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Emilia J.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

$15/hr
4.3
5 jobs

Hi, I’m Emilia. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and specialize in helping small businesses understand and organize their costs. While many bookkeepers focus only on recording transactions, my work goes a step further. I help business owners track their day-to-day expenses, structure their monthly costs, and gain visibility into where their money is going. I work closely with clients to organize operational expenses, payroll costs, and recurring business spending using structured Excel or Google Sheets systems. By tracking expenses consistently, we can identify spending patterns, detect inefficiencies, and make better financial decisions. A typical workflow with my clients includes tracking business expenses throughout the month and then reviewing the cost structure together. During these reviews, we analyze where the business may be overspending, where costs could be optimized, and what upcoming expenses may look like. My goal is to give business owners a clear and simple view of their financial operations so they can focus on growing their business while maintaining control over their costs. Services I provide: Cost & expense tracking - Daily and monthly business expense tracking - Payroll cost organization - Categorizing operational costs - Expense dashboards in Excel / Google Sheets Cost Analysis & Financial Organization - Identifying areas where spending can be optimized - Reviewing cost structures with business owners - Monthly cost reports and financial summaries Bookkeeping support - Accounts payable & receivable tracking - Transaction reconciliation - Financial data organization Tools: • Excel • Google Sheets • Expense dashboards • Cost tracking systems • QuickBooks (support level) Many small businesses struggle not because of revenue, but because they don’t clearly understand their cost structure. My role is to help bring clarity to those numbers!

  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Cost Control
  • Financial Reporting
  • Google Sheets
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial Analysis
  • Budget Management
  • Cost Analysis
  • Bookkeeping
  • Business Operations
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Financial Planning
  • Business Analysis
  • Financial Modeling
  • Cost Management
Jerecar F.

Caloocan City, Philippines

$5/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Looking for a reliable Virtual Assistant who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with data? I'm an experienced corporate professional transitioning into remote Virtual Assistance, with over 10 years of experience in administrative operations, data management, reporting, reconciliation, and Accounts Receivable. In my corporate career, I've worked with large amounts of information, maintained records, reviewed and validated data, prepared reports, monitored transactions, investigated discrepancies, and coordinated with different teams to make sure tasks were completed accurately and on time. As a VA, I can help with: • Data Entry & Data Management • Administrative Support • Excel & Google Sheets • Web Research & Data Verification • Email Management • Document & File Organization • Report & Spreadsheet Preparation • Database Management • Billing and payment-related administrative support I'm comfortable learning new software and processes, following instructions, handling confidential information, and working independently. While I'm new to freelancing as a VA, I'm not new to professional work. I bring years of corporate experience, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering accurate and dependable work. If you're looking for someone reliable to help keep your data, documents, and day-to-day administrative tasks organized, I'd be happy to work with you.

  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Data Management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Sheets
  • Accuracy Verification
  • Email Management
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Invoicing
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Payment Processing
  • Database Management
Geri Maleck B.

Valenzuela, Philippines

$8/hr
4.1
4 jobs

I’m Geri Maleck T. Broqueza, a BSBA graduate majoring in Financial Management (2010–2014) from Valenzuela, Philippines. I have a background in Accounting, Billing, and Data Encoding with hands-on experience in both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes. I specialize in Accounts Payable operations including PO & invoice matching, invoice processing, expense management, and vendor reconciliation. I have worked with accounting systems such as QuickBooks (Online/Desktop), Xero (for 3 months), and Epicor (Mallory), ensuring accurate and organized financial records. Throughout my experience with G&S Transport Corp., MFA Accounting Services, SC Homes Inc., Buildright Construction Corp. and Mallory Safety & Supply (as a freelancer here in Upwork), I have handled high-volume accounting tasks such as invoicing, reconciliation, subcontractor billing, petty cash management, and client coordination in fast-paced environments. I also have experience supporting project coordination tasks such as permit processing and operational documentation, which strengthened my attention to detail and organizational skills. I am committed, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering accurate, audit-ready accounting support. My goal is to contribute to a professional and efficient team where reliability and accuracy are valued.

  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Accounts Payable
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Bookkeeping
  • Xero
  • Data Entry
  • AnyDesk Software
  • Accounting Software
Raizel E.

