At On the Books we work with growing startups in the technology and life science industries, as well as professional services and non-profit organizations. Our team is growing, and we are looking for an accounting professional who has experience working simultaneously with multiple clients.
Interested? Keep reading to see if you’re what we’re looking for.
YOU ARE A PERSON WHO:
- Is well versed in GAAP accounting.
- Is a critical thinker and a problem solver.
- Exhibits high standards for excellence and attention to detail.
- Thrives in a fast paced environment and manages time well.
- Appreciates processes and insists on closing the loop on all tasks and projects.
- Loves technology and find that you can easily adopt new software, sharing your expertise with anyone who needs help.
- Has a sense of humor. You don’t have to be a standup comedian, but we do like to have fun!
- Is resourceful, honest, and has a growth mindset.
FIRST, LET’S DISCUSS THE CHALLENGES OF THIS JOB
- You must be able to manage your time well, and pivot when necessary. You’ll be pulled in several different directions by clients, so organization and prioritization are essential.
- You will need a dedicated work space where you can frequently be on camera. Working from home is not for everyone. If you struggle with time management, don’t have a dedicated work space at home, or you have other commitments that would prevent you from getting on a last minute call uninterrupted, this job is not for you.
- Your boss has high expectations for your performance and so will your clients. This job is best for someone who loves to “Wow” clients with their knowledge, skills and customer service.
NOW HERE’S THE GOOD STUFF
- Our office is virtual so you can wear whatever you want (as long as you’re not on Zoom), and skip rush hour traffic!
- Watching our clients succeed is hugely rewarding! Our clients are amazing! They value the foundation that we build for their businesses and trust us to lead them through the startup lifecycle.
- Our team is super friendly and is always willing to pitch in when needed!
- You will have a ton of autonomy and the opportunity to bring new ideas to the table. We have SOPs and training in place for our team, but we love when employees take initiative and bring something new to the team!
- You will be challenged! We are not an after the fact data entry kind of company. We provide custom solutions to our clients, so you will have the opportunity to build systems and processes that will grow with your clients.
YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU:
- Have worked in public accounting or for an outsourced accounting company where you have managed multiple clients at/near the controller level (i.e. have experience with the full cycle of accounting - A/R, A/P, monthly closes, accrual entries, reporting, payroll, sales tax, deferred revenue, etc…).
- You have experience supporting clients in the following industries: Technology, Life Science, Professional Services, and/or Non-Profits.
- Have solid GAAP knowledge and understand how to apply it.
- Have a solid understanding of financial reports and how to read them to tell a story.
- Have a minimum of a 2 year degree in accounting or a related business field - 4 year degree is preferred.
- Have above average Excel skills and are comfortable creating custom reports.
- Have at least 2 years of experience with QuickBooks Online (bonus points if you are a Certified ProAdvisor, and/or have Netsuite or Sage Intacct experience).
- Follow the application instructions.
- You live in the Eastern or Central time zones.
WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
- Maintaining the books for a variety of clients within defined timelines
- Providing guidance to the clients as they progress through the stages of the startup life-cycle
- Assist with creating and maintaining SOP resources for the team
- Becoming a subject matter expert in one of our preferred software applications to be a resource for the rest of the team
- Participating in virtual meetings on camera
WHAT WE OFFER
- This position is full time and you will have a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications. The salary range is $50-65k.
- 401k plan with matching and annual profit share
- Medical benefits - health/vision/dental
- Long term and short term disability
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Annual work anniversary bonuses
- Annual discretionary bonuses
APPLICATION DETAILS
If you’ve made it this far, and you feel like this job is exactly what you have been looking for, then we’d love to talk to you!
In this role, in addition to being a detail oriented person, you must follow systems and processes. In fact, just to prove that you are, when you apply for this position you must use the secret phrase in your cover letter- “I have found my dream job.” Yep, that’s our little trick to sort out the people who blanket send their resume to anyone and everyone, from the folks (that’s you) who are truly interested in this position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
We are looking to bring our new colleague on board as soon as possible, but we will spend the necessary time to find the best fit both in abilities and culturally. We will respond to candidates meeting our criteria with next steps.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable working in a remote setting?
- Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
- Do you have experience supporting clients in the following industries: Technology, Life Science, Professional Services, and/or Non-Profits.
- How many years experience do you have working simultaneously with multiple clients?
- Do you have experience with the full cycle of accounting? (A/R, A/P, monthly closes, accrual entries, reporting, payroll, sales tax, deferred revenue, etc…)
- Have you attached your resume AND cover letter? (Both are required to be considered, combine them into one PDF to upload if needed or email cover letter to info@onthebooks.com)
- What time zone do you live in?
- Is your Associate's or Bachelors' Degree in Accounting or a related business field?
Education:
Experience:
- Quickbooks Online: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote