Part-Time Accountant

We are seeking an individual with a passion for numbers and the desire to find a flexible, part-time position. Join our team of highly-skilled work-from-home accountants who use their knowledge to support our small business and non-profit clients by managing every aspect of their day-to-day finances.

This unique position allows you to enjoy:

• A Flexible Schedule – Work part-time when it is convenient for you to work, allowing you to use your accounting skills while supporting your life’s personal priorities.
• Remote-First – Approximately two-thirds of the work will be performed from the comfort and convenience of your home office.
• A Team of Resources – While you will often work independently, you will be backed by a team of peers and leaders willing and able to answer questions and support other needs.
• Scalable Earnings – Earnings are based on performance and volume of work completed. Most new employees choose to work 20 – 30 hours per week, averaging $25 – $35 per hour. After a year or so, the hourly wage is typically $35 – $50 per hour.
• Career Development – Bookminders offers training programs for new hires as well as on going training for current employees. Bookminders’ training programs are accredited for CPA continuing professional education.

Job Responsibilities

Manage financial data for small business or non-profit clients using accounting software

• Small Business Clients – time and expense billing, automated reconciliation of cash, merchant and point-of-sale, job costing and expense allocations
• Non-Profit Clients – track grants, programs, donations, restricted funds and comprehensive Board reporting
• Apply accounting standards when recording transactions and reconciling accounts
• Prepare accurate, professional and meaningful client financial reporting including a year-end package
• Track and report client billing information in a timely, accurate and consistent manner
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with assigned clients

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required, accounting or business-related degree preferred
• A minimum of five years of accounting or finance experience required
• Experience with general ledger accounting software required, QuickBooks preferred
• Excellent communication and computer skills required
• Ability to work independently with precision, a strong attention to detail and in accordance with Bookminders’ established standards and procedures required
• Separate, dedicated home office space, a computer to access on-line software and high-speed internet connection, reliable transportation and a mobile phone required
• Ability to attend orientation and occasional training and meetings at our offices
• Ability to attend client meetings (weekly or monthly) and trainings during normal business hours (Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm est) required
• Fully remote applicants must reside in the contiguous United States
• Applicants in our market must reside within 45 miles of local Bookminders’ office