Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support a growing accounting practice serving clients in the sports, entertainment, and media industries. This role has evolved from bookkeeping into a more accounting-focused position, with emphasis on tax preparation support, financial reporting, and budget preparation. You will work closely with the lead accountant to ensure accurate financial records, tax-ready documentation, and reliable financial insights across multiple client accounts. This is ideal for someone highly organized, analytical, and experienced in U.S. accounting processes.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST (20 hours/week)

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate financial records across multiple client accounts
• Process accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) transactions
• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations
• Prepare and organize financial data for tax filing and tax preparation support
• Assist in tax documentation preparation and coordination with the lead accountant
• Support budget preparation and financial tracking for client accounts
• Maintain accurate and structured bookkeeping entries using QuickBooks Online
• Prepare and issue client invoices and track outstanding receivables
• Ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards and internal reporting requirements
• Support payroll-related data entry and reconciliation as needed

Requirements

• Proven experience in accounting or advanced bookkeeping roles
• Strong experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO preferred)
• Knowledge of U.S. accounting standards and tax preparation processes
• Experience supporting or preparing tax documentation (individual or business)
• Experience in budget preparation and financial reporting
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Experience

• Background working with U.S.-based clients or accounting firms
• Experience in small-to-mid sized accounting practice environments
• Exposure to payroll processing and financial reporting cycles

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Note

Please click the Apply button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.