Real, Philippines

$7/hr
4.8
6 jobs

🚀 Need a Reliable Virtual Assistant to Keep Your Business Running Smoothly? You're in the right place! I'm a versatile virtual assistant with experience in administrative support, bookkeeping, CRM management, and business operations. I help busy entrepreneurs and growing businesses stay organized, save time, and improve productivity. Here's how I can help: ✔️ Administrative Support ✔️ Bookkeeping & Accounts Management ✔️ Data Entry & Spreadsheet Management ✔️ Database & CRM Management (HubSpot, Salesforce, ServiceTrade) ✔️ Document Preparation & File Organization Tools I use: •CANVA *Chatgpt *System IO • HubSpot • Salesforce • ServiceTrade • Trello • DocuSign • Slack • OrgMeter • Equifax • CreditorWatch • Clear ACH I pride myself on being detail-oriented, organized, dependable, and committed to delivering accurate, high-quality work on time. Whether you need ongoing support or help with a one-time project, I'm ready to become a valuable part of your team. Let's discuss how I can help your business succeed!

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Bookkeeping
  • Data Entry
  • Accounting Basics
  • Balance Sheet
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Administrative Support
  • DocuSign
  • Salesforce CRM
  • Loan Processing
  • Financial Accounting
  • Google Sheets
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Invoice
  • Xero
Sulaiman K.

Hunza, Pakistan

$25/hr
4.0
4 jobs

Growing businesses don't struggle because of bookkeeping—they struggle because finance operations become inefficient as they scale. Manual invoice processing, disconnected systems, delayed reconciliations, inconsistent workflows and poor financial visibility can slow growth and consume valuable time. I help businesses streamline Finance Operations by optimizing Accounts Payable & Receivable (AP/AR), integrating ERP and accounting systems, automating financial workflows, and implementing standardized processes that improve accuracy, strengthen internal controls, and give business owners real-time visibility into their financial operations. Whether you're scaling an eCommerce business, managing multiple properties, or running a growing SaaS company, I build finance systems that are efficient, reliable, and designed to grow with your business. 🚀 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 I partner with growing businesses to build finance operations that are efficient, scalable, and built for long-term success. Whether you need day-to-day financial support or a complete finance operations overhaul, I help simplify complex processes, improve visibility, and reduce manual work. ⚙️ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 • Design and optimize end-to-end finance workflows • Improve month-end close processes and financial controls • Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) • Standardize finance processes across teams and entities • Strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency 💳 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 (𝗔𝗣) • Full-cycle AP management (PO & Non-PO) • Invoice processing, GL coding, and approval workflows • Vendor onboarding and supplier relationship management • Payment scheduling and spend management • Employee reimbursements and expense processing 💰 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 (𝗔𝗥) • Customer invoicing and billing • Collections and AR ageing management • Payment application and cash receipt reconciliation • Revenue tracking and customer account maintenance 🤖 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 • Automate invoice capture and document management • Streamline AP/AR workflows to reduce manual processing • Integrate accounting, banking, and operational platforms • Build automated Google Sheets dashboards and KPI reporting • Improve financial visibility through connected systems 📊 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 • Monthly bookkeeping and financial maintenance • Catch-up and clean-up bookkeeping • Bank, credit card, and vendor reconciliations • Journal entries and month-end support • Financial reporting and administrative support 🏆 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 🇩🇪 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 | 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗩 𝗨𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 Supported a German eCommerce business in modernizing its finance operations by implementing email-based invoice processing with DATEV Unternehmen Online (DUO). Streamlined preparatory bookkeeping, standardized Accounts Payable documentation, improved collaboration with the external tax advisor (Steuerberater), and enhanced the accuracy and efficiency of financial document management. 🏡 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁-𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 | 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Designed and implemented a connected finance ecosystem by integrating QuickBooks Online, Ramp, Clearing, Guesty, Breezeway, Vrbo, Booking,com, Chase Bank, and a centralized accounting inbox. Developed finance SOPs, automated invoice and receipt management, streamlined reconciliation workflows, and improved operational efficiency through connected financial systems. ⚙️ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Supported growing businesses by optimizing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations, automating financial reporting with Google Sheets dashboards, improving reconciliation processes, and implementing standardized workflows that increased financial visibility while reducing manual effort. 🛠️ 𝗦𝗼𝗳𝘁𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲 & 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗘𝗥𝗣 & 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, Xero, DATEV Unternehmen Online (DUO), R365 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Ramp, Bill,com, Tipalti, Stampli, Concur, Clearing, Wise, Quickpaid, Wire, ACH 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Guesty, Breezeway, Buildium, AppFolio, TurboTenant, Apartments,com, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel 💬 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀: Google Chat, Slack, CRM tools If you're looking for a Finance Operations specialist who can optimize workflows, automate financial processes, and build scalable finance systems—not just maintain the books—I'd be delighted to discuss how I can support your business.

