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  • $39 hourly
    I am a Certified Accountant with several years of experience in both practice and the industry. I offer a variety of accounting and some legal services. **Services I Provide:** 1. Tax advisory services 2. VAT, OSS, IOSS, and income tax return preparation 3. Annual reports 4. Statistical analysis 5. Contract drafting 6. Changes to the Commercial Register 7. Registration for VAT, EORI, and OSS numbers Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance!
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Financial Reporting
    Estonian
    Corporate Law
    Value-Added Tax
    Contract Drafting
    Tax Law
    Annual Report
    Account Reconciliation
    Income Statement
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Tax Return
    Tax Preparation
  • $85 hourly
    I have 30 years of bookkeeping and accounting experience. I am a highly motivated and self-driven individual very passionate about accuracy. I am experienced in all areas of bookkeeping from account payable, account receivable, bank reconciliations, financial reports and payroll. I have solid working knowledge of Excel, QuickBooks and other accounting software. I am an accurate and reliable worker that pays attention to details, I look forward to working with you.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Accounts Receivable Management
    Accounts Payable Management
    Buildium
    Financial Analysis
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Payroll Accounting
    Bank Reconciliation
    Microsoft Excel
  • $65 hourly
    Energetic problem solving CPA, California and Florida licensed, Xero Certified, and member of the AICPA. Specializing in the implementation and conversion of accounting software, particularly QBO to Xero, financial forecasting, budgeting, and ongoing accounting and bookkeeping support for small businesses. Extensive experience in e-commerce and all phases of small business management and coaching. Expertise in accounting, modeling, financial management, technical writing, editing, webinar creation and presentation. Background includes Big 4 CPA firm and CFO positions for small and medium size firms. Looking to assist small businesses and entrepreneurs on a one-time or ongoing basis.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Shopify
    CPA
    Amazon
    eBay
    Financial Policies & Procedures
    Presentations
    Xero
    Management Consulting
    Startup Consulting
    Financial Modeling
    Technical Writing
    Accounting Software
  • $175 hourly
    I am a Certified Public Accountant with a Masters in Accounting, specializing in tax preparation. I have years of experience helping clients save money with my knowledge of tax law for business and individual taxes. My main goal with a client is to help them understand their tax situation and help them succeed in their financial goals, including a forward look approach to ensure the client receives the maximum deductions to increase cash flow, by offering tax planning and business consulting. My specialty is in small business, including accounting, tax preparation, and tax consulting to ensure that the business entity type is best suited for your needs and the most tax advantageous. I also offer accounting services, where my main goal with clients is to ensure that their books and financial statements accurately reflect their finances. With accurate financial statements, businesses can see their strengths and weaknesses, which will help them continue to grow their business and succeed. In my accounting business, my main goal is for my clients to be successful and help them by offering not only accounting and tax preparation services, but also business consulting on what is the most advantageous business entity type and taking a forward looking approach to see what they can do in the future to grow their business. I have worked with several small business owners just starting their business by setting up their accounting software and chart of accounts, creating a business strategy, including tax planning, to maximize cash flow to prepare them for success.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Tax Strategy
    Xero
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Financial Analysis
    Income Statement
    GAAP
    Tax Return
    Tax Planning & Advisory
  • $160 hourly
    My core service offerings focus on fully supporting the accounting, finance and analytics needs of growing businesses. I work with companies to utilize financial and operational data to make informed decisions. If you need insights into what is going on with your business and developing a strategic plan for growth, then I can help. About Me: ● Possess a unique combination of accounting, financial analysis, and data visualization work experience. ● Hold a Masters of Accountancy degree and an active Certified Public Accountant license in Georgia ● Offer over 14 years of accounting experience and 8 years of data visualization development ● Serve as outsourced Controller to multiple businesses in the technology, hospitality/foodservice, retail, real estate, healthcare, service-based, non-profit, and manufacturing spaces ● Develop and publish over 100 executive level and operational Tableau dashboards using data from a variety of business areas and data sources Allow me to add value to your business by providing: ● Streamlined solutions to the accounting function which increase efficiency ● Oversight of your accounting activities to ensure separation of duties and enhance internal controls ● Data analytics services to help uncover trends and patterns to give you a competitive advantage ● Continuous monitoring of financial activities to identify irregularities and alert you to potential fraud ● Financial planning and analysis to help you discover the best course of action for the future I believe a picture is worth a thousand numbers and pride myself on creating easy to understand visuals that provide insights into the financial and operational activity of businesses. I am forward thinking and help clients understand where they stand today so that they may develop realistic expectations for the future. I look forward to earning your business!
