Job Description
Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Remote Accountant to join our dynamic finance team based in Cleveland, OH. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing strategic insights to support our growth.
This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from the comfort of your home while collaborating with a team of professionals across the United States.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily bookkeeping operations, including accounts payable and receivable, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately.
- Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Reconcile bank statements, credit card accounts, and general ledger accounts to ensure balances match.
- Assist with federal, state, and local tax filings, including estimated taxes and annual returns.
- Monitor budgets and provide variance analysis to management to support financial decision-making.
- Perform internal audits and process corrections to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
- Collaborate with remote team members and external stakeholders to resolve accounting discrepancies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA certification is a plus).
- 3+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a remote or hybrid setting.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, or Sage.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Macros).
- Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive financial data.