Bookkeeper (Part-time)

Bookkeeper (Part-time)

Employment Type:Part-time, Independent ContractorWork Model: RemoteWork Hours:​​​​​​10 AM – 3 PM MSTRole Overview:We are seeking an organized, detail-orientedBookkeeperto manage our day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records. In this role, you will be responsible for handling accounts payable and receivable, conducting regular bank reconciliations, processing payroll, and preparing routine financial reports.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in core accounting principles, excels at working with accounting software, and maintains high standards of accuracy and confidentiality.Core Responsibilities

1. Financial Data Entry & Maintenance
* Record daily financial transactions and complete the posting process in the accounting system.
Record daily financial transactions and complete the posting process in the accounting system.
* Maintain clean, organized general ledger accounts.
Maintain clean, organized general ledger accounts.
* Ensure accurate coding of all income and expenses.
Ensure accurate coding of all income and expenses.

2. Accounts Payable (A/P) & Accounts Receivable (A/R)
* Process vendor invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare payments in a timely manner.
Process vendor invoices, reconcile statements, and prepare payments in a timely manner.
* Generate and send invoices to clients; track outstanding balances and follow up on collections.
Generate and send invoices to clients; track outstanding balances and follow up on collections.
* Reconcile A/P and A/R sub-ledgers to the general ledger.
Reconcile A/P and A/R sub-ledgers to the general ledger.

3. Reconciliations & Monthly Close
* Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
* Assist in the month-end closing process by gathering necessary documentation and reviewing account balances.
Assist in the month-end closing process by gathering necessary documentation and reviewing account balances.
* Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records promptly.
Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records promptly.

4. Payroll & Administrative Support
* Collect, review, and process payroll data or coordinate with third-party payroll providers.
Collect, review, and process payroll data or coordinate with third-party payroll providers.
* Maintain secure, confidential financial files and administrative records.
Maintain secure, confidential financial files and administrative records.
* Assist with basic administrative tasks and audit preparations as needed.
Assist with basic administrative tasks and audit preparations as needed.

Required Qualifications:
* Experience:2–4+ years of hands-on bookkeeping or general accounting experience.
Experience:2–4+ years of hands-on bookkeeping or general accounting experience.
* Software Proficiency:Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar platforms).
Software Proficiency:Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar platforms).
* Spreadsheets:Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (data entry, basic formulas, formatting).
Spreadsheets:Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (data entry, basic formulas, formatting).
* Accounting Knowledge:Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, debit/credit mechanics, and financial statements.
Accounting Knowledge:Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, debit/credit mechanics, and financial statements.
* Key Skills:High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and dependable written and verbal communication.
Preferred:
* Associate degree or certification in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping (e.g., Certified Bookkeeper).
Associate degree or certification in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping (e.g., Certified Bookkeeper).
* Experience with payroll software.
Experience with payroll software.
* Familiarity with inventory tracking or multi-currency transactions, depending on company needs.
Ideal Candidate Profile:We are not looking for a task processor who waits for daily instruction. We are looking for someone who:
* Takes initiative and works independently
* Thinks critically and solves problems
* Is comfortable identifying and correcting errors
* Can review junior staff work and improve processes
* Communicates professionally with clients
* Wants long-term growth within a firm