Bookkeeper and Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented, reliable Part-Time Bookkeeper to support our CPA firm in serving small business and other business accounting clients. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, and helping ensure timely, organized financial reporting for multiple clients. The ideal candidate has formal accounting knowledge, strong attention to detail, and hands-on experience with bookkeeping systems and reconciliations.

A CPA license is not required.

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for multiple business clients.
• Record and categorize financial transactions in accounting software.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and loan accounts on a regular basis.
• Reconcile e-commerce and merchant accounts on a regular basis.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processing, including invoice entry and payment tracking.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Organize and maintain digital financial records and source documents.
• Communicate with internal team members and clients to request missing information and clarify transactions.
• Help identify bookkeeping discrepancies and elevate issues as needed.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist with payroll, sales tax, or 1099-related tasks, if applicable.

• Formal accounting knowledge through an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a related field; or equivalent coursework/certification.
• 2+ years of bookkeeping, accounting support, or related experience.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles, including debits/credits, reconciliations, and financial statement support.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as Quick Books Online, Quick Books Desktop, Xero, and similar platforms.
• Knowledge of merchant platform accounting and reporting is required. (Ex. Shopify, Amazon, eBay, etc.)
• Strong Excel and general Microsoft Office skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple client accounts in a professional environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Hourly -- Up to $30/hr depending on experience
• Some availability during 9-5 work hours in EST time zone is required.

• Contract engagement with potential for full time work
• Direct client interaction and meaningful technical work
• Clear focus on individual contributor responsibilities
• Additional work opportunities related to tax preparation and compliance
• Depending on candidate qualification, additional hours and compensation is available during tax season to perform tax preparation work.