Freelance Job: Bookkeeping Partner (Xero/QuickBooks) for Startups

The Elite Job; Singapore; Sur place; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Opportunity to work with innovative founders

Flexible schedule

Build a diverse startup portfolio

Résumé du poste

A leading consulting firm is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeping Partner to maintain financial records for early-stage startups. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day transactions, conduct monthly reconciliations, and prepare financial statements. A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 3+ years of relevant experience, especially with SaaS companies, is essential. This remote position offers flexible shifts and a competitive compensation model, allowing professionals to work with innovative founders.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience with SaaS or Tech Startups.
• Strong understanding of Accrual vs. Cash accounting methods.
• Ability to explain financial data clearly to non-financial founders.

Responsabilités

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements: Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow.

Connaissances

Bookkeeping experience

Communication

Integrity

Formation

Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Outils

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Description du poste

We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeping Partner to support our portfolio of early-stage Startups. You will be responsible for maintaining clean financial records and ensuring our clients have a clear view of their burn rate and cash flow. This is a high-trust role that requires a deep understanding of startup accounting and a mastery of modern cloud-based tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable.

• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure 100% accuracy.

• Process payroll and manage expense reimbursements for remote teams.

• Prepare monthly financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow).

• Maintain a clean General Ledger and ensure all transactions are properly categorized.

• Assist in year-end tax preparation and coordinate with external CPAs.

Requirements:

• Experience: 3+ years of bookkeeping experience, specifically working with SaaS or Tech Startups.

• Expertise: Strong understanding of Accrual vs. Cash accounting methods.

• Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Certification in Xero/QuickBooks is a plus).

• Communication: Ability to explain financial data clearly to non-financial founders.

• Reliability: High level of integrity and strict adherence to data confidentiality.

Technical Requirements:

• Software: Expert-level proficiency in Xero and/or QuickBooks Online.

• Integrations: Experience with auxiliary tools like Gusto (Payroll), Bill.com, or Ramp/Brex.

• Spreadsheets: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.

• Connectivity: Secure, high-speed internet and familiarity with password management tools (e.g., LastPass).

Work Details:

• Shift: Flexible / Project-Based (Asynchronous work permitted).

• Schedule: Part-time or Retainer-based (10–20 hours per month per client).

• Mode: 100% Remote.

• Compensation: Monthly Retainer or Hourly Rate (Competitive).

• Benefits: Opportunity to work with innovative founders and build a diverse startup portfolio.