I’m a Senior Accountant with over 10 years of experience helping businesses maintain clean, accurate financial records and make sense of their numbers. My specialty lies in QuickBooks (both Online and Desktop), month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Whether you need someone to oversee your bookkeeper’s work, troubleshoot accounting issues, or simply ensure your financials are audit ready, I can help.
Here’s what I do best:
Manage and review full month-end close processes
Clean up and maintain QuickBooks files
Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and intercompany transactions
Oversee bookkeepers and ensure accuracy in daily entries
Generate financial reports that are clear, timely, and decision-ready
Set up efficient systems and processes for small to mid-sized businesses
Provide support during audits or transitions
I’m extremely detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and easy to communicate with. I also understand how important flexibility and trust are when working remotely—especially when it comes to your business’s finances.
Tools I use regularly:
QuickBooks (Online & Desktop)
Microsoft Excel (advanced)
NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, and other ERPs
Google Workspace & Microsoft Office
Let’s connect if you need a reliable accountant who can step in, get up to speed quickly, and add real value without the hand holding.
Allison V.
Certified Bookkeeper
Houston, Texas
$75/hr$75 per hour4.9 (25) 61 jobs $40K+ total earnings
Hi! I'm a QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor with 15 years of teaching and training experience and over 5 years of full-time bookkeeping experience. I know QuickBooks Online in and out, and can offer:
• QuickBooks setup, cleanup and troubleshooting
• Bank feed review and transaction coding
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Invoicing and bill management
• Financial statement preparation
• Catch-up and ongoing monthly bookkeeping
• Month-end close and account review
• Chart of Accounts setup and review
• Bookkeeping systems and process improvement
• Practical, hands-on bookkeeping training and consulting
• Personalized QuickBooks training and guidance
I have combined my extensive bookkeeping knowledge with years of teaching experience to provide practical, real-world training and explain complex bookkeeping concepts in a clear, easy-to-understand way.
I look forward to helping you next.
Carl N.
CPA | Quickbooks, Xero, and Excel Guru | 15 Years of Experience
Houston, Texas
$50/hr$50 per hour5.0 (40) 89 jobs $100K+ total earnings
Hey! I am a CPA with 15 years of experience working with some of the largest Fortune 500 companies in the world including: Google, Exxon Mobil, and HP inc.
I have a masters degree in accounting from University of Texas at Austin, a CPA licensed in Texas and also a Certified Quickbooks ProAdvisor. I have a passion for helping small businesses get a clear picture of their performance and metrics. That is why I started a bookkeeping firm.
My goal is to see satisfied clients who have an understanding of the financial health of their business. I am looking to grow my small bookkeeping business and I am looking to take on long term clients.
I offer customizable solutions tailor made to your business needs. I am new to Upwork, so I will charge a discounted price for a limited time as I grow my client base. I pay close attention to detail and will really go the extra mile for you and your business. I set clear objectives and expectations and over communicate to make sure my clients always feel comfortable and secure.
Jawed A.
US-Based Bookkeeper| Quickbooks online Proadvisor| Cleanup and Catchup
Houston, Texas
$25/hr$25 per hour4.8 (76) 134 jobs $100K+ total earnings
⭐ Top Rated Plus | Available to start right away
I’m Jawed Ali, a seasoned accounting professional with 20+ years of experience turning complex financial data into clear, GAAP-compliant, and audit-ready books you can trust. I specialize in both cash-based and accrual-based accounting, customizing my approach to fit your business size, industry, and compliance needs, so you get accurate, timely financials without the stress.
What I Bring to Your Business:
Dual Accounting Mastery:
Deep knowledge of Cash-Based Accounting, perfect for small businesses tracking income and expenses when cash moves.
Expertise in Accrual-Based Accounting, recording transactions when incurred, managing accounts receivable/payable, adjusting journal entries, and ensuring financial statements reflect true business performance.
Software & Tools Proficiency:
QuickBooks Online & Desktop, Xero, Zoho Books, Wave, FreshBooks, Sage, I speak your software language fluently.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, macros, financial modeling, and automation to streamline reporting and analysis.
Expert-level command of Google Sheets, complex formulas, dashboards, data validation, Apps Script, and workflow automation.
Full-Cycle Accounting Services:
General ledger management, journal entries, month-end/year-end close
Bank, credit card, and vendor/customer reconciliations
Financial statement preparation (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Budgeting, forecasting, and ratio analysis
Payroll management via Gusto, QuickBooks Payroll, ADP, and Bill(dot)com
Catch-up and clean-up projects to resolve backlogs and ensure audit readiness
Proven Global Experience
Since 2009, I’ve empowered over 300 clients across the USA, Canada, UK, UAE, Australia, and Pakistan, delivering timely, accurate, and actionable financials to e-commerce stores, real estate firms, SMEs, and service-based businesses.
Why Clients Trust Me
✅ Accuracy & Compliance: Always GAAP-aligned, audit-ready, and error-free books.
✅ Timely Delivery: Never miss deadlines; proactive communication is my norm.
✅ Insightful Reporting: Beyond numbers, I provide data-driven insights to help you grow.
✅ Tech-Savvy Efficiency: Automating workflows to save time and reduce errors.
📩 Ready to transform your accounting?
Whether you’re starting fresh, need cleanup, or want expert ongoing support, I’m here to make your financials crystal clear and stress-free.
Let’s connect and elevate your business finances today!
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