Job Summary
Accurate books and a smooth payroll rest on a detail-oriented Accountant with strong QuickBooks skills, who manages our day-to-day accounting and supports our payroll process. This role goes beyond basic bookkeeping: you will own core accounting processes, keep our financial records accurate and up to date, and make sure our books are reliable for decision-making. A solid foundation in general accounting principles, hands-on payroll experience, and real pride in precision make for the ideal candidate.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day accounting in QuickBooks, including recording transactions and maintaining the general ledger
- Perform regular bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations
- Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and other adjustments
- Support the month-end close and prepare financial statements such as the Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet
- Assist with payroll processing, including reviewing hours, verifying payroll calculations, and maintaining accurate payroll records
- Record payroll entries and related liabilities accurately in the books
- Track and record accounts payable and accounts receivable activity
- Maintain organized financial documentation, and support year-end and tax preparation as needed
- Spot discrepancies or errors in financial records, and recommend corrections or process improvements
- Provide clear financial updates and answer accounting questions from management
Mandatory Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, or a related field
- Proven experience as an Accountant, beyond basic bookkeeping or data entry
- Strong proficiency in QuickBooks (Online and/or Desktop)
- Solid knowledge of general accounting principles, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statements
- Hands-on experience with payroll processing and payroll record keeping
- Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
- High level of accuracy and the ability to handle sensitive financial and employee information with confidentiality
- Discerning, self-directed, and steady in follow-through
- Strong communication skills
Preferred Skills
- CPA license, or progress toward CPA certification
- Experience with US accounting standards (GAAP) and US payroll processes
- Familiarity with payroll platforms such as QuickBooks Payroll, Gusto, or ADP
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification
- Experience supporting month-end and year-end close for small businesses
- Experience preparing records for tax filing and working alongside an external CPA or tax advisor
- Calm and organized when several deadlines land at the same time
Why Join Us
Play a key role in keeping our finances accurate and organized, working closely with a supportive team that values precision and initiative. We offer a flexible working arrangement, room to grow your responsibilities over time, and an environment where your accounting expertise is genuinely valued.