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    VLOOKUP
    Financial Analysis
    CPA
    Data Analysis
    Microsoft PowerPoint
    Tableau
    Microsoft Excel
    Data Visualization
    Google Sheets
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $75 hourly
    Tax time is fast approaching and if you use QuickBooks Online and need help to get your books tax ready, I am the bookkeeper for you! I am an Accountant and have worked in small business private accounting for 25 years. I focus on helping small business owners get their books organized and reconciled so they can go to their tax accountant with confidence. If you have transactions that are still sitting in your bank feeds, accounts that haven't been reconciled and income and expenses that are not showing up correctly, it's time to reach out to me and get your books cleaned up.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    QuickBooks Online
    Training
    Accounts Payable Management
    Account Reconciliation
    Accounts Receivable
    Chart of Accounts
    Bank Reconciliation
    Balance Sheet
    Microsoft Excel
    Data Entry
    Accounts Payable
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $32 hourly
    Quickbooks Online Certified with an MBA in Accounting with experience working with a multiple industries including distribution, consulting, contractors and self-employed individuals. Experienced accounting software instructor with several accounting software systems, assisting businesses in moving from manual to automated systems. Reliable, organized, flexible, detail oriented with ability to comprehend your overall system as well as the details. . I focus on Quickbooks Online Cleanup, Training, Troubleshooting, and Reconciliation and then if requested, will continue doing monthly bookkeeping! Please note that I will only be able to interview or communicate through Upwork in discussing any opportunities. Thank you.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $90 hourly
    Bonjour, Après plus de 15 ans au service d'entreprises, j'ai créé mon entreprise et je vous propose de réaliser toutes vos traduction Anglais - Français ainsi que de vous faciliter la lourdeur des tâches administratives et comptables. Très souvent, la comptabilité représente un casse-tête, tandis que pour moi, c'est un plaisir, tant de le faire que de vous aider à devenir autonome si vous le souhaiter. Ce sera pour moi un plaisir de mettre mon expérience et expertise à votre disposition. Mon parcours professionnel s’est construit aussi bien en France qu’à l’étranger. J’ai vécu et travaillé plusieurs années au Royaume-Uni et en Thaïlande. De ce fait, je possède une ouverture d’esprit et une expérience élargie. Dans ma vie professionnelle, j'ai principalement travaillé en anglais et ai dû traduire des documents financiers ou plus généraux du Français à l'anglais (et vice-versa). Au cours des 15 dernières années, j'ai réussi en tant que contrôleur financier travaillant dans différents environnements (e-commerce, fabrication, commerce de gros, B2B). Mon expérience a grandi au cours des années et je suis disposée à mettre toute mon expertise non seulement pour une grande entreprise, mais aussi pour une entreprise plus petite qui a besoin d'expertise professionnelle. Vous souhaitez : • Aide à la création de votre société • Mise en place ou amélioration de votre comptabilité • Tableaux de bords, Reporting (selon différentes normes :IFRS, USGAAP) • Gestion de votre trésorerie • Implémentation de process (contrôle interne, SOX …) • Préparation et revue des états financiers • Budget et prévision, analyse des variances et pertinence des stratégies • Préparation des rapports AGE, AGO… • Préparation de vos statuts • Plan de financement • Traduction Français – Anglais en tout genre • Aide administrative Maitrise des systèmes suivants : SAP, SUN, SAGE, BPC, Cognos, Oracle, Excel, Powerpoint, Word Pour toute question ou complément d’information, n’hésitez surtout pas à me contacter.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Legal Translation
    Financial Planning
    Value-Added Tax
    Cost Control
    English to French Translation
    Financial Reporting
    Managerial Finance
    International Accounting Standards
    Account Reconciliation
    Tax Preparation
    Financial Accounting
    Balance Sheet
  • $40 hourly
    Having extensive experience in accounting I can provide a wide range of services including bookkeeping, reporting, and cashflow forecasting. I am a QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor as well as having significant experience with Wave software. I have worked with small businesses and non-profits on their accounting needs. If you are looking for a service oriented professional let's discuss how my skills can be used to assist in your success.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Wave Accounting
    Financial Reporting
    Cost Accounting
    Inventory Management
    Budget Management
    Financial Variance Analysis
    Bank Reconciliation
    Cash Flow Analysis
    Account Reconciliation
    Microsoft Excel
  • $50 hourly
