Client Accounting Associate

About the Role

Gilmer Consulting is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Client Accounting Associate to support our growing client base. This is a remote contractor role ideal for professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, client-facing environment and take pride in delivering accurate, timely financial services.

As a Client Accounting Associate, you will manage day-to-day accounting functions for multiple virtual clients across diverse industries — serving as a reliable point of contact and a trusted steward of their financial records.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly accounting and bookkeeping for multiple virtual clients
• Maintain accurate, organized financial records in QuickBooks Online
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and merchant accounts
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Categorize and record transactions with precision
• Generate monthly financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement)
• Communicate proactively with clients regarding questions or missing information
• Identify and resolve discrepancies or errors independently
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all client financial data
• Adhere to internal quality standards and procedures

Required Qualifications

Experience & Certification

• 5+ years of professional accounting or bookkeeping experience
• QuickBooks Online (QBO) Certification
• Proven track record of delivering accurate, timely financial work across multiple clients

Technical Skills

• Expert-level proficiency in QuickBooks Online
• Solid understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
• Experience with bank reconciliations, AP/AR, journal entries, and financial reporting
• Ability to quickly adopt new software platforms as needed

Professional Skills

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Self-directed with the ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and consistent ability to meet deadlines
• Professional, reliable, and discreet

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within an accounting, bookkeeping, or tax firm
• Experience supporting fractional CFOs or outsourced finance teams
• Familiarity with both accrual and cash basis accounting methods

Work Setup

• Location: Fully remote (work from anywhere)
• Schedule: Flexible hours with availability during U.S. business hours as needed
• Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099) — contractors are responsible for their own taxes, equipment, and workspace
• Engagement: Part-time with strong potential for expanded hours as our client base grows

Compensation

• Starting at $20/hour, commensurate with experience
• Compensation structured per hour or per client engagement (discussed at offer)
• Performance-based rate increases available based on tenure and quality of work

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 15.0 per week

Work Location: Remote