Accountant VA

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accountant with strong QuickBooks skills to manage our day-to-day accounting and support our payroll process. This role goes beyond basic bookkeeping: you will own core accounting processes, keep our financial records accurate and up to date, and make sure our books are reliable for decision-making. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in general accounting principles, hands-on payroll experience, and takes real pride in precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting in QuickBooks, including recording transactions and maintaining the general ledger
• Perform regular bank, credit card, and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and other adjustments
• Support the month-end close and prepare financial statements such as the Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet
• Assist with payroll processing, including reviewing hours, verifying payroll calculations, and maintaining accurate payroll records
• Record payroll entries and related liabilities accurately in the books
• Track and record accounts payable and accounts receivable activity
• Maintain organized financial documentation and support year-end and tax preparation as needed
• Identify discrepancies or errors in financial records and recommend corrections or process improvements
• Provide clear financial updates and answer accounting questions from management

Mandatory Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Accounting, or a related field
• Proven experience as an Accountant, beyond basic bookkeeping or data entry
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks (Online and/or Desktop)
• Solid knowledge of general accounting principles, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and financial statements
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing and payroll record keeping
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
• High level of accuracy and the ability to handle sensitive financial and employee information with confidentiality
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills

Preferred Skills

• CPA license, or progress toward CPA certification
• Experience with US accounting standards (GAAP) and US payroll processes
• Familiarity with payroll platforms such as QuickBooks Payroll, Gusto, or ADP
• QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification
• Experience supporting month-end and year-end close for small businesses
• Experience preparing records for tax filing and working alongside an external CPA or tax advisor
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously

Why Join Us

You will play a key role in keeping our finances accurate and organized, working closely with a supportive team that values precision and initiative. We offer a flexible working arrangement, room to grow your responsibilities over time, and an environment where your accounting expertise is genuinely valued.

Work Schedule

4 hours/day – Monday, Wednesday, Friday following EST (Flexible)