Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, with a 1-hour unpaid break

Job Overview:

We are seeking an exceptionally motivated, reliable, and hands-on Senior Accountant wit deep expertise in Quickbooks Online . This role is critical to the accuracy and efficiency of our financial operations, requiring ownership of the entire accounting lifecycle, from initial transaction categorization through month-end closing. The ideal candidate is highly self-sufficient, responsive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-Cycle Accounting Ownership: Independently manage and execute the entire bookkeeping process, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Accounts Payable (AP) Management: Own the full AP cycle, including accurately entering vendor bills, managing documentation, and ensuring timely payment processing.
• Client Approval Workflow: Establish and manage efficient workflows for obtaining necessary approvals from clients or management prior to bill payment and execution of major transactions.
• Payroll Administration: Oversee and run the company payroll process accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with all relevant tax and labor regulations.
• Transaction Processing: Categorize, verify, and process all financial transactions, including proper cost categorization relevant to construction projects (e.g., job costing) and SaaS-specific revenue recognition.
• Month-End Close: Execute a timely and efficient month-end closing process, including preparation and entry of all necessary Adjusting Journal Entries (AJEs).
• Reconciliation: Perform daily/weekly reconciliation of all bank accounts and credit card accounts with meticulous attention to detail.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Assist in preparing internal financial statements and provide insightful analysis on performance metrics (e.g., WIP, deferred revenue, COGS, etc.).
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant accounting principles (GAAP) and regulatory requirements, especially those related to construction contracts (ASC 606/340) and SaaS revenue (ASC 606).

Certification:

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred but not required.

Qualifications:

Professional Credentials

Experience:15–20 years of experience and extensive use of QuickBooks Online

Industry & Technical Expertise

• Dual-Industry Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of accounting principles in Construction, Rental, and SaaS environments.
• Construction: Strong understanding of job costing, percentage-of-completion method, and managing Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
• SaaS: Practical experience with subscription revenue recognition (ASC 606/deferred revenue), SaaS COGS, and capitalization of internal-use software development costs.

Essential Skills & Work Ethic

• Autonomy & Ownership: Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be highly proactive, dependable, and results-driven.
• Problem-Solving & Research: Resourceful and analytical. Should prioritize self-research and resolution before escalation.
• Communication: Excellent professional English communication skills—written and verbal—for clear and timely correspondence via email, chat, etc.
• Adaptability & Growth Mindset: Eager to learn, embrace new challenges, and go beyond expectations. Must be excited about new workflows, automation tools, and AI technologies to enhance efficiency.

Software Proficiencies

• QuickBooks Online

Financial/Reporting:

• Microsoft Excel – Expert level, including advanced formulas, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex data analysis
• Construction/Job Costing:
• Specialized software like Procore, Sage 100 Contractor, or equivalent – Strong proficiency
• SaaS/Billing:
• Platforms such as Melio, Bill.com, Ramp, etc.