HigherRing

Bookkeeping Specialist

HigherRing

part-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $25 - $27 per hour

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Supports client bookkeeping functions, including yet not limited to accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, payroll, journal entries, and reporting.
  • Deep experience in full-charge bookkeeping, with multiple clients, and solid knowledge of basic accounting principles.
  • Ability to create and interpret financial reports such as Balance Sheets, Profit and Loss, and cash flows, among others.
  • Detailed understanding of accounting and bookkeeping and must understand the differences between cash and accrual accounting.
  • Very tech-savvy - comfortable using and learning the newest accounting and office technologies.
  • Experience working in a multiple-client environment.
  • Hyper-organized, able to handle a large variety of projects and tasks and make sure nothing slips between the cracks.
  • Ensures deadlines for accounting month-end are met and all needed reports are prepared in a timely manner.
  • Does everything possible so that month- and year-end processes are smooth and lessen the time needed at the end of these periods.
  • Assists in the compilation of client information for tax preparation as requested and agreed by HigherRing (this is not usually included in our work beyond requesting W-9s, preparing 1099s, and providing reports).
  • Assisting in organizing, systematizing, and documenting processes and procedures.
  • Is comfortable researching to determine answers to questions or the best way to perform work on client systems.
  • Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of bookkeeping experience
  • Experience using bookkeeping software (e.g. QuickBooks (Online and Desktop), Xero, FreshBooks, Sage, NetSuite, Wave, Intacct, Procore)
  • Proficient in Google Workspace, Slack and Asana (or similar)
  • Two-year accounting degree preferred
  • Credentials/Certifications are helpful such as QB Pro Certification (QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor)
  • A high degree of customer service, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Strong written and verbal client and team communication skills.
  • Ability to interact with customers through video and audio tools in a way that is professional, friendly, and reassuring.
  • Fluency in oral and written English; second language is a plus
  • Keen problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and the ability to stay focused.
  • Strong active listening skills and the ability to use and model positive language to help clients know we are partners in working through challenging situations.
  • Stamina in problem-solving, and the ability to maintain a positive attitude even on a tough day.
  • Proficient with technology; solid knowledge of computer operations and software, including familiarity using multiple browsers, tabs, window navigations, and instant messaging tools.
  • Dedicated and dependable work ethic
  • Quiet, distraction-free workspace in your home that includes a door that closes
  • Direct connection from computer to router/modem via Ethernet cable (no satellite or wireless Internet (WiFi))
  • Strong and consistent Internet bandwidth: 50 Mbps download speed and 5 Mbps upload speed or faster from a reliable provider
Benefits
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Hard skills
bookkeepingaccounts receivableaccounts payablebank reconciliationspayrolljournal entriesfinancial reportingcash accountingaccrual accountingproblem-solving
Soft skills
customer serviceattention to detailtime managementcommunication skillsactive listeningcritical thinkingorganizational skillspositive attitudeability to manage multiple tasksresearch skills
Certifications
QB Pro Certification