Remote Sr. Bookkeeper
Salt Lake County, UT - USA
Job Summary
Summary: The position is 100% remote in the state of Utah full-time or part-time with a minimum of 25 hours per week.
Do you want to be part of a team that makes direct and positive impacts on entrepreneurs and small businesses Do you feel passionate about the language of business Accounting Are you looking for a flexible culture where each team member is highly valued and where your expertise is trusted If your answer to these three questions is yes we want to talk to you.
Work from the comfort of your own home doing the fun kind of accounting for an amazing fun loving team.
No taxes
No in-house payroll
No auditing
No in-person client meetings (Zoom Only)
This is a 100% remote (work from home) position. It has been remote since we started the company eight years ago. Our company is all remote because we have team members who put health and family first; working remotely allows us to do just that forever.
We have flexible hours but most of our work is done between 95 each day (in your time zone).
WHO WE ARE
At Cloud5 Accounting we have made our purpose to remove accounting hassles and empower small business owners to build better businesses and a better future. We are a cloud-based and client-success-focused firm that provides virtual bookkeeping and advanced accounting support.
We are growing our client base and were looking for Senior Accounting Professionals who are rock stars can deliver take ownership of their work and add value beyond transactional bookkeeping.
At Cloud5 Accounting what we do matters because:
We help businesses gain financial clarity
We help small businesses grow by giving them time to focus on what matters
We guide our clients to make better financial decisions and provide peace of mind
WHY TEAM UP WITH US
We believe in Work-Life Balance - We work hard and play hard. We value personal and family time.
We are Professional - We are respectful clear and concise in our communication. We double-check our emails to clients to affirm our competence.
We care about clients and team members alike - We listen and we respond within 24 hours.
We are Problem Solvers - We are a proactive resource.
We Speak Out - We emphasize teamwork continuous learning we dont assume and no question is a dumb question.
Our firm is a continuous learning environment. Even in a senior role we will onboard you with our processes tech stack and expectations. Questions are asked every day between team members in Google Chat and we add those questions to our company knowledge base so we are always on the same page.
You will be able to manage client work with confidence and accuracy. You will take ownership of the accounting lifecycle for your assigned clients and be an amazing problem solver. Most importantly you will create a warm and lasting impression on the clients you work with daily. You will have minimal mistakes and keep clear notes/records of client needs.
DETAILS OF THE ROLE
You will be responsible for daily and monthly accounting processes for approximately 1530 clients. The day-to-day includes:
Pleasantly interfacing with clients through email and Zoom
Categorizing and organizing all transactions in QuickBooks Online
Reconciling all balance sheet accounts
Preparing monthly financial reports and communicating insights to clients
Reconciling payroll transactions using payroll reports
Paying bills through (when applicable)
Clearing up transaction questions with clients
Manage a team of 3-4 junior level team members.
OVERVIEW OF WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
Most small business owners lack the time or know-how to keep their business finances updated and accurate. We streamline their accounting consistently measure the numbers that matter and communicate the story behind the financials.
We are looking for a Senior Accountant who brings accuracy ownership and a proactive mindset.
Minimum of 46 years of accounting experience (preferably in outsourced accounting or bookkeeping firms)
Advanced experience with QuickBooks Online
Experience in a client-facing role/environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work in an expanding and changing environment
Passion for improving processes and driving efficiency
Proven track record of ownership and exceeding expectations
Remote Environment Requirements (working from home):
Quiet private space with fast internet and a reliable computer
Available mostly between the hours of 95 in your time zone (remaining hours flexible)
Ability to work independently and uphold deadlines
What to send us:
Please include your resume and a cover letter. The cover letter should not be a generic template cover letter you send everyone. Make it specific to the job and explain why you would be the right candidate.
Required Skills:
Must Haves: Minimum of 46 years of accounting experience (preferably in outsourced accounting or bookkeeping firms) Advanced experience with QuickBooks Online Experience in a client-facing role/environment Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work in an expanding and changing environment Passion for improving processes and driving efficiency Proven track record of ownership and exceeding expectations Remote Environment Requirements (working from home): Quiet private space with fast internet and a reliable computer Available mostly between the hours of 95 in your time zone (remaining hours flexible) Ability to work independently and uphold deadlines What to send us: Please include your resume and a cover letter. The cover letter should not be a generic template cover letter you send everyone. Make it specific to the job and explain why you would be the right candidate.