Senior Bookkeeper
About The Position
MAVENTRI is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to support multiple clients with day-to-day accounting execution, month-end close preparation, and financial accuracy. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands how transactions flow through the financial statements and can confidently manage books with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate has strong experience with payroll mapping, journal entries, accrual versus cash basis accounting, and working with nonprofits and government contractors. This position requires availability during standard business hours (EST) and direct communication with clients.
Requirements
- 7+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
- Senior-level, hands-on bookkeeping experience
- Strong understanding of payroll posting and account mapping
- Deep understanding of accrual versus cash basis accounting
- Experience generating and understanding financial statements
- Experience working with nonprofits and/or government contractors
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (Xero experience a plus)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple clients independently
- Must be available to work during standard business hours
Responsibilities
- Record and categorize transactions accurately in QuickBooks Online and/or Xero
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Maintain general ledger accuracy
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
- Post payroll journal entries and ensure proper account mapping
- Maintain payroll-related liability accounts
- Prepare and post adjusting journal entries
- Record accruals, deferrals, and reclassifications
- Apply accrual versus cash basis accounting appropriately
- Support month-end and year-end close preparation
- Generate and review financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
- Ensure accounts are properly categorized and financials are clean and review-ready
- Identify inconsistencies or errors and resolve them proactively
- Support Controller review process
- Maintain proper fund or class tracking for nonprofits
- Understand restricted versus unrestricted funds
- Support DCAA-compliant accounting practices where applicable
- Ensure proper cost allocation and expense tracking
- Work directly with clients via email and virtual meetings
- Respond to client communications in a timely and professional manner
- Request documentation and follow up as needed
- Maintain strong client relationships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
