax forms
Enter data, maintain records and create reports and financial statements
Reconcile account balances on a timely basis for credit cards, employee expenses & fuel cards, bank accounts
Prepare invoices and set-up auto payments
Assist with monthly and annual closes, preparation of 1099’s and W2’s, and annual auditing procedures
Streamline our financial systems and help document processes into SOPs
Handle personal billings and payments for the President
Process accounts receivable/payable and handle payroll in a timely manner
Knowledgeable of working with US companies.

Requirements and skills

Associate’s degree in accounting or business administration. Excellent knowledge of general accounting principles.
High school diploma.
QuickBooks experience.
At least 2 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably related to construction.
Knowledge of US taxes.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Attention to detail and accuracy of work.
Experience with accounting software such as Xero, Quickbooks, or MYOB.
Able to prepare, review and understand a financial statement.
Maintain integrity and confidentiality at all times
Amenable to work EST timezone
Available to start immediately