Part-Time Accounting

Posted 3 days ago

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Summary

Part-Time Bookkeeper | QuickBooks Desktop | 20-25 Hours per Month We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Bookkeeper to manage the monthly bookkeeping and financial close for a growing day spa in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This is a long-term, remote contract position averaging 20–25 hours per month, with additional hours during peak seasonal periods such as Mother's Day and the holiday season. The ideal candidate will take ownership of our monthly bookkeeping process, ensure our financial records are accurate and current, and prepare complete financial statements for management review. Responsibilities Weekly * Import and code bank and credit card transactions in QuickBooks Enterprise Desktop * Review and categorize uncategorized expenses * Coordinate with our internal team to obtain missing transaction information * Maintain accurate account coding and supporting documentation * Report on all tasks completed/blocks to financial team Biweekly * Record payroll journal entries Monthly * Prepare and reconcile gift card/gift certificate liability journal entries * Prepare monthly Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) reporting by analyzing Mango Mint sales reports * Reconcile all bank accounts and credit cards * Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts * Record all required month-end journal entries * Complete the monthly close process * Prepare a finalized Profit & Loss Statement and Balance Sheet for management review * Identify discrepancies, unusual transactions, or accounting issues and communicate recommendations Qualifications * 5+ years of bookkeeping experience * Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Enterprise Desktop (required) * Experience completing a full monthly accounting close * Strong understanding of journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial statements * Ability to prepare accurate monthly financial reports * Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail * Self-motivated and able to work independently * Excellent written communication skills Preferred Experience * Experience with Mango Mint or a similar spa/salon POS system * Bookkeeping experience for spas, hospitality, retail, or other service-based businesses * Experience reconciling gift cards or gift certificate liabilities * Familiarity with New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) Time Commitment * Average: 20–25 hours per month * Peak seasons: 25–30 hours per month * Long-term ongoing engagement To Apply Please include: * 2-3 Professional References [Company, Name, Title, Phone number, Email and Professional Relationship (e.g., former manager, supervisor, coworker, client)] * Resume [Including: Years of QuickBooks Desktop experience, Experience completing monthly financial closes, Businesses you have supported, Experience preparing monthly Profit & Loss Statements and Balance Sheets] * Your weekly availability [Days and Hours] PLEASE NOTE: Failure to follow these instructions and provide complete information requested may disqualify you.

  • More than 30 hrs/week
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  • 6+ months
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    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Accounting
Financial Report
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About the client
Member since Apr 10, 2025
  • USA
    Albuquerque6:15 PM
  • $104K total spent
    7 hires, 6 active
  • 2,819 hours

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