Bookkeeper (US GAAP)

Jobgether; Ireland; Remote; EUR 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Long-term remote position

Support for U.S.-based clients

Opportunity to use AI-powered tools

Job summary

Jobgether seeks a meticulous Bookkeeper (US GAAP) to support U.S.-based accounting firms from a remote Ireland location. You will maintain financial records for multiple entities, handle AP/AR, reconciliations, and assist with month-end close while leveraging AI tools to boost productivity.

The role requires expert QuickBooks Online skills, strong English communication, and the ability to work independently with strict confidentiality and deadlines in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional bookkeeping experience.
• Experience with U.S. accounting conventions and reconciliations.
• Strong written English communication skills.
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online and AI-enabled workflows.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date financial records for multiple entities.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable and reconcile accounts.
• Perform monthly closings and prepare journal entries.
• Prepare bookkeeping reports and assist with financial statements.
• Collaborate with U.S.-based accounting firms and clients to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Independent work

Organization

Problem-solving

Tools

QuickBooks Online

AI tools

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Bookkeeper (US GAAP) based remotely in Ireland.

The Bookkeeper will support U.S.-based accounting firms and CPA practices by maintaining accurate, organized, and up-to-date financial records across multiple business entities. This role requires strong knowledge of U.S. bookkeeping practices and expert-level proficiency in QuickBooks Online. You will manage daily bookkeeping activities, oversee accounts payable and receivable, perform reconciliations, and assist with financial closing procedures. Working closely with accounting teams and client stakeholders, you will help resolve discrepancies and ensure reliable financial documentation. The position also encourages the use of AI tools and modern accounting technologies to improve productivity and streamline workflows. This opportunity is ideal for a meticulous, dependable professional who can work independently and manage competing priorities in a remote environment.

Accountabilities:

As a Bookkeeper, you will maintain reliable financial records and provide consistent bookkeeping support to accounting teams and their clients. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Daily Bookkeeping and Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for multiple business entities.

• Record and categorize financial transactions, prepare journal entries, and perform routine account maintenance.

• Ensure bookkeeping records are complete, organized, and consistent with applicable U.S. accounting practices.

• Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and handled in a timely manner.

• Track outstanding payments and receivables and support the resolution of discrepancies.

• Reconciliations and Financial Closing: Perform monthly bank, credit card, and other account reconciliations with a high level of accuracy.

• Investigate inconsistencies, resolve discrepancies, and maintain supporting documentation.

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures to support accurate financial reporting.

• Prepare bookkeeping reports and contribute to the preparation of financial statements.

• Documentation and Client Collaboration: Maintain well-organized financial documentation in accordance with client requirements and established firm procedures.

• Collaborate with accounting teams and clients to obtain financial information, clarify transactions, and resolve bookkeeping issues.

• Handle confidential financial information responsibly and maintain consistent quality standards.

• Technology and Workflow Improvement: Use AI tools and modern accounting technologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and workflow management.

• Identify opportunities to streamline recurring bookkeeping tasks and strengthen recordkeeping processes.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate has extensive bookkeeping experience, strong practical knowledge of U.S. accounting conventions, and the ability to manage financial records with precision and confidentiality. You should be comfortable working with accounting professionals and clients while independently managing deadlines and multiple priorities. Key requirements include:

• At least 7 years of professional bookkeeping experience.

• A minimum of 2 recent years working within an accounting firm or CPA practice.

• Expert-level proficiency in QuickBooks Online.

• Strong understanding of U.S. bookkeeping practices, accounting conventions, and financial recordkeeping procedures.

• Demonstrated experience maintaining financial records, categorizing transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, and performing account reconciliations.

• Familiarity with month-end and year-end closing processes and bookkeeping report preparation.

• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion, integrity, and strict confidentiality.

• Excellent written English communication skills for professional interactions with accounting firms and clients.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.

• A stable employment history, with at least two years of tenure in each previous role.

• Advanced, hands-on experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini to improve productivity and work quality.

• Reliable high-speed internet, professional equipment, and a quiet, dedicated home office.

• Consistent availability during U.S. business hours.

• Commitment to a long-term remote position supporting a U.S. accounting firm.

Benefits:

• Compensation of $10 per hour.

• Fully remote work arrangement.

• Full-time or part-time engagement options.

• Opportunity to support U.S.-based accounting professionals and CPA firms.

• Hands-on use of QuickBooks Online and modern AI-powered accounting tools.

• Long-term remote work opportunity for an experienced bookkeeping professional.

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