Accountant
Description
Position Type: Full-Time | Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to manage day-to-day financial operations and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role will take ownership of key accounting processes, including month-end close, reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and financial analysis.
The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of GAAP, experience working with U.S.-based businesses, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Responsibilities
Financial Record Management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across all accounts.
- Ensure transactions are recorded correctly and in compliance with applicable accounting standards.
Month-End Close
- Own the monthly close process, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.
- Prepare financial statements and supporting documentation for internal review.
Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Manage the full AP and AR cycle, including invoice processing, payments, collections, and follow-ups.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies to keep accounts accurate and up to date.
Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare regular financial reports and variance analyses for the Finance team.
- Help identify trends and provide insights that support business decision-making.
Tax & Compliance Support
- Assist with tax filings, audits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Coordinate with external advisors and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
Process Improvement
- Identify gaps and inefficiencies in accounting workflows.
- Recommend and implement practical improvements that strengthen financial controls and improve efficiency.
Required Experience & Skills
- Proven experience in an accounting role with a strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Experience working with accounting software and financial tools used in a U.S.-based business environment.
- Strong Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets skills for reconciliations, reporting, and financial analysis.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines accurately, particularly during month-end and year-end close cycles.
- High attention to detail and a methodical approach to financial record management.
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
Perfect Fit
- You are detail-oriented and catch discrepancies before they become larger problems.
- You communicate proactively and keep relevant team members informed of issues or delays.
- You are comfortable working independently and taking ownership of deliverables from start to finish.
- You bring a continuous-improvement mindset and look for practical ways to make accounting processes more accurate and efficient.
Typical Day
Your day centers on keeping financial operations accurate and running on schedule. You may start by reviewing outstanding invoices and clearing accounts payable items, then move into reconciling accounts or preparing journal entries for month-end close.
Throughout the day, you may prepare a variance report, coordinate with a vendor to resolve a billing discrepancy, or organize documentation for an upcoming filing. The role combines focused independent work with regular collaboration across the Finance team and other business stakeholders.
Interview Process
- AI Screening
- Client Interview
- Offer Stage
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Skills
As published by workable · 5 questions · 1 written answer
Basics
First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Resume
Short answers (4)
- What is your salary expectations per month in USD for this role?
- What is your current notice period and how soon would you be available to start if selected for this role?
- Please share your LinkedIn URL.
- Please share your active WhatsApp number for smoother communication.
Written answers (1)
- Please describe your hands-on accounting experience, including month-end close, account reconciliations, AP/AR, financial reporting, and working under GAAP. Which accounting software and financial tools have you used?