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Role overview
We’re seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to join our Client's team and meticulously manage financial transactions and records. Responsibilities include accurately recording income, reconciling invoices, categorizing transactions weekly, conducting monthly and quarterly reviews, and overseeing software syncing. Additionally, the Bookkeeper prepares 1099s, coordinates year-end closure with the CPA, and manages bill payments. This role demands attention to detail, software proficiency, and effective communication for smooth financial operations.
Responsibilities
- Record income in Quickbooks Online by matching payments received to open invoices according to deposit details provided via shared Google sheet
- Record customer deposits where no invoices exist and apply once invoice is created in our CRM and synced over
- Review and reconcile monthly the invoices in our CRM against those in Quickbooks Online to ensure proper sync
- Connect and maintain Quickbooks Online to import bank and credit card feeds for all bank accounts and credit cards
- Make the best attempt at categorization weekly. Transactions that need further clarity will be communicated for review monthly
- Responsible for bank and credit card reconciliations
- Every month, after books are closed, conduct proprietary, comprehensive internal monthly reviews to ensure quality
- Conduct additional Quarterly Reviews every quarter to further ensure quality and aid in timely year-end preparation
- Provide standard monthly financial reports by email.
- Assist in administering payroll via Gusto and handling expense management and team credit cards via Divvy. Ensure sync is properly maintained between products and Quickbooks Online
- Prepare 1099s digitally and email to vendors.
- Responsible for closing the books yearly and will coordinate with the tax-preparing CP
- Pay bills using Bill.com. Bill pay workflow will be fine-tuned.
- Submit bills (if vendors don't directly submit to Bill.com inbox) and indicate G/L if known for expense
- Correctly enter the invoice into Bill.com
- Receive a list of bills for approval from Bill.com
- Once approved, ensure the correct payment method is used
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience in the accounting field
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
- Proficient with Quickbooks Online
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal teams, vendors, and CPAs.
- Ability to analyze financial data, bank records identify discrepancies, and propose solutions.
- Willingness to collaborate with team members and external stakeholders to ensure smooth financial operations.
- Experience working with US Companies
Plus Points
- Prior experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role, preferably in a similar industry, is advantageous.
- Education: A degree or certification in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred, but relevant experience may suffice.
- Experience with Bill.com and Gusto or similar
Working hours: 9 am to 5 pm Central Time Zone
Compensation: 2,500 - 3,000 USD per month
Perks
- 100% remote
- Compensation in US dollars
- 2 weeks of PTO
- US holidays
- Dynamic Work Environment
- Growth Opportunities
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