At Near, we help top talent in Latin America find remote roles with US companies. Our mission is to create better lives by fostering a remote work culture that transcends borders. 

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accountant with proficiency in QuickBooks online or other
general ledger accounting software to join our client's team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for
managing the financial aspects of the clients; businesses, with a focus on monthly financial
statements, transaction recording, sales tax returns, and U.S. corporate tax filings and other
required U.S. economic filings. This role requires a client-facing individual who can work with
minimal supervision and is capable of providing consultative and critical insights to enhance
financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Monthly Financial Reporting:
  • Record financial transactions.
  • Prepare monthly financial statements for some of the firm’s clients.
  • Manage the monthly accounting processes, financial report preparation;
  • including but not limited to profit and loss, balance sheets, annual and interim budget reports.
• Tax and Other U.S. Government Economic Reporting:
  • Prepare sales tax returns for a couple of key clients in the raw materials and
  • artificial grass production industries.
  • Assist with corporate tax returns, corporate reporting, and other economic
  • information returns and disclosures required by the U.S. government.
• Client Interaction:
  • Serve as a client-facing professional to address inquiries and build relationships.
  • Act as a liaison between clients and the accounting team, ensuring clear
  • communication.
• Business Development:
  • Explore opportunities to expand the accounting services into a new Line of
  • Business (LOB).
  • Provide insights and recommendations to the business owner regarding
  • potential growth areas.
• Financial Analysis:
  • Understand and analyze financial statements and prepare budgets and other required financial reports to provide client decision-makers with appropriate information to manage the business activities.
• U.S. Company Formations and Registrations:
  • Work with clients and other third parties forming U.S. entities (corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies) and managing their U.S. state doing business, formation, and state registrations.
• Tech-Savvy Approach:
  • Utilize technology and accounting software effectively, especially QuickBooks
  • Online, MS Office 365, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Embrace a tech-savvy approach to streamline services provided to clients.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting, preferably with exposure to in-house transaction reporting, tax compliance, and other financial / transaction reporting.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks online or similar general ledger software is essential.
• Strong understanding of financial reports, such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and budget reports.
• Client-facing experience with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Consultative and critical thinker, capable of providing strategic recommendations.
• Tech-savvy and adaptable to new accounting and other online / cloud based technologies.
• Business development mindset to explore new opportunities.

Working hours: 9 am to 6 pm ET

Benefits: 

• 4 weeks of paid time off
• US Holidays
• Laptop
• Growth opportunities
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic work environment
• 100% remote
• Work/life balance

Compensation: $3,000 - 4,000 USD per month


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