Part-Time Accountant

Job Description:

• Manage the accounting system for small business and non-profit clients using QuickBooks and in accordance with Bookminders procedures: Apply fundamental accounting principles and analytical skills to process a Client’s accounting information completely and accurately.
• Activities typically include, time and expense billing, job costing, expense allocations, fund accounting, programs and restricted funds tracking as well as comprehensive and customized Board Reporting.
• Understand and apply Bookminders' Standards and Procedures, implement procedural or system improvements, and periodically review procedures to ensure Client accounts meet current standards.
• Understand the Client’s business, what the Client (and Client’s accountant) needs from the accounting system, and how to implement Bookminders' service to provide the information they need.
• Attend brief weekly meetings with the Client to discuss financials.
• Track and report client billing information in a timely, accurate and consistent manner.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with assigned clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, accounting or business-related degree preferred
• A minimum of five years of accounting or finance experience required
• Must reside within 45 miles of local Bookminders’ office
• Experience with general ledger accounting software required, QuickBooks preferred
• Excellent communication and computer skills required
• Ability to work independently with precision, a strong attention to detail and in accordance with Bookminders’ established standards and procedures required
• Separate, dedicated home office space, a computer to access on-line software and high-speed internet connection, reliable transportation and a mobile phone required
• Ability to attend orientation and monthly training and meetings
• Ability to attend client meetings (weekly or monthly) and trainings during normal business hours (Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm est) required
• Bookminders requires employees not be employed by or render services to another accounting or financial company, as an employee, director, partner, consultant or contractor.

Benefits:

• A Flexible Schedule – Work part-time when it is convenient for you to work, allowing you to use your accounting skills while supporting your life’s personal priorities.
• Work from Home – After training, approximately two-thirds of the work will be performed from the comfort and convenience of your home office.
• A Team of Resources – While you will often work independently, you will be backed by a team of peers and leaders willing and able to answer questions and support other needs.
• Scalable Earnings – Earnings are scalable based on performance and the volume of work completed.
• Career Development – Bookminders offers training programs for new hires as well as ongoing training for all employees.

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