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Chi S.

Irvine, California

$120/hr
4.9
1,093 jobs

California Board of Accountancy licensed CPA. AICPA member. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Master of Accounting Science. IRS approved CAA CAF EFIN & PTIN. Income tax returns (s corp, c corp, partnership and individual), federal and multi states, preparations and efile. Tax planning and advisory servies. Quickbooks online pro advisor elite and Gusto accountant. Extensive experiences with US International and foreign owned US LLC/INC taxations.

  • Financial Modeling
  • CPA
  • US Taxation
  • Financial Analysis
Bilal M.

Walnut Creek, California

$70/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I spent over 10 years building my career in audit, accounting, and tax, including time at a Big 4 firm across US and Middle East markets, where I helped organizations strengthen financial transparency, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. I'm now bringing that same rigor directly to clients as an independent consultant. Areas I specialize in: Audit & Assurance- audit-ready financial statements under US GAAP & IFRS Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping & Reconciliations (QuickBooks Online) Month-End/Year-End Close, AP/AR & Cash Flow Analysis Tax Preparation & Planning, Fractional CFO/Controller Services If your organization needs a proven professional across audit, accounting, and tax to strengthen financial integrity and efficiency, let's connect.

  • Financial Accounting
  • GAAP
  • Tax Preparation
  • Financial Audit
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Financial Reporting
  • Bookkeeping
  • QuickBooks Online
  • US Taxation
  • Financial Statements Preparation
  • Internal Control
  • Internal Auditing
  • Tax Planning & Advisory
  • International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Sarbanes-Oxley Act
  • Xero
  • Sage 50 Accounting
Vincent S.

Los Angeles, California

$60/hr
4.9
245 jobs

✅ Professional Bookkeeper with over 6 Years of Specialized Experience in Accounting and Tax Filing ✅ QuickBooks Pro Advisor Elite ✅ Expert US Accountant in Tax Filing and Preparation With over six years of specialized experience in accounting, tax filing, and QuickBooks consulting, I offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the unique needs of both start-up and established companies. What I Offer: Catch-Up, Clean-Up, and Monthly Maintenance Services: Comprehensive management of financial records, ensuring accuracy, and keeping your books up-to-date. Professional Bookkeeping: Extensive hands-on experience in handling day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Tax Filing and Consulting: Expertise in tax preparation and filing, ensuring compliance and maximizing tax benefits for your business. QuickBooks Consulting and Training: Tailored QuickBooks solutions to optimize your accounting processes, including personalized training sessions. Why Choose Me? Extensive Expertise: My background in accounting, coupled with my QuickBooks Pro Advisor certification, equips me with the skills to handle all your bookkeeping and tax needs efficiently. Proven Reliability: Based in the US, I am committed to providing reliable and dedicated service, allowing you to focus on scaling your business without the stress of financial management. Attention to Detail: My strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills ensure meticulous attention to detail, effective priority management, and seamless workflow operations. Proactive Approach: I take initiative and am self-motivated, ensuring your business operations run smoothly throughout the entire cycle. Excellent References: Supported by outstanding references, my proficiency and dedication to delivering exceptional results are well-validated. Let's Connect I am available to review rates and discuss how my services can be tailored to fit your specific business requirements. Feel free to reach out to discuss your needs and see how I can help you achieve your business goals efficiently and effectively. Let's make your financial management hassle-free and position your business for success!

  • Accounting
  • Tax Preparation
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Tax Accounting
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Tax Return
  • QuickBooks Online
  • QuickBooks Online API
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting Report
  • Accounting Report Creation
  • Taxes
  • Tax Strategy
  • US Taxation
  • Tax Planning & Advisory
Mohsin K.

Sacramento, California

$8/hr
5.0
4 jobs

Administrative Support | Virtual Assistant | Data Entry | Web Research | CRM Management I'm a dedicated Administrative Support and Virtual Assistant with extensive experience providing accurate, detail-oriented, and dependable business support. I help entrepreneurs, startups, agencies, and growing businesses streamline their daily operations so they can focus on what matters most. My Services Include: * Administrative & Virtual Assistant Support * Data Entry & Data Management * CRM Data Entry & Database Management * Web Research & Online Research * Lead Generation & Contact List Building * Email Management * Document Formatting & File Conversion * Product Listing & eCommerce Store Management * Transcription & Proofreading * Spreadsheet Management (Excel & Google Sheets) * File Organization & Documentation Why Work With Me? ✔ Accurate and detail-oriented work ✔ Fast turnaround and on-time delivery ✔ Strong communication and reliability ✔ Well-organized workflows ✔ Confidential handling of business data ✔ Flexible support for both short-term and long-term projects My goal is to deliver high-quality work with accuracy, professionalism, and efficiency. Whether you need ongoing virtual assistance or support with a one-time project, I'm committed to helping your business run smoothly. Let's discuss how I can support your business and contribute to your success.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Lead Generation
  • Social Media Lead Generation
  • Prospect List
Hana H.

