Bookkeeper (Xero Certified) Remote Work Set Up

BOOKKEEPER (XERO CERTIFIED) REMOTE WORK SET UP

We’re seeking experienced bookkeepers and accountants to set up new clients' books on cloud based accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks ,) reconcile and balance accounts, perform some data entry when required, and provide on-going bookkeeping and systems support.

• The Bookkeeper position is tasked to perform the following activities, among others:
• Record day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process.
• Monitoring financial transactions and reports.
• Processing accounts receivable and payable.
• Data entry and maintain records.
• General bookkeeping support for the CEO.
• Other tasks that may be relevant, directly, or indirectly, to supporting the achievement of the company goals, mission and vision.

• You have a bachelor's degree in accounting and/or 2-5 years of progressive bookkeeping and accounting experience.

• Proficiency and comfort with common business software and telecommunications technology and adaptability to new software/technologies as required. (Competence with Microsoft Office required, Google Mail and Google Docs preferred.)
• Proficiency with (or the skillset to quickly become proficient with) cloud bookkeeping software such as Xero, QuickBooks, etc.
• The ability to cleanup improperly maintained bookkeeping and advise clients on how to improve financial accounting.
• You are laser focused on client service and satisfaction.
• You have strong written and oral English communication and presentation skills.
• You have strong prioritization skills and the ability to multi-task.
• You are a self-starter, work well independently, and make all your deadlines.
• You are trustworthy and committed to the protection of confidential information.
• Your personal working environment includes a secure, appropriately provisioned workstation with adequate bandwidth.

Education and Training

A college degree and/or substantial professional training in one or more of the following, or closely-related areas:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Business Management

• The Bookkeeper reports directly to the Managing Director, until specified otherwise.
• The Bookkeeper will be hired as a Contractor.
• The Contractor will work remotely based on a fixed schedule and number of hours per week.
• The worked hours and productivity will be monitored by a task management tool required by APD (i.e. Time Doctor).
• The Contractor will be responsible for his/her own optimal and secure computer and headset, as well as a strong and reliable internet connection.