About the Role:

The Accounting Assistant supports daily accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, updating banking and credit card transactions, and performing full-cycle accounting for multiple client accounts. This role works closely with the internal accounting team to ensure financial information is processed accurately and on time.

Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple client accounts while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. The ideal candidate is dependable, collaborative, and eager to contribute to a high-performing accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Update banking, credit card, and other financial activity in QuickBooks Online
• Perform full-cycle accounting for assigned client accounts
• Reconcile financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records
• Prepare and organize financial documentation to support daily operations
• Assist with month-end accounting processes and reporting
• Review financial data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies as needed
• Communicate effectively with the internal accounting team regarding account activity and priorities
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information
• Support additional accounting and administrative tasks as assigned
• Spend approximately 0–25% of each shift handling phone-based communication

Qualifications & Skills

Important Skills:

• Experience with bookkeeping or accounting support
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online
• Understanding of full-cycle accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with financial information

Ideal Personality & Mindset:

• Detail-oriented and analytical
• Highly organized and dependable
• Self-motivated with strong accountability
• Collaborative and supportive team player
• Proactive with excellent follow-through
• Adaptable and eager to learn
• Professional and trustworthy
• Committed to producing accurate, high-quality work

Tools & Technologies

• QuickBooks Online
• Microsoft Office Suite

Skills requirements:

• Excellent English verbal and written communication
• Strategic thinker
• Writing and documentation skills
• Must be able to prioritize work
• Courteous and friendly
• Organized and has great attention to detail and quality assurance
• Ability to build trust
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Phone communication skills
• Other skills as required

Software requirement:

• Licensed OS

Hardware requirements:

• 5 MBPS or higher Internet (hardwired / not WIFI). If you don’t have 5 MBPS then you must agree to if selected.
• Private and quiet dedicated home office area
• Modern computer and operating system
• Back-ups in case of power or Telco interruptions
• Good headset and webcam (Preferably noise-canceling headset)

Work Schedule & Environment

• Monday through Friday
• 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM EST
• Remote work environment

Compensation

• Starting at $5/hour depending on experience.
• All raises and bonuses are at the discretion of the client.