San Diego, California

$50/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Hi, I’m Hana Haskins, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), QuickBooks Online Level 2 ProAdvisor, and Operations Coordinator with over 10 years of experience helping businesses improve their financial operations, streamline workflows, and build organized systems that support growth. My background combines corporate finance leadership, bookkeeping, financial reporting, business operations, executive support, property management administration, and AI-powered workflow development. I help business owners stay organized, understand their numbers, and create smoother processes across their day-to-day operations. While my CPA background gives me a strong foundation in accounting and finance, my experience also extends beyond traditional bookkeeping. Today, I support growing businesses by combining financial expertise with operational support, project coordination, executive support, and AI-powered business systems. In my current Operations Coordinator role supporting a growing real estate investment, property management, and media company, I manage day-to-day operational workflows across multiple business functions. My responsibilities include bookkeeping support, property management administration, tenant communication, maintenance coordination, vendor management, payroll administration, executive support, documentation management, reporting, and process improvement. I also support Atlas Brief’s publication operations by researching industry trends, coordinating AI-assisted publishing workflows, tracking engagement analytics, preparing executive performance reports, and helping develop scalable systems that improve content production and operational efficiency. —— Bookkeeping & Accounting Services ✔ QuickBooks Online Bookkeeping ✔ Catch-Up & Cleanup Bookkeeping ✔ Accounts Payable ✔ Accounts Receivable ✔ Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations ✔ General Ledger Maintenance ✔ Journal Entries ✔ Month-End Close Support ✔ Financial Reporting ✔ Budgeting & Forecasting ✔ Expense Tracking ✔ Financial Analysis —— Operations & Executive Support ✔ Operations Coordination ✔ Executive Support ✔ Property Management Support ✔ AppFolio Administration ✔ Gusto Payroll Administration ✔ Tenant Communication ✔ Maintenance Request Coordination ✔ Vendor Management ✔ Calendar & Email Management ✔ Document Preparation ✔ Spreadsheet Creation ✔ CRM Updates ✔ Research ✔ Project Coordination ✔ Process Improvement ✔ Workflow Optimization ✔ SOP Development ✔ Business Documentation ✔ Knowledge Management —— Platforms & Software ▪ QuickBooks Online ▪ AppFolio Property Management ▪ Gusto Payroll ▪ Microsoft Excel ▪ Google Workspace ▪ ClickUp ▪ Slack ▪ Canva ▪ CRM Management —— AI Tools ▪ ChatGPT ▪ Claude ▪ Claude Co-work ▪ Perplexity AI AI is integrated into nearly every aspect of my daily workflow. Rather than using AI simply to generate content, I leverage AI tools to improve business operations, accelerate research, develop documentation, streamline administrative tasks, summarize information, and build scalable systems that help businesses operate more efficiently. I regularly use AI to: ▪ Build Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ▪ Create business documentation and operations manuals ▪ Develop executive reports and operational dashboards ▪ Draft professional tenant, vendor, and client communications ▪ Research vendors, regulations, and business solutions ▪ Improve workflows and business processes ▪ Organize knowledge management systems ▪ Support project coordination ▪ Analyze business information and summarize insights ▪ Streamline repetitive administrative tasks ▪ Support AI-assisted content operations and reporting —— I pride myself on being dependable, proactive, highly organized, and detail-oriented. Whether I’m reconciling financial records, coordinating business operations, supporting executive leadership, or implementing AI-powered workflows, my goal is always the same: to create organized systems that save time, improve efficiency, and allow business owners to focus on growing their business. Whether you’re looking for a CPA with strong bookkeeping expertise, an Operations Coordinator to help organize your business, or someone who can combine accounting, operations, executive support, and AI into one role, I’d love the opportunity to help.

  • Accounting
  • General Ledger
  • Financial Planning
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial Reporting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Month-End Close Assistance
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Journal Entries
  • Budget Planning
  • Forecasting
  • Financial Variance Analysis
  • Financial Statements Preparation
  • Cost Accounting
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Executive Support
  • AppFolio
  • Generative AI Prompt
  • ChatGPT
  • Claude
Anupama A.

Torrance, California

$200/hr
4.8
335 jobs

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)with 15+ years of experience as a Senior Accountant, Skilled in all areas of accounting and extensive knowledge of Tax from individual to large businesses with consistently meeting deadlines under pressure. • Licensed CPA from California. • Responsible for payroll & sales tax filing for clients. • Expert at designing accounting functions, systems, and best practices. • Responsible for reviewing & compiling client’s financial statement from E-commerce , Health, Automobile, Construction, Manufacturing & entertainment industries. • Expertise in remote work with minimal supervision, ensured client information confidentiality & Maintained positive relationships with prompt response to calls and emails. • Experience using online tools like Slack, Google Drive and Zoom skill • Individual Taxation ( form 1040 ). Expertise in case like capital gain, RSU ,ESPP , Rental income, Foreign income • Business Tax return ( Form 1120S, 1120, 1065).Expertise to solve all tax complication with required schedule for pass through business entity. • Bookkeeping, accounting and payroll services.

  • Tax Preparation
  • Budget Management
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Certified Tax Preparer
  • CPA
  • International Taxation
  • Corporate Tax
  • US Taxation
  • Sales Tax

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