Lead Bookkeeper - Freelance Remote

Department: Support & Leadership

Location: Global+

Compensation: $10.00 / hour

Description

About the Client
Our client is an established private equity and real estate development firm headquartered in the Southeastern United States. They manage a diversified portfolio spanning retail operations, self-storage, office spaces, fitness and wellness concepts, fast casual dining, and multifamily projects. The team pairs capital with operational expertise to support entrepreneurs while creating lasting community-focused assets.

Why does this role exist?
This role exists to lead full-cycle accounting across multiple entities, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financials as the company scales its diversified portfolio. The Lead Bookkeeper will standardize processes, drive month-end close discipline, and produce reliable reporting that informs decision-making and cash flow management. They will also supervise a team of bookkeepers, strengthen controls, and support audits, tax, and year-end requirements.

The Impact you’ll make

Full-Cycle Accounting and GL Control

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts across multiple entities
• Manage journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
• Perform timely bank reconciliations and oversee cash flow management
• Execute a disciplined month/quarter/year-end close

AP/AR Oversight

• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Monitor aging, drive collections and payment runs, and resolve discrepancies
• Enhance vendor and customer management processes for accuracy and timeliness

Payroll and Compliance

• Process four payrolls in compliance with tax regulations and company policies
• Coordinate payroll-related filings and ensure on-time, error-free execution
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and company information

Financial Reporting, Budgeting, and Forecasting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Monitor budget performance, analyze variances, and assist with forecasting
• Support cash flow projections and management dashboards

Leadership, Audit, and Year-End Support

• Supervise and mentor a team of three bookkeepers; allocate workload and review output
• Liaise with auditors, accountants, and regulatory authorities
• Assist with tax packets and preparation of year-end financial statements
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required:

• 3–5 years of bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Proficiency in QuickBooks (Online or Desktop), including multi-entity workflows
• Demonstrated supervisory or team lead experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance preferred
• WFH Set-Up:
  • Computer with at least 8GB RAM, an Intel i5 core processor/AMD Ryzen 5 Processor and up.
  • Internet speed of at least 40MBPS
  • Headset with an extended mic that has noise cancellation and a webcam
  • Back-up computer and internet connection
  • Quiet, dedicated workspace at home

Your Superpowers:

• Technical: QuickBooks mastery; strong understanding of GAAP; AP/AR, payroll, and bank reconciliation expertise; advanced Excel/Google Sheets
• Operational: Multi-entity accounting, month-end close, cash flow management, and report preparation
• Leadership: Team supervision, workload prioritization, and quality review
• Personal: High accuracy, timeliness, consistency, and unwavering confidentiality; resourceful, proactive, and detail-oriented communicator

You should apply if…

• You take ownership of the numbers and thrive on building reliable, repeatable processes
• You enjoy leading a small team and coaching others to high standards
• You can balance speed with accuracy and communicate clearly with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• You’re comfortable working US Eastern hours and stepping up during close, audits, and year-end

What to expect...


Work Setup:

• Remote position
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace
• Required to provide own computer with Intel Core i5 or something similar or higher operating system

Working Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time
• 40 hours per week

Compensation:

• $10 per hour
• No benefits package included
  
  

Benefits

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