Accounting Assistant

NightOwl Consulting; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above market salary

HMO on Day 1 for principal and depend

Government-mandated benefits

Performance-based incentives

Quarterly company events

Equipment and software provided

Job summary

NightOwl Consulting is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations, including payroll processing, bookkeeping, and general accounting tasks using ADP and QuickBooks.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong Excel and Google Workspace skills are required, with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or payroll support.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and ADP required.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and payroll processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, etc.).
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing and related reporting using ADP.
• Support bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries in QuickBooks.
• Help maintain organized financial records and documentation.
• Generate basic financial reports as requested (e.g., expense reports, payroll summaries).
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate data entry and maintain compliance with financial policies.
• Assist with onboarding-related financial tasks, such as setting up payroll and tax accounts for new hires.
• Communicate with vendors, employees, and stakeholders regarding payment status or payroll matters, as needed.

Skills

Accounting experience

Payroll support

Attention to detail

Excel & Google Sheets

Communication & problem-solving

Time management

Tools

QuickBooks

ADP

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our client’s day-to-day financial operations. This role will assist with payroll processing, bookkeeping, and general accounting functions using ADP and QuickBooks. The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing and related reporting using ADP.
• Support bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries in QuickBooks.
• Help maintain organized financial records and documentation.
• Generate basic financial reports as requested (e.g., expense reports, payroll summaries).
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate data entry and maintain compliance with financial policies.
• Assist with onboarding-related financial tasks, such as setting up payroll and tax accounts for new hires.
• Communicate with vendors, employees, and stakeholders regarding payment status or payroll matters, as needed.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or payroll support.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and ADP required.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and payroll processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, etc.).
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Above market salary
• HMO on Day 1 for principal and two dependents
• Government-mandated benefits
• Performance-based Incentives Quarterly Company Events 1,000 PHP De Minimis Equipment and software provided