Staff Accountant

Role: Staff Accountant

Contract: Full-time Remote Contractor (40 hours weekly / 160 hours monthly)

Business Hours: Monday to Friday from 7 AM - 7 PM EST (service hours flexible during this time)

Rate: $1,000 - $1,500 USD monthly / $12,000 - $18,000 USD annually (salary is negotiable based on experience and location)

Availability to Start: Immediately

Client's Profile

This Boston-based Outsourced Accounting and Bookkeeping firm takes a forward-thinking approach to financial management, leveraging technology to streamline processes and enhance efficiency for both its team and its partners. Passionate about supporting small business owners, they specialize in bookkeeping, bill payments, and tax services tailored to businesses at various stages of growth. By embracing cloud-based solutions and remote operations, they provide customized services that adapt to each client's unique needs. With a strong commitment to building lasting partnerships, they believe that their clients' success directly contributes to their own.

What You'll Do

As an Accountant, your role is essential in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. Success in this position means effectively managing accounting functions, maintaining compliance with financial regulations, and supporting clients with high-quality financial reporting. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintain accurate financial records through full-cycle bookkeeping, including recording transactions, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring general ledger accuracy.
• Prepare and analyze monthly and year-end financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards.
• Manage journal entries and adjustments during the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee key accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.
• Process payroll-related entries and ensure compliance with payroll tax reporting requirements and deadlines.
• Prepare 1099 forms and support audit readiness by maintaining well-organized and accurate financial documentation.
• Evaluate and enhance existing accounting procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Provide financial insights and tailored reporting through ad hoc analyses and support on client-driven projects and strategic initiatives.

What You Should Have

Must-haves:

• Minimum of four years of experience in accounting, including managing the financial close process and overseeing key accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least six months of experience working remotely for a company based in North America, Europe, Australia, or the UAE, preferably within an accounting firm.
• Experience in processing payroll entries, ensuring tax compliance, preparing 1099s, and maintaining accurate records for audit readiness.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar platforms used by small businesses.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and its application.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Suite or Google Workspace (Sheets).
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of an organization.
• Strong leadership abilities, with a results-driven mindset and a commitment to achieving goals.
• Experience in employee relationship management and performance evaluation techniques.
• Technology Specifications:
• Minimum 50 Mbps Internet Speed
• Windows 11 or macOS 15 Sequoia
• Minimum intel i5 8th gen with 8GB of RAM or Apple M1 chip with 8GB of RAM
• Webcam and Headset
• Designated Office Space in your home

Nice-to-haves:

• CPA, CMA, or an equivalent accounting certification.
• Experience handling multi-currency transactions and international accounting.
• Familiarity with financial automation tools such as Bill.com, Expensify, Ramp, or similar platforms.

Who You Are

We are hoping you are someone who:

• Pays close attention to detail and maintains a high level of accuracy in all tasks.
• Thinks critically and analytically, effectively interpreting financial data.
• Takes initiative in identifying and resolving discrepancies with a proactive mindset.
• Manages time efficiently, balancing multiple deadlines and priorities with ease.
• Works independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Role: Staff Accountant

Contract: Full-time Remote Contractor (40 hours weekly / 160 hours monthly)

Business Hours: Monday to Friday from 7 AM - 7 PM EST (service hours flexible during this time)

Rate: $1,000 - $1,500 USD monthly / $12,000 - $18,000 USD annually (salary is negotiable based on experience and location)

Availability to Start: Immediately

Client's Profile

This Boston-based Outsourced Accounting and Bookkeeping firm takes a forward-thinking approach to financial management, leveraging technology to streamline processes and enhance efficiency for both its team and its partners. Passionate about supporting small business owners, they specialize in bookkeeping, bill payments, and tax services tailored to businesses at various stages of growth. By embracing cloud-based solutions and remote operations, they provide customized services that adapt to each client's unique needs. With a strong commitment to building lasting partnerships, they believe that their clients' success directly contributes to their own.

What You'll Do

As an Accountant, your role is essential in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. Success in this position means effectively managing accounting functions, maintaining compliance with financial regulations, and supporting clients with high-quality financial reporting. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintain accurate financial records through full-cycle bookkeeping, including recording transactions, performing account reconciliations, and ensuring general ledger accuracy.
• Prepare and analyze monthly and year-end financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting standards.
• Manage journal entries and adjustments during the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee key accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.
• Process payroll-related entries and ensure compliance with payroll tax reporting requirements and deadlines.
• Prepare 1099 forms and support audit readiness by maintaining well-organized and accurate financial documentation.
• Evaluate and enhance existing accounting procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Provide financial insights and tailored reporting through ad hoc analyses and support on client-driven projects and strategic initiatives.

What You Should Have

Must-haves:

• Minimum of four years of experience in accounting, including managing the financial close process and overseeing key accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least six months of experience working remotely for a company based in North America, Europe, Australia, or the UAE, preferably within an accounting firm.
• Experience in processing payroll entries, ensuring tax compliance, preparing 1099s, and maintaining accurate records for audit readiness.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar platforms used by small businesses.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and its application.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Suite or Google Workspace (Sheets).
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of an organization.
• Strong leadership abilities, with a results-driven mindset and a commitment to achieving goals.
• Experience in employee relationship management and performance evaluation techniques.
• Technology Specifications:
• Minimum 50 Mbps Internet Speed
• Windows 11 or macOS 15 Sequoia
• Minimum intel i5 8th gen with 8GB of RAM or Apple M1 chip with 8GB of RAM
• Webcam and Headset
• Designated Office Space in your home

Nice-to-haves:

• CPA, CMA, or an equivalent accounting certification.
• Experience handling multi-currency transactions and international accounting.
• Familiarity with financial automation tools such as Bill.com, Expensify, Ramp, or similar platforms.

Who You Are

We are hoping you are someone who:

• Pays close attention to detail and maintains a high level of accuracy in all tasks.
• Thinks critically and analytically, effectively interpreting financial data.
• Takes initiative in identifying and resolving discrepancies with a proactive mindset.
• Manages time efficiently, balancing multiple deadlines and priorities with ease.
• Works independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.