  • Oracle NetSuite
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Xero
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Data Entry
  • Administrative Support
  • Invoicing
  • Google Sheets
  • Buildium
  • Property Management
  • Email Support
  • AppFolio
  • Business Operations
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Ecommerce
  • Bill.com
  • Concur
Normina C.

Panabo, Philippines

$15/hr
5.0
12 jobs

Experienced and highly-organized Bookkeeper and a Financial Analyst with 10+ year professional experience and a Bachelor Degree in Accounting Technology. Provides dedicated administrative support and work special projects. ✅ Skilled in meeting the deadlines, email management, oral and written communication, compiling and organizing data for invoicing as well as collecting and managing campaign data reporting using SAP Business One and QuickBooks Online ✅Categorization, Clean up & Catch Up, Bank Reconciliation, Adjusting Journal Entry, and Financial Reporting are my forte. ✅ Process Accounts Payable for payroll, medical billings, Purchase Orders (Items or Services) and for needed payments for the suppliers and service contractors. ✅ Process payments. ✅ Strong attention to details. ✅ Knowledgeable of Generally accepted accounting principles or GAAP ✅ Doing replenishments of the revolving funds of the company. ✅ Project Management. ✅ Responsible for recording Capital Expenditures of the company. ✅ Recording non-current assets and fixed assets and its depreciation monthly. ✅ Recording of operational costs of the company and the allocation to its affiliates. ✅ Preparing Financial Statements monthly, interim and annually for audit preparation ✅ Entering all income and expenses in the accounting system (SAP ERP, QuickBooks Online) accurate and precise based on actual supporting documents. ✅ Garnering three consecutive years of having 96% on performance appraisal ✅ Commended and endorsed as a Team Leader ✅ Most trusted person by handling critical and confidential tasks. ✅ Able to navigate Microsoft Excel (expert in using Privot Table, Data validation, VlookUp, etc.) ✅ Able to navigate Google Suites, QuickBooks Online, Notion, Monarch Money, LastPass, Bill.com If you are looking for a passionate and reliable assistant to any administrative tasks feel free to connect with me. I am highly organized person and willing to do the tasks. Very keen to details with less supervision. Enthusiastic and eagerness that drives her to finish the tasks on time or as early as possible. A team player and willing to be trained at any field of tasks or job.

  • Accounting Basics
  • Data Entry
  • Accounts Payable
  • SAP
  • Data Processing
  • SAP ERP
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Purchase Orders
  • Payment Processing
  • Report
  • Microsoft Office
  • Cost Accounting
  • Capital Expenditure
  • Invoicing
  • Financial Report

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What does an ExpenseWatch specialist do?

An ExpenseWatch specialist configures and manages the technical workflows that govern how a company tracks, approves, and analyzes employee spending. This role focuses on setting up the specific rules within the ExpenseWatch platform to ensure every transaction follows the correct path from submission to final accounting entry. The specialist builds the structure that allows finance teams to maintain control over budgets while enabling employees to submit expenses through web or mobile interfaces. They also handle the integration of spend data with external enterprise systems to keep financial records accurate and up to date.

  • Configure expense categories, approval hierarchies, and routing rules within the ExpenseWatch platform to match organizational policies. This setup determines how purchase requisitions and payable invoices move through review stages before reaching accounting teams for final processing.
  • Categorize spend transactions and prepare detailed data sets for visibility and analysis. The specialist reviews submitted expense reports to verify that each item aligns with the configured categories, ensuring that finance leaders can generate accurate spend analysis outputs from the system.
  • Manage integrations between ExpenseWatch and external enterprise resource planning or accounting systems. This work involves mapping data fields and testing connections so that approved expense information flows automatically into broader financial databases without manual re-entry or errors.

