QBO Bookkeeper - Canada based ONLY - NO AGENCIES

Posted last month

Worldwide

Summary

About the Role We are a Silicon Valley SaaS startup and seeking a detail oriented and experienced bookkeeper with hands on QuickBooks Online expertise to manage monthly bookkeeping for our business. This is a recurring monthly engagement ideal for a freelancer. You will be responsible for keeping our books accurate and up to date each month, ensuring we are prepared for tax season, financial reviews, and business decision-making. Approximate hours needed, 15-20 per month Key Responsibilities Monthly Reconciliation • Reconcile all bank and credit card accounts in QBO against statements • Identify, investigate, and resolve any discrepancies • Ensure all transactions are categorized correctly Transaction Coding & Entry • Review and categorize all imported transactions using the correct chart of accounts • Enter or import transactions not automatically synced (e.g., cash expenses, checks) • Maintain consistent, accurate coding aligned with the company's accounting structure Accounts Payable & Receivable • Enter vendor bills and record payments in a timely manner • Create and send customer invoices as needed; apply payments and deposits • Monitor aging reports and flag overdue balances Financial Reporting • Prepare and deliver monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statement by the 7th of the following month • Prepare and deliver monthly Balance Sheet by the 7th of the following month • Provide a brief written summary of any notable variances or items requiring attention Payroll Support • Record payroll journal entries each pay period • Reconcile payroll liabilities and confirm proper coding by department/class Year-End Support • Assist with year-end close including accruals, prepaid adjustments, and depreciation entries • Prepare books for CPA/tax preparer and respond to follow-up questions • Provide 1099 vendor data upon request And create SOPs for all the above Qualifications Required • Minimum 4 years of bookkeeping experience using QuickBooks Online • QuickBooks Online Certified (ProAdvisor certification preferred) • Strong understanding of generally accepted bookkeeping principles (USGAAP basics) • Proficiency with bank feeds, rules, and QBO reconciliation tools • Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills • Reliable communication responds to messages within business day • Ability to meet monthly deadlines (books closed by the 7th of the following month) If you are a fit for this job start your cover letter with “I AM A QBO DETAIL ORIENTED BOOKKEEPER” in all CAPS Preferred • Experience working with small businesses • Familiarity with QBO integrations • Experience supporting a CPA or tax preparer at year-end • Familiarity with job costing, class tracking, or multi-location reporting in QBO • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 6+ months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Bookkeeping
Accounting
Nice-to-have skills
Bank Reconciliation
Financial Accounting
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:Less than 5
  • Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
  • Interviewing:
    4
  • Invites sent:
    2
  • Unanswered invites:
    2
About the client
Member since Aug 11, 2015
  • United States
    Mountain View10:35 AM
  • 676 hires, 37 active
  • 82,287 hours

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