Senior Accountant - Remote Role
BrighterHire
- Philippines
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conduct In-Depth Financial Reviews
- Review client financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with GAAP prior to client delivery.
- Verify accuracy of all reconciliations, journal entries, payroll allocations, accruals, and adjustments.
- Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting treatment for transactions in both accrual and cash basis reporting.
- Perform Detailed Transaction & Account Analysis
- Review general ledger transactions for proper classification and accuracy.
- Ensure reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts are complete, accurate, and properly supported.
- Confirm payroll splits and allocations are correct and consistent with client reporting needs.
- Identify and Resolve Issues
- Detect discrepancies, inconsistencies, or missing information in financials.
- Communicate review notes clearly and professionally to team members responsible for corrections.
- Follow up on review adjustments to ensure all changes are implemented accurately.
- Maintain High Quality Standards
- Uphold company policies, accounting best practices, and client-specific requirements in all reviews.
- Consistently meet deadlines without sacrificing thoroughness or accuracy.
- Maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and professional integrity.
- Experience:
- Minimum 5+ years in a senior accounting role, with at least 2 years of involvement in financial review prior to client delivery.
- Must have direct, hands-on QuickBooks Online (QBO) experience.
- Technical Expertise:
- Strong, comprehensive knowledge of GAAP accounting principles.
- Proven ability to work confidently in both accrual and cash basis accounting environments.
- Skilled in evaluating complex accounting entries, including accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, depreciation, and payroll allocations.
- Technology Skills:
- Advanced Excel skills and ability to analyze and manipulate large datasets.
- Tech-savvy and comfortable learning and using new software quickly.
- Professional References: Strong reference checks demonstrating high performance, accuracy, and reliability in prior review roles.
- Previous experience in a remote accounting environment.
- Exposure to multiple industries and client types.
- Advanced understanding of complex reconciliations, multi-entity consolidations, and intercompany transactions.
- Thrives on accuracy and detail.
- Can jump into complex client files with minimal onboarding.
- Enjoys deep, independent work rather than managing a team.
- Takes pride in delivering flawless financials to clients.
- Type: Full-time, remote
- Schedule: 9pm-6am PHT
- Collaboration: Works closely with bookkeepers and accountants to address review notes; communicates primarily via email, Slack, and virtual meetings
- $1,900 – $3,500 USD/month based on experience
- Competitive salary structure with growth potential
- Paid time off, benefits package, and remote work flexibility with tenure
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your financial review experience, GAAP expertise, QBO proficiency, and technology skills. Strong references will be required for final candidates.