Thank you for your interest in our Senior Bookkeeper position.

Modern Balance is a growing bookkeeping firm that primarily works with interior designers and other creative businesses. Our company values efficiency, accuracy, and dedication. We offer a supportive work environment and the chance to make a difference in our clients’ lives by prioritizing excellence and client satisfaction.

We’re looking to hire a Senior Bookkeeper. This is a full-time remote position, and we want a superstar ⭐ who will be with us long-term.

⬇️Please read the full job description before completing the application below. ⬇️

Position Summary

As a Senior Bookkeeper, you’ll be the main point of contact for multiple client engagements. You’ll be responsible for keeping the books current while ensuring accuracy and efficiency, closing out the books on a timely basis, preparing and reviewing financial statements, and maintaining professional communication with clients, vendors, and other team members. Additionally, you’ll assist with client onboarding, cleanup work, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.

Responsibilities & Duties

  • Accounting:

    • Utilize QuickBooks Online to manage financial records – categorize, record, reconcile, troubleshoot, correct, etc.

    • Review and code receipts, invoices, and bills

    • Perform month-end close procedures

    • Perform advanced bookkeeping tasks, including complex reconciliations, payroll, accruals, intercompany transactions, journal entries, etc.

    • Advanced sales tax compliance, reporting, and reconciliations

    • Complex cleanup projects

    • Financial statement analysis

  • Process Improvement:

    • Create SOPs (standard operating procedures) to document bookkeeping procedures, guidelines, and best practices for future reference and training purposes

    • Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to streamline workflows, reduce errors, and optimize productivity

  • Client Management:

    • Establish and nurture relationships with clients

    • Request documentation and information and ensure consistent follow-up to obtain necessary information

    • Keep accurate records and information about each client

    • Client onboarding and offboarding

    • Email, phone, and portal communications with clients

    • Zoom meetings with clients to review financial statements, answer questions, solve problems, and empower them to make well-informed decisions

    • Maintain data security and confidentiality in all activities

Non-Negotiable Requirements

  • At least three (3) years of experience in senior bookkeeping or accounting roles – public accounting experience preferred

  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices

  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online – ProAdvisor certification is a plus

  • Tech savviness and the ability to quickly adapt to software and tech tools

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Meticulous attention to detail – We’ll only be giving interviews to applicants who answer the secret question in the Additional Comments section of the application: “What superpower do you have that makes you ideal for this position?”

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Professional, yet fun, and positive attitude

  • Kickass organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively

  • Dedication and motivation – the ability to work independently to get things done on time

  • Must submit to a background check (and have no prior history of financial-related crimes)

  • Must be located in the United States – Absolutely NO exceptions!

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field

  • Experience in a remote work environment

  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365

  • Experience working with interior designers is a MAJOR BONUS and will put you lightyears ahead of the rest of the candidates

  • Experience with payroll setup and processing

  • Experience with accounts receivable and accounts payable

  • Experience with sales tax calculations and filings

  • Located in Eastern or Central time zones preferred

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive pay based on experience:  $20-25/hour

  • Flexible work schedule

  • Paid holidays

  • Paid time off

  • Paid training and continuing education

  • Opportunity for growth and advancement

  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

Think you’d be a good fit? We’d love to hear from you!

👇Fill out the application below and we’ll be in touch. 👇