    I specialize in QuickBooks- both Desktop and Online. I do not offer QB training or tax filing. Menu of services: *Year end review-I partner with a CPA that will review your books and provide audited financials. *Start up-If you are starting a new business and have no idea what a Chart of Accounts is or how to set up Customers and Vendors then I will get you up and running *Clean up-Sometimes just don’t know where to book those receipts so you guess or put them all to Miscellaneous and let your CPA figure it out at Year-End. Maybe you are new to this or discover that your bookkeeper didn’t know as much as they said they did. Now your books are a mess and you can’t get a handle on how your business is doing. *Catch up-This is a great service for the business owner who wants to keep their own books but has fallen behind. I can step in, get everything caught up so you are back up and running. *Monthly Review-If you are the business owner who wants to enter bills, cut checks and create invoices but not deal with the monthly bank reconciliations and needs someone to reconcile accounts and review the months transactions for accuracy. *Full Service Bookkeeping-I handle all transactions for you. *Custom Plan- We come up with a custom plan that fits your needs
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Inventory Plugin
    General Ledger
    Financial Reporting
    Month-End Close Assistance
    Financial Analysis
    Job Costing
    Transaction Data Entry
    Accounts Payable
    Microsoft Excel
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Accounts Receivable
    Bank Reconciliation
  • $38 hourly
    Having over thirty years of business experience, I have been responsible for the following: 1. Extensive QuickBooks Online Experience including design, special reporting, apps, locations, and classes. 2. Setup working papers to support financial statement results. 3. Redesigning accounting systems for better reporting of financial results. 4. Twenty-five+ years of accounting and financial reporting responsibilities. 5. Working knowledge of federally funded education grants though a charter school 6. Twenty years of budgeting oversight for up to forty departments My education includes a Masters Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelors Degree in Management of Human Resources.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Financial Reporting
    Cash Flow Statement
    Accounts Receivable Management
    Accounting Software
    Accounts Payable Management
    Financial Accounting
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Balance Sheet
    Bank Reconciliation
  • $40 hourly
    I have over 20 years experience in bookkeeping. I am a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor that is proficient with Microsoft Word & Excel. I specialize in self employed and small business bookkeeping, but have worked with companies billing out up to $900,000 a month. Every client is unique, so I will take the time to learn about your business and your goals. We will work together to move toward your goals in a professional and timely manner. I'm also able to work with your accountant to help with tax preparation. Services Available but not limited to: - A/P - A/R - Bank Account & Credit Card Reconciliation - Catch-up or Clean-up of QuickBooks - Creating 1099’s - Creating Customized Invoices & Estimates - Monthly Ongoing Bookkeeping (Hourly or Flat Fee Available) - Paying Sales Tax (Ohio) - Payroll - Preparing Financial Statements - Preparing Budgets - Setting up New Companies and Chart of Account in QuickBooks
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Account Reconciliation
    Invoicing
    Accounting
    Microsoft Word
    QuickBooks Online
    Financial Statement
    Bank Reconciliation
    Budget Management
    Accounts Receivable
    Data Entry
    Accounts Payable
    Microsoft Excel
    Payroll Accounting
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $85 hourly
    Let me help your small business or non-profit with its accounting or bookkeeping needs! I have 30 years experience, including 3 years in public accounting with a "Big Six" accounting firm and almost 10 years at a Fortune 50 SEC manufacturing corporation. I was involved there in consolidations, financial reporting, budgeting, service center accounting and many re-engineering projects. Upon graduating Summa Cum Laude from Bradley University with my accounting degree, I passed my CPA exam. I have also maintained the books for several non-profit organizations and worked with numerous small businesses here on Upwork. I am an Advanced Quickbooks Certified Proadvisor and also proficient in Xero and Wave. I particularly enjoy cleaning up and correcting wayward accounting records. I am organized, detail oriented, reliable, responsive and ready to work for you!
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Gusto
    Xero
    Accounts Receivable Management
    Accounts Payable Management
    QuickBooks Online
    Wave Accounting
    Financial Accounting
    Accounting
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Bank Reconciliation
  • $328 hourly
    Chartered Accountant / Tax Advisor with 15 years post qualified experience. Wealth of knowledge and experience working with small to medium sized businesses providing a full range of financial services, from incorporation to setting up systems and processes, tax planning and preparation and business development. My work is of the highest standard and I adhere to the code of ethics expected by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Ecommerce
    Business Development
    Tax Preparation
    Corporate Tax
    Financial Accounting
    Business Continuity Plan
    Xero
  • $40 hourly
