Bookkeeper (QuickBooks)

## About the Role As a Bookkeeper with Hire Overseas, you will play a critical role in supporting the financial services and advisory business that serves small contractors across the United States. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records for clients, reconciling bank accounts and credit cards, and ensuring the chart of accounts is organized and consistent. This role is ideal for those who are detail-oriented, organized, and have a strong understanding of construction industry accounting principles.

Your work will directly impact the financial health and stability of small construction businesses, allowing them to focus on their core operations. You will be working closely with a team of professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality financial services, and there is a clear path for professional growth and development within the company.

The role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere, as long as you have a reliable internet connection. This setup allows for greater work-life balance and the opportunity to be more productive in a setting that works best for you.

## What You Will Do - Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for small contractor clients, including reconciliations and transaction categorization.

• Support job costing and project-level tracking for active construction projects, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Track retainage and assist with AIA billing documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Manage work-in-progress records, flagging any discrepancies to the senior accountant for review.
• Enter, categorize, and reconcile transactions inside QuickBooks Online, maintaining organized client files.
• Assist with the initial cleanup of disorganized or outdated client books, ensuring all files are audit-ready.
• Generate basic financial reports, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow summaries.
• Support the senior accountant with data preparation and document organization.
• Identify and flag issues or irregularities as they arise, rather than waiting for review.

## What We Are Looking For - Bookkeeping or accounting experience with a focus on or exposure to the construction industry.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online; QBO certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with job costing, retainage, and construction billing workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and an organized approach to managing multiple client files.
• Clear written and verbal English communication skills.
• Self-directed and reliable, with the ability to manage recurring tasks without close supervision.
• Experience working with small contractors or subcontractors under $5M in revenue is a plus.
• QBO ProAdvisor certification is highly valued.

## Nice to Have - Experience working with AIA billing or WIP schedule preparation.

• Background working under a CPA or senior accountant in a bookkeeping or advisory firm.
• Exposure to construction industry-specific software beyond QuickBooks.

## Benefits and Perks - Competitive salary paid in USD, with bi-monthly payments.

• Paid Time Off in accordance with company policy.
• Observance of Holidays per company guidelines.
• 100% remote setup for greater flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work inside a growing advisory practice with a clear path to take on more responsibility over time.
• Stable, recurring client work with room to grow as the practice scales.

- Ensure you have a strong understanding of QuickBooks Online and its application in the construction industry.

• Prepare to demonstrate your experience with job costing, retainage, and construction billing workflows during the application process.
• Highlight your ability to work independently and manage multiple client files with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Be ready to discuss how you stay organized and manage your time effectively in a remote work setup.
• Consider obtaining QBO ProAdvisor certification to stand out as a candidate.
• When applying, include a short, professional video introduction that showcases your communication skills and relevant experience.
• Be prepared to ask informed questions during the interview process about the company culture, role responsibilities, and opportunities for growth.