Job Description
We are looking for an Accountant to support a portfolio of client accounts for a bookkeeping and outsourced accounting firm in Memphis, Tennessee. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage core accounting activities independently, review financial data for accuracy, and keep multiple sets of books current and organized. The person in this role will contribute to weekly close activities, maintain clean account structures, and help ensure each client's financial records are complete and reliable.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting work for a group of approximately five to six client accounts, ensuring financial records remain accurate and up to date.
- Review chart of accounts activity to confirm transactions are posted appropriately and identify inconsistencies that require correction.
- Complete recurring weekly mini-close procedures for assigned clients to support timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Prepare and record journal entries, maintain the general ledger, and verify that account balances are properly supported.
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations, researching discrepancies and resolving outstanding items promptly.
- Track and account for prepaid expenses and deferred revenue to ensure balances are recognized correctly.
- Analyze balance sheet accounts and investigate unusual variances or errors before finalizing the books.
- Use QuickBooks Online to manage accounting records, process updates, and maintain organized client financial data.
Requirements:
Must have:
- 3-5 years of accounting experience in a staff accountant or similar role.
- QuickBooks Online experience
- Excel - pivots & VLOOKUP's
- 100% remote
- Part time hours: 20 hours /week * flexible on when
- Temp: Duration - May - October 2026
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