How to hire an ExpenseWatch specialist on Upwork

Step 1: Post a job

Define your spend management needs clearly to attract qualified candidates. Use the Job Post Generator powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI to draft a precise description in seconds. Describe your requirements in a few sentences, and Uma constructs a tailored post for this role. You can write a new post, update a saved draft, or reuse an existing post to save time.

  • Specify the exact ExpenseWatch workflows you need configured, such as approval rules for purchase requisitions or payable invoice processing steps.
  • List required integrations with your ERP or accounting systems to ensure spend data flows correctly between platforms.
  • Detail the volume of monthly expense reports and the complexity of categorization rules the specialist must manage.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Look for proof of hands-on configuration experience within the ExpenseWatch platform. Uma can run instant video interviews and build shortlists with side-by-side comparisons to help you identify top performers quickly.

  • Review portfolios for screenshots or case studies showing customized approval hierarchies and category structures built inside ExpenseWatch.
  • Check for evidence of successful data integration projects where expense transactions were mapped to external financial systems without errors.
  • Verify experience with mobile app support and end-user training materials that demonstrate their ability to drive adoption.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Focus on technical proficiency and problem-solving approaches specific to spend control. Schedule and conduct interviews within Upwork Messages, which generates an immediate transcript and summary after each session.

  • Ask how they handle complex routing logic for multi-level approvals when departments have different spending limits.
  • Discuss their method for troubleshooting failed data syncs between ExpenseWatch and your primary accounting software.
  • Request examples of how they cleaned up messy historical spend data to improve reporting accuracy for finance teams.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Set clear milestones for configuration, testing, and launch phases. Use Upwork Messages and the contract workroom for all communication and project management, while identity verification, payment protection, hourly tracking, and project funds keep the engagement secure.

  • Define deliverables such as a fully tested approval workflow and a validated set of expense categories ready for live use.
  • Establish a timeline for integrating ExpenseWatch with your ERP system and verifying that transaction data matches your general ledger.
  • Agree on a support period for post-launch adjustments and user issue resolution to ensure smooth ongoing operations.

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How much does hiring an ExpenseWatch specialist cost?

Hiring an ExpenseWatch specialist typically costs $500-$1,500 per project, depending on scope and experience. Final pricing depends on workflow complexity, required integrations, data volume, revision needs, and the freelancer's experience level.

Workflow configuration

$500-$1,200/project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Configured routing steps for expense reports
  • Defined expense categories and coding structures
  • Written instructions for end-user submission

Data categorization

$1,200-$2,500/project

Mid-level
  • Mapped historical spend to correct categories
  • Built standard reporting views for finance teams
  • Compiled error checks for data accuracy

Integration setup

$2,500-$4,500/project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Linked ExpenseWatch to external accounting systems
  • Verified transaction flow between platforms
  • Configured alerts for failed data transfers

Spend analysis implementation

$4,500-$7,000/project

Senior-level
  • Created visual spend tracking interfaces
  • Developed predictive spending projections
  • Reviewed compliance against company spending rules

Enterprise deployment

$7,000-$12,000/project

Expert-level
  • Designed scalable multi-entity setup
  • Implemented role-based access controls
  • Produced video and text training assets

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring an ExpenseWatch specialist worth it?

For most businesses, yes: hiring an ExpenseWatch specialist is worthwhile. This expert configures approval rules and expense categories to prevent manual data entry errors. They also set up integrations with your accounting software to automate spend reporting.

How do I evaluate ExpenseWatch specialist candidates?

Review their experience configuring specific approval workflows and category structures within the ExpenseWatch platform. Ask for examples of how they mapped expense data to external ERP systems for accurate financial reconciliation.

What tasks does an ExpenseWatch specialist handle?

An ExpenseWatch specialist builds submission forms and routes transactions through review steps. They categorize spend data and generate reports for finance teams to analyze company spending.

Can an ExpenseWatch specialist integrate with my accounting software?

Yes, these specialists configure web services to exchange spend data between ExpenseWatch and your financial systems. This setup allows expense information to flow directly into your general ledger or ERP platform.