Experienced Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant

VEA Connect•Remote, Remote

1d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper or Staff Accountant who can take ownership of day-to-day accounting activities and help ensure that our financial records are accurate, complete, and current. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is comfortable moving between transaction-level bookkeeping and higher-level accounting responsibilities. The successful candidate should be able to independently manage routine accounting functions, identify discrepancies, maintain supporting documentation, and contribute meaningfully to month-end close and financial reporting. The position may be structured as either part-time or full-time, depending on the candidate’s experience, availability, and ability to assume responsibility for the accounting function.

Requirements

At least 5 years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience.
Strong understanding of double-entry accounting, accrual accounting, and general-ledger processes.
Demonstrated experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.
Ability to independently research and resolve discrepancies.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
High level of accuracy, discretion, accountability, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Prior experience as a Staff Accountant, Senior Bookkeeper, or Full-Charge Bookkeeper.
Experience with Sage Intacct.
Experience with Zoho Books.
Experience with Monday
Experience in construction, telecommunications, project-based accounting, or job-cost accounting.
Working knowledge of US federal, state, and local tax requirements.
Familiarity with multi-state operations, sales tax, payroll accounting, and contractor reporting.
CPA or CPA candidate preferred, but not required.
Experience improving accounting systems, close procedures, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate and timely accounting records in accordance with US GAAP and company policies.
Manage the complete Accounts Payable process, including invoice entry, approval tracking, payment scheduling, vendor inquiries, and vendor-statement reconciliation.
Support Accounts Receivable activities, including invoicing, payment application, customer account reconciliation, and aging follow-up.
Perform monthly bank, credit-card, loan, and balance-sheet account reconciliations.
Maintain the general ledger.
Prepare schedules and supporting documentation for the Controller, external accountants, auditors, lenders, and tax professionals.
Assist with payroll-related accounting entries and account reconciliations.
Support federal, state, and local tax compliance by maintaining accurate records and preparing requested schedules.
Assist with sales tax, use tax, payroll tax, contractor reporting, business registrations, and other compliance matters where experience permits.
Communicate professionally with vendors, customers, employees, project managers, and company leadership.
Take on additional accounting and finance responsibilities as the company grows.