    Are you an e-commerce seller? I specialize in helping e-commerce businesses manage their bookkeeping processes so you can spend your time on growing your business. If you are a small or new business that is ready to outsource your bookkeeping to a professional, I can help you! I provide services for Etsy, Shopify, and Amazon sellers that are sole proprietors or single member LLCs using Quickbooks Online as their accounting software. As a small business owner with a growing business, you juggle many responsibilities! I can help you by -- Keeping your business transactions recorded, categorized, and up-to-date -- Conducting monthly account reconciliations so you know your numbers are accurate -- Providing clear financial reports organized in a way that informs your unique business decisions -- Determining the right apps to integrate with your QuickBooks Online account to streamline your processes not complicate them -- Preparing the necessary reports for your accountant to prepare your tax returns For your convenience, I work using cloud-based technologies which allow me to serve your business located anywhere in the U.S. I would love to visit with you about your specific bookkeeping needs. Send me a message and we can get started now.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Shopify
    QuickBooks Online
    Financial Accounting
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Chart of Accounts
    Balance Sheet
    Accounts Payable
    Accounting Basics
    Bank Reconciliation
    Data Entry
    Accounts Receivable
  • $100 hourly
    I am a highly skilled professional and small business owner with a Bachelors Degree in Business Management. I have worked exclusively with QuickBooks for over 20 years and offer Full-Cycle accounting services, bookkeeping services, tax preparation and consulting to assist your company with meeting its financial goals. I am proficient in financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting, retroactive bookkeeping and clean up, new account set-up, monthly bookkeeping maintenance, payroll processing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliation, journal entries, monthly and annual financial reporting, month end and year end closings. I have owned several small businesses of my own and worked as Senior level management with responsibility for teams of 5-125 staff. This includes fortune 500 companies, international charities and several other small businesses in the profit, not-for-profit and non-profit sectors. I am extremely detailed oriented, reliable and an excellent problem solver. As a small business owner, I am intimately familiar with the demands of running a small business and the myriad of challenges that it presents. My goal is to provide my clients with a little peace of mind knowing that they can focus their time and resources on developing their core business. Technology is changing the workplace very quickly, I can help you identify inefficiencies and implement new technologies to streamline your existing accounting systems and processes or redefine them in their entirety.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Expensify
    Stripe
    Bill.com Accounts Receivable
    Bill.com Accounts Payable
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Financial Accounting
    Payroll Accounting
    Budget Management
    Bank Reconciliation
  • $67 hourly
    I am a French citizen with more than 15 years of experience in accounting in Europe, Canada, and Africa. I am specialized in VAT/sales tax for online sellers. I can help you 1) Register for VAT in France, UK, Germany and in the Netherlands 2) OSS registration with the Dutch Belastingdienst or the French Tax Office 3) OSS return calculation 4) OSS return submission via the website of the Dutch Belastingdienst or the French Tax Office 5) Register for GST/HST with the CRA and PST with the Provincial Ministries of Finance in Canada 6) Calculate the sales tax due and submit it online for you via the website of the different tax offices locally. For your online sales in Canada, I can also help you prepare and file your Corporate Tax return (T2) and apply for tax-treaty exemptions if you are a non-resident business. I am registered as a - VAT agent with the HMRC in the UK and with the Direction Générale des Impôts in France - a representative with the CRA for GST/HST and with the Ministries of Finance in British Columbia, Manitoba, Québec, and Ontario for PST
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Payroll Accounting
    Tax Preparation
  • $35 hourly
    I was born in Northampton England. When I left school I studied Business Administration along with Accounting, Payroll and Human Resources. I have worked in accounts based jobs for many years now, credit control, purchase ledger and as accounts assistant/book-keeper and PA. I am living in Central America so I am fluent in Spanish. I am currently working online as a part time book-keeper for a PR company in New Zealand and a UK based company.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Microsoft Office
    English to Spanish Translation
    Sage 50cloud
    Xero
    Spanish to English Translation
    Accounts Payable
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Bank Reconciliation
    Payroll Accounting
  • $50 hourly
    Let me streamline your financials. I am a Quickbooks Online Certified ProAdvisor, and after my many years of office experience I enjoy Accounting/Bookkeeping, Forensic Accounting and Account Management. I have extensive knowledge of: *QuickBooks Online & Desktop Versions *Microsoft Excel & Word *Outlook *GSuite *Gusto *ADP *Mailchimp I am business process savvy, committed to timely task completion and detail oriented. Over the years I have acquired the necessary business skills to assist you in achieving your company’s goals. I am committed to ensuring your accounting and financial needs are met reliably and efficiently, so you can concentrate on what matters most: serving your clients. I truly value helping people & getting them results.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    QuickBooks Online
    Data Entry
    Accounts Receivable Management
    Accounts Payable Management
    Account Management
    Accounting Basics
    Accounting Software
    Bank Reconciliation
    Accounting
    Microsoft Excel
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $35 hourly
