Job Overview

Our client is looking for a Staff Accountant to support a client engagement focused on cleaning up and organizing financial records in QuickBooks Online to produce updated financial reporting and tax-ready books. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, self-sufficient, and deeply familiar with US accounting standards and tax law. The right person can hit the ground running with minimal oversight and takes ownership of their work from start to finish.

Client Overview

The client is an accounting staffing firm that specializes in matching qualified finance and accounting professionals with companies across a range of industries. They place candidates in temporary, contract, and direct hire roles and pride themselves on making placements that go beyond credentials — matching candidates to the right culture, environment, and scope of work.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Eastern Time (20 hours per week)

Responsibilities

Categorize and reconcile bank and credit card transactions in QuickBooks Online
Clean up and organize the general ledger to ensure accuracy and proper classification
Prepare and deliver updated financial statements, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement
Ensure all entries are structured and documented for tax preparation purposes
Apply US GAAP principles and US tax law knowledge throughout the engagement
Identify and flag any inconsistencies or gaps in the books for client review
Maintain organized, audit-ready records throughout the engagement

Requirements

Proficiency in QuickBooks Online — bank feeds, categorization, reconciliations, and reporting
Solid knowledge of US tax laws and how they apply to financial reporting and categorization
Strong understanding of US GAAP
Experience producing financial statements independently
Ability to work remotely and manage deliverables without day-to-day supervision
Strong attention to detail and a clean, organized approach to bookkeeping and accounting
Experience in international real estate accounting is a plus

Nice-to-have

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
3+ years of accounting experience with hands-on QuickBooks Online proficiency
Prior experience preparing books for tax purposes
Background in real estate or property accounting is a plus
Available immediately for a 3-month engagement

Independent Contractor Perks

Permanent work from home
Immediate hiring

Note

Please click the Apply button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

Senior Staff Accountant | QuickBooks Online (US GAAP)