Part - Time Accountant

Bookminders, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Work from Home

Team of Resources

Scalable Earnings

Career Development

Job summary

Bookminders is seeking a Part-Time, Remote-First Accountant to manage client accounting systems for small businesses and nonprofits. The role emphasizes accuracy, client reporting, and adherence to established procedures.

You will work from a home office, with a flexible schedule and steady support from a team of peers and leaders. The position rewards scalability in earnings based on performance and hours, and offers ongoing training with Pennsylvania CPA continuing education accreditation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business-related field.
• Minimum of five years of accounting or finance experience required.
• Must reside within 45 miles of local Bookminders’ office.
• Experience with general ledger accounting software required.
• Excellent communication and computer skills required.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and attention to standards.
• Home office setup and reliable internet required where applicable.
• Occasional client meetings and trainings during standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting system for small business and non-profit clients following Bookminders procedures.
• Apply fundamental accounting principles to process client accounting data accurately, including time and expense billing, job costing, and reporting.
• Understand and apply Bookminders’ standards, suggest procedural improvements, and ensure accounts meet current standards.
• Comprehend client needs and implement Bookminders’ service to deliver required information.
• Attend brief weekly meetings with the client to discuss financials.
• Track and report client billing information in a timely, accurate manner.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with assigned clients.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

General ledger software

Job description

Part-Time, Remote-First Accountant

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This unique position allows you to enjoy:

• A Flexible Schedule– Work part-time when it is convenient for you to work, allowing you to use your accounting skills while supporting your life’s personal priorities.


• Work from Home– The majoritywork will be performed from the comfort and convenience of your home office.


• A Team of Resources– While you will often work independently, you will be backed by a team of peers and leaders willing and able to answer questions and support other needs.


• Scalable Earnings – Earnings are scalable based on performance and the volume of work completed.Employees work 20 - 30 hours per week, averaging $25 - $25 per hour. After a year or so, the hourly wage is typically $35 - $50 per hour.


• Career Development– Bookminders offers training programs for new hires as well as ongoing training for current employees. Bookminders’ training programs are accredited for Pennsylvania CPA continuing professional education. You can diversify your portfolio by working in other departments such as QA, business development, and special projects. We only promote from within to leadership positions.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage the accounting system for small business and non-profit clients in accordance with Bookminders procedures:

• Apply fundamental accounting principles and analytical skills to process a Client’s accounting information completely and accurately.Activities typically include, time and expense billing, job costing, expense allocations, fund accounting, programs and restricted funds tracking as well as comprehensive and customized Board Reporting.


• Understand and apply Bookminders' Standards and Procedures, implement procedural or system improvements, and periodically review procedures to ensure Client accounts meet current standards.


• Understand the Client’s business, what the Client (and Client’s accountant) needs from the accounting system, and how to implement Bookminders' service to provide the information they need.


• Attend brief weekly meetings with the Client to discuss financials.


• Track and report client billing information in a timely, accurate and consistent manner.


• Build and maintain positive working relationships with assigned clients.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, accounting or business-related degree preferred


• A minimum of five years of accounting or finance experience required


• Must reside within 45 miles of local Bookminders’ office


• Experience with general ledger accounting software required
  
• Excellent communication and computer skills required


• Ability to work independently with precision, a strong attention to detail and in accordance with Bookminders’ established standards and procedures required


• Separate, dedicated home office space, a computer to access on-line software, high-speed internet connection, reliable transportation (only applies in markets where onsite visits are required), and mobile phone required


• May be requested to attend meetings with referral partners and annual client events


• Ability to attend client meetings (weekly or monthly) and trainings during normal business hours (Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm est) required

Bookminders is the place where work-life balance is the rule, not the exception!

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