US Bookkeeper

About The Back Room

We exist to free our clients' time so they can focus on what they do best — growing their business. We deliver smart, efficient solutions that liberate teams from the everyday admin, and we hold ourselves to the same standard. Time is the ultimate currency, and we treat it like it.

About the Client
Its core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. Often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world, and we thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals because they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content because we are industry thought leaders. Startups trust our expertise, so founders can focus on their companies, products, and value-add. As part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $3B just last year. Our client lead with a Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees, believing that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) leads to happy clients and happy employees. We are a remote-first company with over 190 incredible team members, more than 800 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.

The Role
Core Competencies
● Strong finance-based analytical skills and interpersonal communication.
● Expertise in accounting and client management, including:
○ Prepaid revenue, deferred revenue, and revenue recognition.
○ Intangible asset management and mark-to-market valuation.
○ Inventory, purchase orders, and prepaid expenses.
○ Payment processing systems (e.g., Stripe).
○ Creating and managing monthly close lists.
○ Producing tax-ready year-end reports.
○ Accounts payable and receivable processing.
○ Producing financial reports and GL account reconciliations.
● Competency with software, using platforms like G-Suite, QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, Ramp, and Brex Expensify, and Concur.
● Proficiency in video conferencing tools such as Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams to facilitate client meetings.
● Bonus points if you have experience working with Non-profit or mission based businesses

What We're Looking For

Your Experience & Background
● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
● CIMA Qualification preferred.
● At least 3-5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a startup environment.
● Experience using QuickBooks Online. Bonus points if you have experience using the classes feature of QBO.
● Proficiency in learning and adapting to new systems.
● Experience working remotely and developing strong team relationships based on trust and accountability.
● Clear and professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
● Willingness to follow established policies and procedures accurately.
● High level of confidentiality while working with sensitive client data.

This role is open to Philippine citizens currently based in the Philippines.

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