VirtuHire
via Workable
Senior Bookkeeper (US Clients)
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 8h ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 106d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-06-01). Last seen at its source just now.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
Their board carries a remote setting on this posting — a field they filled in, not wording we read. The location field names somewhere specific, which is usually where the team or the entity sits.
Who may apply?
South Africa
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Pay not stated
Similar roles pay $42.6k–100.5k/yr
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workable employer's own board first seen 10d ago · last seen just now
The listing
About the Opportunity
A growing US-based bookkeeping, tax, and professional accounting services business is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join its remote team. Following a recent expansion of its client portfolio, the business requires a highly skilled bookkeeping professional to manage an increased workload across multiple industries within the United States market.
This is a senior-level position requiring a technically strong bookkeeper who can independently manage full-cycle bookkeeping functions while maintaining exceptional accuracy and compliance standards. The successful candidate will work closely with a US-based leadership team and support a diverse portfolio of clients across various sectors.
Role Overview
The Senior Bookkeeper will take ownership of full-cycle bookkeeping responsibilities for multiple US-based clients. The role requires extensive experience with QuickBooks Online, strong reconciliation capabilities, payroll-related bookkeeping knowledge, and a solid understanding of US bookkeeping practices.
This is not a data-entry role. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex bookkeeping functions, analysing financial information, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring books are maintained to a high professional standard.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple US-based clients across various industries.
• Maintain accurate financial records within QuickBooks Online.
• Perform bank, credit card, loan, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Reconcile assets, liabilities, mortgages, and undeposited funds.
• Prepare and maintain profit and loss statements and balance sheet reports.
• Process and reconcile payroll-related transactions and journals.
• Review and analyse financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Work with multiple point-of-sale systems and reconcile sales reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end bookkeeping processes.
• Maintain organised documentation and audit-ready financial records.
• Communicate professionally with internal stakeholders regarding bookkeeping matters.
Minimum Requirements
• QuickBooks Online Certification.
• Minimum 5 years of full-time bookkeeping experience.
• At least 3 years of recent, hands-on QuickBooks Online experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting US-based clients.
• Strong understanding of US bookkeeping principles and financial processes.
• Experience performing advanced balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, loans, assets, liabilities, and undeposited funds.
• Experience with payroll journals and payroll-related bookkeeping functions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Professional communication skills.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection and dedicated home office environment.
• Minimum dual-screen setup.
Highly Advantageous Experience
• Exposure to US tax environments and bookkeeping requirements.
• California sales tax experience.
• Industry experience within:
- Construction
- Real Estate
- Restaurants
- Retail
- Wholesale
- Entertainment
• Experience working US Pacific Time hours.
• Familiarity with AI tools to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Experience working with multiple POS systems.
Systems & Tools
• QuickBooks Online
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
• Multiple POS Systems
• Payroll and Payroll Journal Systems
Working Hours
• Full-time remote position.
• Aligned to US Pacific Time working hours.
• Candidates must be comfortable working a consistent US schedule.
Benefits
Application Requirements
Please provide:
• Updated CV detailing bookkeeping experience and industries supported.
• Confirmation of QuickBooks Online Certification.
• Details of years of QuickBooks Online experience.
• Confirmation of US bookkeeping experience.
• Details of home office setup, including number of screens and internet reliability.
• Confirmation of willingness to work US Pacific Time hours.
• Introduction video outlining bookkeeping experience and communication style.
Compensation
• Competitive salary based on experience, certification level, and US bookkeeping expertise.
• Long-term remote opportunity with a growing professional accounting services business.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of US-based clients.
• Opportunity to work within a stable and expanding international team.