Remote Accounting Associate – Public Accounting QuickBooks

Job Description

Remote Accounting Associate (QuickBooks) | Jobot

The Tone:
This is a full-time, 100% remote role at Jobot, a leading recruiting firm dedicated to connecting top talent with thriving companies. This specific position is instrumental in supporting one of Jobot’s key clients, a well-established CPA firm. This firm specializes in providing comprehensive accounting services primarily to dental and healthcare practices, making this role a cornerstone for their client service delivery. The chosen candidate will manage the complete financial operations for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial health, directly contributing to the firm’s reputation and client success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote
• Pay: $70000–$90000 yearly
• Team: Operates within the client’s accounting team, collaborating with colleagues while independently managing the books for 20-30 diverse dental and healthcare clients.
• Mission: To meticulously manage all core accounting functions—including accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end close procedures, and payroll—for a significant portfolio of clients, ensuring precision and adherence to financial standards using QuickBooks.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Receivable: Manage the accounts receivable process, ensuring timely invoice issuance and payment collection for clients.
• Bank Reconciliations: Perform consistent monthly and weekly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain robust financial control.
• Payroll Support: Provide essential support for client payroll processes, guaranteeing all employees are compensated accurately and punctually.
• Chart of Accounts Management: Oversee and maintain the client chart of accounts, ensuring precision and adherence to established financial reporting standards.
• Financial Reporting & Planning: Assist actively in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to support client financial strategy.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Hold a degree in accounting or a closely related field, complemented by a strong foundational knowledge of accounting principles and practices, with specific expertise in managing accounts receivable and performing bank reconciliations.
• Experience: Possess a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in an accounting role, preferably within the Accounting + Finance industry, demonstrating proficiency in QuickBooks or comparable accounting software.
• Skills: Exhibit excellent numerical aptitude and meticulous attention to detail, alongside strong organizational abilities necessary to manage multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines effectively. Furthermore, strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for clearly conveying complex financial information and providing stellar customer service, coupled with the ability to work independently and proactively in a remote setting.