Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant

Confidential Employer; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer is seeking a remote Bookkeeper or Staff Accountant with 5+ years of experience to manage day-to-day bookkeeping for clients in an outsourced accounting firm setting. Responsibilities include bank reconciliations, A/P and payroll processing, 1099 preparation, and accurate general ledger entries, with attention to detail and timely reporting.

The role favors candidates with public accounting background and private industry exposure, strong Excel skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years bookkeeping experience, preferably in public accounting firms or real estate enterprises.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, and hands-on experience with QuickBooks and Bill.com.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting processes, including A/P, A/R, payroll, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Generate financial reports to provide insights into financial health.
• Prepare and manage 1099 forms and accounts payable aging reports.
• Maintain meticulous filing systems for efficient record-keeping.
• Conduct monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of reporting and ledger maintenance.
• Uphold confidentiality of sensitive organizational information.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Excel

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Excel

Job description

We are actively seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Remote Bookkeeper or Staff Accountant to join our client's accounting services team. Ideally, we prefer candidates who possess a background in public accounting firms coupled with private industry experience, with a strong preference for individuals who have demonstrated proficiency in preparing comprehensive financial statements within an Outsourced Accounting Firm setting. This role is pivotal in maintaining meticulous financial records for our clients, encompassing various facets such as purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.

The ideal candidate will be tasked with overseeing all aspects of bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations, management of accounts payable, preparation of 1099 forms, and ensuring the accurate recording of all transactions in the general ledger. If you are a seasoned professional with a robust grasp of bookkeeping principles and an innate passion for numerical analysis, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting processes, including but not limited to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Generate financial reports to provide insights into the financial health of the organization.
• Prepare and manage 1099 forms and accounts payable aging reports.
• Maintain meticulous and up-to-date filing systems to facilitate efficient record-keeping.
• Conduct monthly account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting and ledger maintenance.
• Uphold the confidentiality of sensitive organizational information.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant bookkeeping experience, preferably within public accounting firms or real estate enterprises.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, and hands-on experience with QuickBooks and bill.com.
• Demonstrated expertise in bookkeeping practices, including a keen attention to detail.
• Exceptional data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong multitasking abilities and adeptness at meeting deadlines.
• Proficient problem-solving skills and analytical acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

This presents an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated Bookkeeper or Staff Accountant to make significant contributions to a dynamic and expanding team. If you are prepared to advance your career and play a pivotal role in enhancing our organization's financial operations,