Bookkeeper, GAAP

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kenya.

📋 Description

• Ensure financial records are maintained with accuracy and organization.

• Reconcile various financial accounts, including bank and credit card statements.

• Classify transactions and manage the chart of accounts using QuickBooks or similar software.

• Keep customer and vendor records up to date.

• Monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable efficiently.

• Review invoices, track bill payments, and follow up on any outstanding items.

• Detect missing information, unusual transactions, discrepancies, and errors.

• Oversee daily bookkeeping tasks across accounting, payroll, billing, reporting, and spreadsheet platforms.

• Resolve basic software and data-entry issues as they arise.

• Process payroll or assist with payroll functions, including hours worked, contractor payments, deadlines, deductions, and reporting.

• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for leadership.

• Assemble financial records and statements for CPA and tax review.

• Organize documentation for tax filings, audits, and requests from CPAs.

• Monitor expenses against budgets and highlight any variances.

• Keep track of upcoming bills, recurring expenses, contractor payments, and payroll obligations.

• Maintain short-term cash flow forecasts.

• Inform leadership about cash flow, spending, and payment timing concerns.

• Provide insights on financial trends impacting the business.

• Proactively identify financial issues and communicate discrepancies to leadership.

• Fulfill responsibilities autonomously and adhere to deadlines.

• Suggest enhancements to bookkeeping processes and financial workflows.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of professional bookkeeping experience.

• In-depth knowledge and practical understanding of GAAP standards.

• CPA certification required.

• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks or comparable accounting software.

• Familiarity with QuickBooks Workforce Premium/Elite, particularly for payroll and billable-hours invoicing.

• Strong grasp of bookkeeping principles and account reconciliation.

• Experience with accounts payable and accounts receivable management.

• Background in processing or assisting with payroll tasks.

• Ability to prepare organized financial records for CPA, tax, or audit purposes.

• Proficient in using financial platforms, spreadsheets, and online business tools.

• Capable of working independently and managing deadlines with minimal oversight.

• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to spot errors and inconsistencies.

• Strong written communication abilities.

• High degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.

• Preferred: experience supporting a U.S.-based small or service-oriented business.

• Preferred: previous remote work experience with U.S. or international teams.

• Preferred: familiarity with recurring billing, contractor payments, or service agreements.

• Preferred: knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking.

• Preferred: experience in documenting bookkeeping procedures or creating SOPs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for remote work.

• Full-time engagement as an independent contractor.

• Work schedule aligned with U.S. Eastern Hours.