Accountant

We are currently supporting a U.S.-based company in hiring an Accountant. The Accountant is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting operations with a strong emphasis on Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and financial accuracy. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the financial health of the organization by ensuring timely processing of payments, accurate recordkeeping, compliance with accounting standards, and effective follow-up on receivables

Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and in a timely manner · Perform account reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate and up to date · Prepare and assist with journal entries, financial statements, and accounting reports as needed · Utilize accounting software (including Zoho Books) for data entry, reconciliation, and reporting · Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable internal controls (including SOX-related practices) · Contact customers with open receivables and perform consistent follow-up on past-due invoices until payment is received · Maintain and reconcile customer accounts, ensuring balances, credits, and payments are applied correctly · Research unapplied cash and credit memos to determine proper application or refund · Send customer invoices and statements of account · Pull and review daily payment details from bank portals · Maintain third-party invoicing and payment portals · Collaborate with internal team members to resolve discrepancies and improve accounting workflows · Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned Qualifications & Requirements Remote Work & Workspace Requirements · Ability to work in a fully remote environment · A private, quiet workspace suitable for handling confidential financial information and conducting professional phone calls · Reliable high-speed internet connection sufficient for cloud-based accounting systems and web portals · Ability to maintain focus, organization, and productivity while working independently Technical & Computer Skills · Basic to intermediate computer proficiency, including: o Use of a Windows 11 device that meets company security standards o Willingness to allow company-managed security settings on the device o Ability to work across multiple web-based systems and portals simultaneously o Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (data entry, basic formulas, sorting, filtering) · Experience using accounting software such as Zoho One / Zoho Books, QuickBooks, or SAP preferred Accounting Knowledge · Strong understanding of basic accounting and financial concepts, including: o Debits and credits o Double-entry bookkeeping o Account reconciliation and analysis · Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and collections · Ability to accurately analyze financial data and resolve discrepancies Communication & Professional Skills · Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English · Professional phone etiquette, particularly when handling collections and customer inquiries · Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills · Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external customers Education & Experience · Bachelor’s degree · 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, credit, or collections experience required · Prior experience with AP/AR processes strongly preferred