    I offer my clients an experienced accounting and business management professional with over 25 years experience across a variety of industries. I am proficient in a variety of software to include Quickbooks, Buildium and Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel as well as an understanding of several other platforms and the commitment to learning any tools available to best serve my clients. I understand the challenges clients face juggling their focus between building and operating their business and managing the financial, clerical, and reporting responsibilities. I offer you my skills and experience to help you meet these challenges. No matter how big or small the assignment or project is I offer a range of services to meet your specific needs. I offer assistance with billing, budgeting, payroll preparation, creating presentations, meeting reporting deadlines, general clerical assistance, or full function accounting and management support. My knowledge and experience will allow me to provide you quality services, support, and guidance.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Accounts Receivable Management
    Procedure Development
    Accounting Basics
    Buildium
    Financial Presentation
    Invoicing
    Financial Audit
    Bank Reconciliation
    Balance Sheet
    Financial Report
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $15 hourly
    "I'm a dedicated and authentic bookkeeper, driven by a passion for problem-solving and uncovering insights. Over the course of my career, I've excelled in maintaining harmony between customer and vendor departments while also adapting to roles in sales and after-sales with ease. In my recent endeavors, I've been drawn to the intricacies of financial analysis, particularly in managing general ledgers, financial statements, and reports. My proficiency extends across various accounting platforms and custom Java script or ERP systems, providing me with a well-rounded perspective. While I specialize in customer and vendor management, I also possess strong capabilities in overseeing general ledgers and financial reporting. My expertise spans platforms including Account View, Twinfield, QuickBooks, and QuickBooks Online."
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Accounting Basics
    Financial Reporting
    Dutch
    Data Entry
    Translation & Localization Software
    Financial Statement
    Financial Report
    General Ledger
    Bank Reconciliation
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Microsoft Excel
    Accounts Receivable
    Accounts Payable
  • $75 hourly
    🚀 HR & Business Operations Expert | M&A, HR Tech & Scalable Growth Are you looking for an HR & business operations leader to streamline workflows, optimize talent strategies, and integrate HR tech for seamless operations? With 10+ years of experience, I specialize in HR shared services, mergers & acquisitions, payroll & compliance, and scalable business operations—helping businesses enhance efficiency, support growth, and drive results. 🎯 What I Bring to the Table: ✅ HR Shared Services & Knowledge Management – Built & optimized HR knowledge bases and ticketing systems for faster issue resolution & employee self-service. ✅ M&A HR Integration & Transition Management – Led HR integrations for fast-growing companies undergoing acquisitions, ensuring seamless payroll, benefits & compliance transitions. ✅ Scalable Talent Acquisition & Onboarding – Grew engineering teams from <10 to 100+, creating structured recruitment, onboarding & retention processes. ✅ HR Tech & Payroll System Integration – Integrated QuickBooks Online, Rippling, Workday, ADP, TriNet PEO, BambooHR, and Salesforce for automated reporting & compliance. ✅ Compliance & Payroll Administration – Ensured multi-regional payroll, benefits & HR processes align with state, federal, & international labor laws. ✅ Employee Engagement & Performance Programs – Designed onboarding, training & performance management systems to boost retention & team success. 🏆 Key Achievements: 🌟 Scaled Engineering Hiring for a Tech Startup – Expanded teams from <10 to 100+, overseeing full-cycle recruitment & onboarding. 🌟 Optimized HR Shared Services – Created HR knowledge bases that improved resolution time & enhanced self-service capabilities. 🌟 Led HR & Payroll Integrations Across Multiple Regions – Integrated HR & financial systems, eliminating manual inefficiencies. 🌟 Managed Global Payroll & Benefits – Ensured accuracy & compliance for multi-country payroll, benefits, & tax filings. 🌟 HR Compliance & Training Initiatives – Developed Safe People Training & compliance policies to align with legal & operational best practices. 🌟 📜 Salesforce Certified Professional – Holds two Salesforce certifications with expertise in HR systems, automation, & CRM integrations. 💡 Core Skills & Expertise: 📌 HR Shared Services | HR Tech Integrations | Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) 📌 Talent Acquisition & Onboarding | Compliance & Payroll Management | Employee Engagement 📌 Business Operations | Process Optimization | Policy Development 🔹 HR & Payroll: QuickBooks Online, Rippling, Workday, ADP, BambooHR, TriNet PEO 🔹 Project Management & Collaboration: Confluence, Asana, Slack 🔹 CRM & Automation: Salesforce (Certified), Microsoft Office Suite 🔹 Microsoft 365 Ecosystem: Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365 Admin Center, Microsoft Copilot 🔹 AI & Automation: Microsoft 365 Copilot, Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI 💬 Let’s Collaborate! I’m a self-motivated, results-driven HR & Business Operations expert ready to help you streamline processes, scale your team, & optimize HR systems. Let’s connect and drive efficiency in your business!
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Microsoft 365 Copilot
    Office 365
    Human Resource Information System Implementation
