Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Freelance Bookkeeper with extensive experience in enterprise software to join our dynamic team. This role offers the flexibility of remote work while providing vital bookkeeping support for diverse organizations, including non-profits and corporations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), and leveraging advanced accounting software to streamline processes. Your expertise will help organizations stay financially organized, compliant, and prepared for growth. This position is perfect for a motivated professional eager to apply their technical accounting skills in a flexible, project-based environment. Ideal for someone experienced in software accounting and comfortable working independently.
Responsibilities
- Manage and perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries, account analysis, and account reconciliation to ensure accurate financial data.
- Conduct bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations regularly to verify account accuracy.
- Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections.
- Prepare detailed financial reports, including financial statements, budgets, and tax-related documentation.
- Utilize enterprise software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Quicken, and other financial tools to record transactions and generate reports.
- Perform payroll processing with ADP TotalSource and related tax filings in compliance with governmental regulations.
- Assist with governmental accounting requirements and ensure adherence to GAAP standards across all financial activities.
- Paying and filling quarterly sales taxes in multiple states in US and Canada
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a bookkeeper for an enterprise software company
- Revenue recognition (SaaS / licensing / maintenance models)
- Accrual accounting and deferred revenue
- Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Desktop (required)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Based in the San Francisco Bay Area
- Experience with governmental accounting standards and tax preparation is a plus.
Pay: $50.00 - $80.00 per hour
Work Location: Remote