Accounting Specialist
Job Description
About the Role
We’re seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented Accounting Specialist who is comfortable with both tactical and strategic responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on accounting experience, particularly in accounts payable and core accounting operations, along with mandatory experience using QuickBooks Online.
This is initially a part-time position of approximately 20 hours per week, with the potential to expand hours and responsibilities as the firm grows.
We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, dependable, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on experience and skill level, responsibilities may include:
- Process and manage accounts payable (AP), including invoice entry, coding, and payment coordination.
- Support accounts receivable (AR) processes and customer invoicing.
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger records.
- Assist with monthly and year-end closing activities.
- Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting, where applicable.
- Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.
- Work across multiple client accounts and ensure accuracy and timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Collaborate directly with the co-founders to improve accounting workflows and processes.
- Depending on seniority, review accounting work, identify discrepancies, and provide oversight or guidance to junior team members.
What We're Looking For
- Practical experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, or financial operations.
- Strong, hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) – mandatory, along with experience using Bill.com and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
- Experience with AP processing, reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.
- Ability to manage tasks independently and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working remotely and communicating with a distributed team.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work with multiple clients and manage competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with outsourced accounting firms or multiple client accounts.
- Knowledge of GAAP and month-end close procedures.
- Experience with Xero, NetSuite, Bill.com, or other accounting platforms.
- Experience preparing financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
- CPA, ACCA, or equivalent accounting qualification (preferred, depending on experience level).
- Previous experience reviewing work or mentoring junior accounting staff.
Work Schedule & Compensation
- Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week.
- Employment Type: Part-time, with potential to expand to additional hours as the business grows.
- Working Hours: Preference for availability during 8 AM – 5 PM EST
- Location: Fully remote.