    QuickBooks Online
    Growth Strategy
    Human Resources Strategy
    Applicant Tracking Systems
    People Management
    Salesforce CRM
    Accounting
    Bank Reconciliation
    Project Management
    Human Resource Management
    Business Operations
  • $50 hourly
    I specialize in bookkeeping and financial analysis for small, online based businesses, usually ecommerce businesses. I regularly work with Quickbooks and Xero (certified in both), and Gusto. I learn new software very quickly and easy, and frankly I love learning new software. Over the last 15 years, I have completed my Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and have worked basic office jobs during those years. I have done bookkeeping that includes taking bank statements, reciepts and old checks and balanced bank accounts. I have also prepared monthly, quarterly and yearly financial statements for companies. I also have 6+ years as a government tax auditor. I have a very diverse background using the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word and Excel. I really enjoy doing accounting work and preparing statements for people to learn about the company from.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Xero
    Financial Reporting
    Accounting Principles & Practices
    Financial Analysis
    Accounting Software
    Payroll Accounting
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $45 hourly
    I am a detail oriented accounting professional with 25+ years of experience. I’m passionate about providing outstanding service to small and medium sized businesses and empowering owners to help them achieve their goals. > NC CPA License #29312 > QuickBooks Online certified > Full Service Bookkeeper/Accountant > Excellent communication skills
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Inventory Management
    QuickBooks Online
    Project Accounting
    CPA
    Microsoft Excel
    Accounts Payable
    Bank Reconciliation
    Account Reconciliation
    Payroll Accounting
    Financial Accounting
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Accounts Receivable
    Balance Sheet
  • $25 hourly
    My name is Isabel Parra and I'm from Colombia. I'm 37 years old and I have a great experience as a bookkeeper, accountant. Booking invoices from suppliers and for clients with all specifities such as taxes (VAT), cost center, accountings codes. I´m a nice person with good personality and working with honesty, accuracy and autonomy. I´m looking for opportunities where I can use my knowledge and qualities. I have extensive experience with European and American companies. Please contact me for any other questions. Regards, Isabel
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Data Entry
    Office Administration
    Corporate Tax
    Xero
    Bank Reconciliation
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Accounts Receivable
    Account Reconciliation
  • $40 hourly
    I offer Financial services and Digital Marketing expertise for Upwork clients. Accounting & Finance Expertise: I have been using Quickbooks as a business owner and a manager since 2002. I am an expert in bill entries, bills due report, bank downloads, account creation, monthly reconciliation, profit/loss, balance sheet reports... I can also help with year end tax reporting and year end close outs. I also build "reporting" files for business management that will help the managers see their key performance indicators. I am experienced in cleaning up books, uploading/coding up to 5 years of transactions. I will make sure your books are up to date to help grow your business. Digital Marketing Expertise: I worked in advertising and marketing since 1997. I worked for network agencies and big brands in Media and Account Management departments. I can manage your Social Media while you focus on your business. I have experience with Social Media Strategy, Content Calendars, Content Management and Reporting.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    Numeric Fluency
    Account Reconciliation
    Accounting Basics
    Accounts Payable Management
    Bank Reconciliation
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Accounts Receivable
    QuickBooks Online
    Financial Accounting
  • $45 hourly
    I have a Certificate in Accounting where we exclusively utilized Quickbooks Online. As of January 2023, I became a certified Quickbooks Online Pro Advisor. My 12 years of bookkeeping experience has made me a lover of organization and clarity. Typing 100 WPM, my hyper attention to detail does not falter. Due to working in an administrative capacity for over 11 years, my most significant strength is multi-tasking and prioritization. This flexibility has made me a dependable team member as the needs of the day fluctuate. You may glean from my work history that I have done bookkeeping in the non-profit sector and Architectural and Engineering industry. This was completed through QuickBooks Desktop as well as Deltek's Ajera program. I am an avid user of Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to supplement my organization. I firmly believe in maintaining the visibility of Bookkeeping processes and practices.
    Featured Skill Bookkeeping
    QuickBooks Online
    Payment Processing
    Daily Deposits
    Invoicing
    Account Reconciliation
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Bank Reconciliation
    Accounts Receivable
    Customer Service
    Accounting Basics
    Accounts Payable
    Data Entry
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As you determine your business needs, consider whether a full-time, in-house employee or freelance bookkeeper is the right fit for your organization. Engaging an independent bookkeeper on Upwork is an efficient, cost-effective, and flexible option. Bookkeepers with diverse experiences and educational backgrounds are available from around the globe. 

