Accounting Associate

Job Description

Accounting Associate | RemoteHunter

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at RemoteHunter’s client, located remotely within the United States. This organization operates within the finance and accounting services space, providing detailed, accurate, and timely financial management and accounting support to mission-driven entities focused on progressive causes. The company emphasizes transparency, work-life balance, and inclusivity, fostering a unionized team and prioritizing growth and sustainable operations while serving its clients. The Accounting Associate ensures the accuracy and completeness of financial records, managing core transactional accounting functions vital to the organization’s financial integrity and operational efficiency, directly supporting these mission-driven goals.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote, United States

• Team: Reports to the Finance Director
• Mission: Manages core transactional accounting functions to ensure accurate and complete financial records for mission-driven entities.
• Tech Stack: QuickBooks Online, Justworks, Bill.com, Ramp, Google Sheets, Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Accounts Management: Process accounts receivable, including accurate invoicing, timely payment posting, diligent monitoring of outstanding balances, and proactive collection efforts to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Vendor & Expense Processing: Manage accounts payable tasks, encompassing vendor onboarding, precise invoice approval, efficient payment processing, and thorough vendor reconciliation.
• Payroll & General Ledger: Post payroll reports and meticulously allocate payroll expenses by class. Maintain comprehensive general ledger records for revenue, expenditures, and paid media spend to ensure financial accuracy.
• Month-End & Reconciliations: Assist in month-end close activities, performing critical bank and credit card reconciliations and preparing essential journal entries to finalize financial periods.
• Financial Reporting Support: Prepare financial information for internal reporting and external tax filings, conducting transaction research, supporting ad hoc financial reporting, and communicating effectively with the Finance Director.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a relevant field; an associate’s degree with relevant experience is also considered.
• Experience: Proficiency with Google Sheets and Excel is required. Experience with QuickBooks Online, Justworks, Bill.com, and Ramp is preferred.
• Skills: Highly organized with strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Bonus: Experience in startup or growth environments is preferred, along with the ability to provide general finance-related administrative support.