Bookkeeper

1-800Accountant - New York, NY

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

About the position

The Remote Bookkeeper position at 1-800Accountant offers an opportunity for experienced accounting professionals to work virtually, providing bookkeeping services to small businesses. This role emphasizes achieving a work/life balance while managing client accounts, preparing financial statements, and collaborating with clients to support their financial needs. The position allows for flexible scheduling and the potential to work up to 40 hours a week during traditional business hours.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients with various levels of complexity
• Preparing monthly financial statements for clients, including monthly bank and credit card reconciliation
• Collaborating with each client to obtain supporting documents
• Maintaining accurate ledgers by categorizing transactions to the correct accounts
• Meeting deadlines and client needs, including reporting
• Preparing quarterly and yearly closing entries
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with assigned clients
• Working on ad hoc projects assigned by manager

Requirements

• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience
• Experience with QuickBooks desktop and online, Gusto, Xero and/or other comparable platforms
• Comfortable with technology and various platforms such as MS Office, Skype, Zoom, VOIP, Google Suite
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills with both clients and team members
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Dedicated home office space

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Work with cutting edge technology
• Join an engaging community of like-minded individuals