Writing a compelling bookkeeper job post

Composing an engaging and concise bookkeeper job post can help you reach and attract qualified candidates. Below, we’ve identified key elements to include in an effective bookkeeper job post. 

Job post title

Create a simple title that clearly conveys your needs and what you’re looking for in a bookkeeper. Examples include:  

  • Bookkeeper. Healthcare provider seeking a bookkeeper to oversee patient billing, accounts receivable, and payroll while maintaining legal compliance. 
  • Bookkeeping clerk. Manufacturing company in need of a bookkeeper to handle data entry, process invoices, and support the finance team with expense tracking. 
  • Senior bookkeeper. Technology startup looking for an experienced bookkeeper to implement new accounting software and facilitate day-to-day financial operations.

Project description 

Include the following details in the project description to ensure a successful bookkeeper job post

  • Scope of work. List the scope of work and all the deliverables you’ll need from the ideal bookkeeper candidate, such as processing payroll and preparing financial statements.
  • Project length. Clearly state whether you’re looking to hire a bookkeeper for a short-term or long-term project. 
  • Background. If you’re looking for a bookkeeper with experience in a certain industry or accounting software, list the background or experience requirements in this section. 
  • Budget. Set a budget and include whether you’re offering an hourly or fixed-price contract.

Bookkeeper responsibilities

Here’s a list of common bookkeeper responsibilities to keep in mind for your job post:

  • Timely processing of accounts payable and receivable 
  • Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing financial reports
  • Supporting basic financial analysis 
  • Processing payroll while maintaining compliance with tax requirements 
  • Assisting with annual tax preparation
  • Verifying deposits and other transactions
  • Overseeing payments for everyday business expenses 
  • Keeping track of day-to-day business expenses
  • Balancing business bank accounts 
  • Billing clients or customers for products and services 
  • Staying updated on bookkeeping trends and best practices 

Bookkeeper requirements and qualifications

Develop a list of requirements and qualifications you’re looking for in prospective bookkeeper candidates. Sharing these details in your job post can help you reach professionals with the skills and experience you need and weed out individuals who may not be a good fit.

Typical bookkeeper requirements and qualifications include:

  • Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience
  • Certified Bookkeeper (CB) certification from the American Institute of Professional bookkeepers or a similar certification
  • High school diploma or GED, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
  • In-depth understanding of accounting software such as QuickBooks or Xero
  • Knowledge of payroll processing software like ADP or Paychex
  • Strong mathematical and numerical skills
  • Basic to advanced knowledge of accounting principles and practices 
  • Understanding of federal, state, and local tax regulations, along with other compliance requirements 
  • Soft skills including organization, attention to detail, communication, and time management

Helpful information to know before you hire a bookkeeper

In addition to writing a compelling job post, having a grasp on what the role of a bookkeeper entails, along with market demand and associated hiring costs can be helpful. Learn more about what to expect when hiring a bookkeeper so you can identify the right candidate for your team. 

The role of a bookkeeper 

If you’re looking to reduce the administrative overhead of tracking financial records for your business, a bookkeeper can help you get organized and balance the books. Experienced bookkeepers can help ensure your numbers are accurate by reducing errors while logging receipts, filing taxes, and handling other financial tasks.

A bookkeeper handles more clerical work than an accountant, although their services overlap and people in the two roles often collaborate on projects. Bookkeepers record and deliver day-to-day transactions and expenses and generate important financial data, which is typically then handed over to an accountant for more high-level analysis.

