Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part-Time Bookkeeper to join our finance team in Washington, DC. This position offers the perfect balance of professional challenge and flexibility, allowing you to work 20-30 hours per week either remotely or in a hybrid capacity.
As a key member of our accounting team, you will be responsible for maintaining our financial records, ensuring accuracy in our daily transactions, and providing support for our broader financial operations. If you have a passion for numbers and a desire to work with a reputable firm, we want to hear from you.
Key Highlights:
- Flexible Schedule: Work part-time hours that fit your lifestyle.
- Competitive Pay: Earn between $25 and $35 per hour based on experience.
- Modern Tools: Work with industry-standard accounting software.
Responsibilities
- General Ledger Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring all journal entries and transactions are posted correctly.
- Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations of bank statements and credit card accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process invoices, verify vendor bills, and ensure timely payments while managing incoming customer payments.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Compliance: Ensure all bookkeeping activities adhere to federal, state, and local financial regulations.
- Expense Management: Track and categorize business expenses accurately for tax purposes.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of professional bookkeeping or accounting experience.
- Tech Stack: Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, or FreshBooks is essential; advanced Excel skills are a plus.
- Attention to Detail: Strong ability to spot errors, maintain data integrity, and follow accounting standards (GAAP).
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with vendors and internal teams.
- Self-Starter: Ability to work independently and manage time effectively without direct supervision.