Bookkeeper I, Portuguese/English

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

📋 Description

• Maintain the accuracy and timeliness of customers’ general ledgers by recording financial transactions diligently.

• Reconcile bank and credit card statements with general ledgers, actively identifying and resolving any discrepancies.

• Input costs, expenses, and COGS into the accounting system with appropriate coding and classification.

• Oversee a portfolio of client accounts, which includes reconciliations, financial reporting, and monthly closing procedures.

• Assist with month-end closing activities and investigate any discrepancies that may arise.

• Engage with clients to secure missing information and address accounting issues.

• Generate income statements and balance sheets as required.

• Offer accounting support to internal stakeholders as necessary.

• Ensure adherence to accounting principles, regulations, and tax standards.

• Stay updated with current accounting and tax standards.

• Collaborate with team members to enhance bookkeeping processes and workflows.

• Maintain organized and precise financial records and documentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in bookkeeping or a related role.

• Practical understanding of accounting principles and practices.

• Experience managing multiple client accounts simultaneously is advantageous.

• Proficient in English and Portuguese.

• Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks and Xero.

• Capability to accurately record financial transactions and maintain ledger entries.

• Understanding of profit and loss statements as well as balance sheets.

• Strong attention to detail and precision in data entry and record-keeping.

• Ability to identify and correct discrepancies in financial records.

• Clear and effective communication skills for client interactions and information gathering.

• Exceptional organizational abilities for systematic document management.

• Efficient time management skills to meet deadlines and handle multiple client tasks.

• Analytical skills for reconciling bank statements, credit card transactions, and financial records.

• Experience in a startup or rapidly scaling environment is a plus.

• Proficiency in Spanish is an advantage.

• Availability to work Monday–Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm EST, adjusted for US daylight saving time.

• Must be available every working day during the specified hours.

🏝️ Benefits

• An authentic builder’s environment that offers autonomy and true ownership.

• Opportunities to test new ideas.

• A high-performing team engaged in challenging and meaningful projects.

• The chance to grow alongside the company and make a significant impact.

• Opportunities for learning, growth, and success.

• Professional development sessions or courses available as needed.