Accounting Systems Implementations Specialist (Accounting Engineer) | 100% Remote Work | Independent Contractor

TeamUp; Philippines; A distancia; PHP 2.187.000 - 3.936.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work with equipment provided

Discretionary year-end bonus

22 days paid time-off

Descripción de la vacante

TeamUp is seeking a full-time independent contractor accounting engineer to join our US-based client serving faith-based organizations. You will diagnose financial systems, redesign accounting structures, and deliver practical reports and implementation guidance. The role emphasizes ownership from diagnosis through completion.

The position is remote from the Philippines, with overlap during Central Time. The team offers learning opportunities, discretionary year-end bonus, and 22 days of PTO.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred or equivalent.
• Strong command of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with nonprofit/ church accounting is advantageous.
• Able to learn and implement new software and processes.

Responsabilidades

• Diagnose financial systems and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Architect chart of accounts and financial structure for clients.
• Design and implement financial reporting and controls.
• Lead One-Time Accounting Projects and ensure accuracy and deliverables.
• Coordinate with team members to manage project scope and timelines.

Conocimientos

Independent ownership

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Systems thinking

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Herramientas

QuickBooks Online

BILL

Gusto

Descripción del empleo

**This is a full-time independent contractor role. Candidates must be able to commit exclusively to this position and not engage in part-time or freelance work once hired.**

Are you an accounting professional who thrives on solving complex problems, brings structure to ambiguity, and knows how to turn financial challenges into practical, well-designed solutions?

If understanding how financial systems work, identifying opportunities for improvement, designing smarter accounting processes, and taking ownership of technical projects from diagnosis through implementation sounds like your kind of challenge, you might be exactly who we're looking for.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive compensation package tailored to your experience and expertise;
• Discretionary Year-End Bonus (inspired by 13th-month pay) rewarding your hard work and dedication;
• Enjoy a generous 22 Days Paid Time-Off, plus Christmas vacation leave;
• This role will follow an 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Central Time (CT) schedule to ensure sufficient overlap and collaboration with the team.
• Embrace the convenience of remote work - operate from the comfort of your home with equipment provided;
• Secure a full-time role as an Independent Contractor, with no BPO involvement;
• Unlock a fulfilling career path with ample learning opportunities;
• Exciting, relationship-based company that genuinely cares about its people and clients;
• Join a company that embraces a family culture, cherishes your own family, fosters excellence and advancement, and thrives on efficiency!

CLIENT BACKGROUND

Our client is a US-based company specializing in top-notch bookkeeping, accounts payable, and fractional CFO services. They have unwavering dedication to serving unique clientele - churches! Their noble mission is to advance the kingdom with a deep commitment to aligning financial expertise with higher purpose.

They help pastors elevate their church’s financial health for greater ministry impact by providing faithful stewardship and expert financial management.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The role is someone who can look beyond individual transactions to understand how an organization’s financial systems work, diagnose what is not working, and build a better solution. This role combines sound accounting judgment with strong problem-solving skills, an ability to learn unfamiliar software, and a practical approach to systems design.

This role owns the technical work, accuracy, and completion of our Ministry First Financial Blueprint and Quick Start services, as well as assigned one-time accounting projects. Other members of the Operations team will lead client discovery and manage Blueprint and Quick Start project coordination, packaging, and delivery. The Engineer owns the technical content and implementation work.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ministry First Financial Blueprint

• Assess financial statements, account structures, reconciliations, fund activity, and workflows to identify material issues and reporting limitations.
• Prepare the Financial Review & Action Plan, distinguishing required from optional cleanup and estimating the work involved.
• Architect the chart of accounts, classes, and financial structure around the way each church or nonprofit operates; prepare supporting account mapping and implementation guidance.
• Design and draft financial policies, operational processes, and technical content for client-facing process plans and implementation road maps.
• Implement approved chart of accounts changes, and design, build, and validate customized financial reporting packages.
• Self-review deliverables for technical accuracy, completeness, and readiness for Operations to package and present.

One-Time Accounting Projects

• Own the planning, technical execution, and completion of assigned cleanup, restructuring, financial systems improvement, and migration projects.
• Scope work, perform approved reconciliations and corrections, troubleshoot implementation issues, and verify the accuracy of the finished work.
• Coordinate progress, dependencies, and issues with internal team members while maintaining ownership of technical results.

Quick Start Implementation

• Set up QuickBooks Online, the chart of accounts, payroll, and the initial financial environment for new churches and organizations.
• Implement New Axis accounting processes and reporting; test and validate the setup so the client is ready for ongoing operations.

Additional Accounting Operations Support

As project volume allows, this position will also process assigned client payroll alongside our payroll specialist and support accounts payable processing and bill payments, following established schedules, approvals, and controls. These additional duties are not core responsibilities of the Accounting Engineer seat but temporary tasks to assist with capacity of a growing company.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

The right person delivers accurate, complete, and practical accounting solutions on schedule. They take ownership from diagnosis through technical completion, navigate unfamiliar systems without getting stuck, and create financial structures and reports that church leaders can trust and use. They balance initiative with collaboration and continually improve how the work gets done.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• Minimum of 4–5 years of US accounting experience in a US-based accounting or bookkeeping firm. Experience handling nonprofit clients, particularly churches, would be a great advantage.
• Strong command of accounting principles, financial statements, reconciliations, chart of accounts design, and financial processes.
• Proven ability to work through unfamiliar accounting environments, ask the right questions, and architect practical solutions that meet operational needs and accounting requirements.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online, BILL, and Gusto; resourcefulness in learning, configuring, and troubleshooting additional software platforms.
• Independent ownership of technical work, paired with a willingness to learn and follow company’s methods and processes.
• Clear, fluent spoken and written English; able to explain technical issues understandably and participate in client calls when needed.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, collaboration, and commitment to accurate, usable deliverables. Church or nonprofit accounting experience is helpful but not required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Reliable, stable and high-speed internet
• Work Environment: Be able to work privately (you’re accessing confidential financial information) during work hours.

DESCRIPTION OF IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Adaptable & Open to Learning: You are comfortable stepping outside your usual areas of expertise and picking up new tools, technologies, and ways of working. You approach unfamiliar challenges with an open mind and see them as opportunities to grow.
• Big-Picture & Systems Thinking: You naturally look beyond individual tasks and transactions to understand how things connect. You can see the bigger picture, recognize gaps, and think critically about how different parts of a financial operation should work together.
• Clear Communicator & Collaborative: You can articulate your thoughts, explain complex ideas in simple terms, and communicate recommendations with confidence. You value collaboration and understand the importance of keeping others informed and aligned.
• Independent & Self-Driven: You are comfortable taking initiative and working with minimal supervision. You know when to make decisions independently, when to seek guidance, and how to keep things moving without waiting for someone to tell you what to do next.
• Quality-Conscious & Accountable: You take pride in your work and hold yourself accountable for the results. You have a keen eye for detail, a strong sense of responsibility, and the discipline to see things through until they are done right.
• Resourceful & Solution-Oriented: You are a practical problem-solver who doesn't easily get stuck when faced with unfamiliar systems or challenges. You know how to find answers, explore alternatives, and develop workable solutions even when there isn't an established playbook.
• Strategic & Process-Minded: You can translate complex information into a clear direction. You enjoy creating structure out of ambiguity, identifying opportunities for improvement, and designing processes that are both practical and sustainable.