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About the job Senior Accountant

JOB DETAILS

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Remote

Reports To: Finance / Operations Leadership

Work Shift: Flexible with partial overlap during US business hours preferred

Working Hours: Part-Time; ~20–30 hours per week 


Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee accounting operations, support financial accuracy, and provide a stronger accounting perspective across the business.

This role is responsible for managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll oversight, reconciliations, month-end activities, and accounting process improvements. The position requires someone capable of identifying issues proactively, reviewing accounting workflows critically, and helping leadership maintain accurate financial information and controls.

The ideal candidate combines strong accounting fundamentals with practical business judgment and can serve as a trusted accounting resource for the organization.


Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations Oversight

  • Oversee AP, AR, payroll, and bookkeeping workflows

  • Review accounting transactions for accuracy and completeness

  • Identify accounting issues, discrepancies, and process gaps proactively

  • Ensure accounting records are maintained according to best practices


Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

  • Review vendor invoices, customer invoices, and payment activity

  • Monitor receivable balances and collections efforts

  • Assist with resolving complex billing or payment issues

  • Improve AP and AR workflows where appropriate


Payroll & Subcontractor Administration

  • Review payroll information and payment documentation

  • Ensure payroll processes are accurate and consistent

  • Support subcontractor payment tracking and reporting

  • Maintain payroll-related controls and documentation


Reconciliations & Month-End Support

  • Perform and review bank, credit card, and account reconciliations

  • Support month-end close activities

  • Review financial records for unusual activity or inconsistencies

  • Maintain supporting schedules and accounting documentation


Process Improvement & Financial Controls

  • Evaluate accounting workflows and identify opportunities for improvement

  • Help strengthen accounting procedures and documentation

  • Assist leadership in maintaining financial accuracy and operational visibility

  • Recommend process improvements to reduce errors and increase efficiency


Reporting Support

  • Assist with preparation of financial reports and schedules

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, or management reporting when needed

  • Provide insights into accounting trends, issues, and operational concerns


Qualifications

Required

  • 5+ years of accounting experience

  • Strong AP, AR, payroll, and bookkeeping experience

  • Experience performing account reconciliations and month-end activities

  • Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, or cash flow management

  • Experience managing accounting operations in small or mid-sized businesses

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial controls

  • Experience reviewing accounting processes and identifying discrepancies

  • Experience with QuickBooks, Sage, or similar accounting systems

  • Strong Excel and financial analysis skills

  • Ability to operate independently and exercise sound judgment

  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills


Preferred

  • Familiarity with US GAAP

  • Experience supporting construction, trades, or service-based businesses

  • Experience with Sage 300 CRE

  • Experience supporting external audits



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