Remote Accountant

Summary

AccountingDepartment.com provides outsourced virtual accounting services for businesses and is seeking a Remote Accountant. The role manages accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, tax processing, and month-end close activities for multiple clients while delivering professional client service. The accountant also supports budgeting, forecasting, special projects, and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Daily accounts payable, accounts receivable/invoicing and banking for multiple clients, as required
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of daily transactions
• Posting of journal entries to balance sheet and income statement based upon predetermined methods and routines
• Update balance sheet accounts, including weekly and monthly reconciliations
• Conduct daily posting and/or downloads for bank accounts/credit cards, as required
• Process client payroll with 3rd party vendor
• Successfully use, monitor and review any 3rd party applications per client request/requirements
• Review and process monthly and/or quarterly sales and use tax, as required
• Reconcile quarterly payroll filings with the general ledger
• Review and manage month end close process
• Occasional special projects as requested
• Lead client calls to provide high emphasis on customer service
• Supports budget and forecasting activities
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• The successful candidate will be able to successfully prioritize and manage multiple client needs, while maintaining a high level of accounting services and professionalism
• Must be comfortable with communicating with clients, both on the phone and webcam, while placing a high emphasis on client service in this role
• The ideal Accountant candidate will have 3+ years performing full charge bookkeeping and 2+ years using QuickBooks and/or NetSuite Software
• Interest in 3rd party applications to enhance efficiencies
• Ability to interact with various levels of management, staff and clients internally and externally
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of prepaids, accruals and inventory
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple clients simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong work ethic
• Must be decisive and work well under pressure
• Confident in one's abilities and able to work independently, with minimal direction
• Motivated self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude. Demonstrates **GRIT** in overcoming obstacles and accomplishing tasks
• Expresses **Gratitude** and appreciation for the contributions of team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
• Demonstrates **Resilience**, flexibility, and determination while autonomously managing high-priority tasks and projects in an ever-evolving, dynamic work environment
• Unquestionable commitment to upholding the highest standards of **Integrity**, ethical behavior, and transparency in all business practices
• Proven ability to contribute effectively to organizational and team objectives through strong **Teamwork** skills

Qualifications

Must Haves

• The successful candidate will be able to successfully prioritize and manage multiple client needs, while maintaining a high level of accounting services and professionalism
• Must be comfortable with communicating with clients, both on the phone and webcam, while placing a high emphasis on client service in this role
• The ideal Accountant candidate will have 3+ years performing full charge bookkeeping and 2+ years using QuickBooks and/or NetSuite Software
• Interest in 3rd party applications to enhance efficiencies
• Ability to interact with various levels of management, staff and clients internally and externally
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of prepaids, accruals and inventory
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple clients simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong work ethic
• Must be decisive and work well under pressure
• Confident in one's abilities and able to work independently, with minimal direction
• Motivated self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude. Demonstrates **GRIT** in overcoming obstacles and accomplishing tasks
• Expresses **Gratitude** and appreciation for the contributions of team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
• Demonstrates **Resilience**, flexibility, and determination while autonomously managing high-priority tasks and projects in an ever-evolving, dynamic work environment
• Unquestionable commitment to upholding the highest standards of **Integrity**, ethical behavior, and transparency in all business practices
• Proven ability to contribute effectively to organizational and team objectives through strong **Teamwork** skills

Benefits

• Work from home, W-2 position
• Three work schedule options including Full Time (37-40 hours), Mod Time (33-36 hours) or Part Time (30-32 hours)
• Compressed work week option available
• Generous vacation and paid holidays
• Group Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Accident Insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Participation in a company wide annual bonus incentive plan
• $25 monthly internet stipend
• Virtual employee groups, clubs, and activities throughout the year
• Casual dress
• 100% remote, W-2 positions for military spouses
• Career continuity for military spouses during relocation or PCS
• Career growth and a supportive work-life balance