Accounting Associate

Job Description

Accounting Associate | RemoteHunter

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a remote-first organization. Our client operates within the finance and accounting services space, dedicated to supporting progressive causes and organizations. The company directly addresses the challenge of providing detailed, accurate, and timely financial management and accounting support to mission-driven entities. Emphasizing transparency, work-life balance, and inclusivity, this organization serves its clients with a unionized team and a focus on growth and sustainable operations. The Accounting Associate plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records by managing core transactional accounting functions. Reporting to the Finance Director, this position supports day-to-day accounting operations, contributing directly to the organization’s financial integrity and operational efficiency.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote, United States

• Team: Reports to Finance Director
• Mission: Manages core transactional accounting functions to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records and support day-to-day accounting operations.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks Online, Justworks, Bill.com, Ramp, Google Sheets, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Management: Process accounts receivable, including invoicing, payment posting, monitoring, and collection efforts, and manage accounts payable tasks such as vendor onboarding, invoice approval, and payment processing.
• General Ledger Maintenance: Post payroll reports, allocate payroll expenses by class, and maintain general ledger records for revenue, expenditures, and paid media spend.
• Month-End Support: Assist in month-end close activities, performing bank and credit card reconciliations and preparing journal entries.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Prepare financial information necessary for internal reporting and external tax filings, conduct transaction research, and reconcile paid media balances.
• Process Improvement & Budgeting: Collaborate with the Finance Director on annual budget creation and tracking, identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, and update fiscal policies and procedures.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a relevant field is required for this early career role. An associate’s degree combined with relevant professional experience will also be given consideration.
• Experience: Prior experience managing core transactional accounting functions. Experience in startup or growth environments is preferred, along with the ability to provide finance-related administrative support.
• Skills: Proficiency with Google Sheets and Excel is essential. Candidates must be highly organized with strong attention to detail, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Bonus: Experience utilizing specific accounting software, including QuickBooks Online, Justworks, Bill.com, and Ramp, is preferred.