Expert Bookkeeper

Profitable Books is hiring an Expert Bookkeeper to support multiple client accounts in a structured, professional environment. We are seeking a seasoned bookkeeping professional who values consistency, clear expectations, and long-term growth with a serious firm.

This is a remote, W-2 hourly position starting at approximately 30 hours per week, with a clear path to full-time based on performance and business needs. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM EST, and full availability and focus during these hours is non-negotiable.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly position paying $30–$35 per hour, based on experience
• Cell phone stipend included
• Predictable weekday schedule (Monday–Friday)
• Professional, stable work environment
• Clear path from part-time to full-time based on performance and business needs

The Role

In this role, you will manage day-to-day bookkeeping for multiple clients simultaneously, working in both cash and accrual accounting environments. This includes maintaining organized documentation, meeting recurring deadlines, and producing reliable financial data that clients and internal teams can confidently rely on. You will be expected to work independently, stay highly organized across multiple accounts, and manage your workload efficiently within a fixed daily schedule.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience required
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online
• Working knowledge of both cash and accrual accounting
• Proven ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail, multitasking ability, and time management skills
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines without reminders
• Full availability during the required weekday schedule
• No college degree required; demonstrated experience and competence are prioritized

Core Responsibilities

You will manage comprehensive bookkeeping for multiple client accounts, accurately recording daily transactions and maintaining clean general ledgers through consistent posting of expenses, credits, recurring entries, inventory, and payroll. Responsibilities include regular bank and credit card reconciliations, researching and resolving discrepancies, and owning the full month-end close process by posting journal entries and preparing timely, accurate financial statements that meet client-specific reporting standards.

You will maintain organized, up-to-date financial documentation, process accounts receivable and payable, generate and follow up on invoices, run standard and custom financial reports, and assist with sales tax and other recurring tax filings as applicable to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. The role also includes participating in internal and client meetings, supporting administrative needs as required, and providing thoughtful insights when appropriate, including identifying opportunities for cost reduction or revenue enhancement.

Hiring Process

• Successful completion of a bookkeeping skills test is required as the first stage of the hiring process
• Qualified candidates will receive email instructions and access to a QuickBooks Online test environment
• Performance on the skills test is a required condition of hire, and only candidates who clearly demonstrate proficiency will move forward

Apply Today

This role is a strong fit for bookkeepers who view their work as a long-term profession, value structure and accountability, and take pride in producing clean, accurate books. We are looking for individuals who are genuinely available, motivated to work, and interested in growing with a professional bookkeeping firm.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• How many years of QuickBooks Online experience do you have and when was the last time you used QuickBooks Online in a professional setting?
• Is there anything preventing you from working uninterrupted Monday-Friday, 9AM-3PM EST on a weekly basis?
• What long-term career path are you working toward, and how does this role fit into it?

Work Location: Remote