Daily bookkeeper tasks

  • Accounts payable and receivable. Paying, creating, and sending invoices, managing cash flow, tracking payments, and managing customer or client accounts. 
  • Payroll processing. Keeping track of wages, processing payments, and maintaining compliance with tax requirements. 
  • Data entry. Recording transactions and other financial data accurately using accounting software. 
  • Bank reconciliation. Comparing internal financial records and statements with bank statements to confirm accuracy. 
  • Financial reporting. Organizing and preparing financial statements for the accounting team, such as income statements, balance sheets, general ledgers, and cash flow statements. 
  • Data backup. Maintaining data security by backing up all critical financial records. 
  • Budget preparation. Helping to create and monitor budgets for departments or projects across the business. 
  • Expense tracking. Monitoring business expenses to stay on budget and maintain accurate financial records. 
  • Tax preparation support. Gathering essential information for accurate tax preparation. 
  • Audit preparation. Preparing financial records and assisting during internal or external audits.

Common bookkeeper projects

Depending on their experience or specific skill set, bookkeepers can handle a variety of projects or tasks. Common bookkeeper projects include: 

  • Accounting software implementation. Identifying and setting up new financial or accounting software to improve accuracy, efficiency, and productivity. 
  • Payroll system update. Similar to accounting software, a bookkeeper may identify and implement a new payroll platform to drive efficiencies and maintain compliance. 
  • Cash flow forecasts. Developing projections for future cash inflows and outflows to support short- and long-term financial planning. 
  • Financial backlog cleanup. Organizing outdated financial records to keep accounts and other critical information up to date. 
  • Year-end closing. Reviewing and reconciling accounts and preparing financial statements to accurately close out a company’s books at the end of the fiscal year.
  • Financial training. Educating staff on how to accurately record hours worked, expenses, and other financial information to ensure accuracy across the business. 

Bookkeeper hiring demand in 2024

Bookkeepers are essential to keeping financial records organized for businesses across industries; the market shows continued demand for bookkeeping professionals in the coming years. 

While the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment of bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks will decline by six percent through 2032, about 183,900 job openings are still expected each year. Many of the job openings can be attributed to the need to replace workers who transition to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire, take a sabbatical, or take parental leave. 

Industries hiring bookkeepers

A bookkeeper is an important role for businesses across industries. While bookkeepers handle many of the same responsibilities no matter the business, the role can offer unique benefits depending on the industry.

Industries include: 

  • Legal. Law firms often engage bookkeepers to manage client billing, keep track of billable hours, oversee trust accounts, and help maintain compliance with legal and accounting regulations. 
  • Non-profit. Organizations in the non-profit space rely on bookkeeping professionals to track donations, oversee administrative paperwork related to grants, and support financial reporting requirements specific to tax-exempt businesses. 
  • Real estate. Bookkeepers at real estate agencies manage property income and extensions, track commissions for agents, and help maintain compliance with property transaction regulations. 
  • Technology startups. Companies in the tech startup space employ bookkeepers to track revenue, expenses, and investor funding, and maintain accurate financial records for potential future investors or acquisitions. 
  • Small businesses or entrepreneurs. Small business leaders don’t always possess financial expertise so they hire bookkeepers to manage day-to-day transactions, prepare financial statements, and support tax preparation. 

Average cost of hiring a bookkeeper in 2024

The costs associated with hiring a bookkeeper can vary given many factors, such as expertise, educational background, software knowledge, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced bookkeeper may charge a higher hourly rate or project-based fee and also likely works more efficiently, has more specialized expertise, and possesses advanced knowledge of accounting or payroll software. 
  • A professional who is early in their career or in the process of building a freelance client base may offer more competitive pricing for their bookkeeping services.

Rates typically charged by bookkeepers on Upwork are:

  • Beginner. $10 per hour
  • Intermediate. $25 per hour
  • Advanced. $40 per hour

If you’re weighing the costs and other factors between hiring an independent professional or a full-time, in-house bookkeeper, data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that the median annual salary for this role is $47,440. 

Hire a skilled bookkeeper for your business

Hiring a reliable, experienced bookkeeper can drive increased efficiency and reduce the risk of errors with your financial records. By understanding important information related to hiring a bookkeeper, along with best practices for writing an effective bookkeeper job post, you can find a professional with the skills and experience you need. Consider engaging an independent bookkeeper on Upwork. Whether you need support maintaining your day-to-day financial records, managing payroll, preparing for an audit, or any other bookkeeping tasks, you can reach a global talent pool of skilled professionals and drive cost savings and operational efficiencies compared to hiring a full-time employee. Hire the right bookkeeper on Upwork and start getting your books in order today.

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