Bookkeeper

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Bookkeeper based in India.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to support daily financial operations in a fully remote environment. In this role, you will maintain accurate financial records, manage transaction processing, oversee accounts payable and receivable, and perform regular bank reconciliations. You will also contribute to financial reporting, expense tracking, and compliance documentation to ensure financial data remains organized and up to date. Working closely with a finance team operating across time zones, you will help maintain efficient accounting processes and support informed business decisions. This opportunity is ideal for someone who takes ownership of financial accuracy, works independently, and communicates proactively.

Accountabilities

As a Bookkeeper, you will manage essential accounting activities and ensure that financial information is accurate, complete, and properly documented. Your responsibilities will include:

• Transaction recording and general ledger management: Record daily financial transactions, maintain an organized general ledger, assign transactions to the correct accounts, and review entries for accuracy.

• Accounts payable and receivable: Process incoming and outgoing payments, track outstanding invoices, follow up on overdue balances, and maintain accurate payment records.

• Bank and account reconciliation: Reconcile bank accounts and credit lines regularly, investigate discrepancies, and ensure that account balances match supporting documentation.

• Financial reporting: Prepare monthly and periodic financial summaries, including balance sheets and profit-and-loss statements, to support financial monitoring and business decisions.

• Expense tracking: Categorize and record business expenses, monitor unusual transactions, and flag inconsistencies for further review.

• Compliance and documentation: Maintain complete, organized, and audit-ready financial records, and prepare supporting documents for audits, tax filings, and compliance activities.

• Finance team support: Follow established accounting procedures, meet reporting deadlines, communicate potential issues, and assist with additional bookkeeping tasks as needed.

Requirements

The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in bookkeeping and accounting principles, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage financial responsibilities independently. The following qualifications are required:

• Proven experience in bookkeeping or a related accounting position.

• Strong understanding of double-entry accounting, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

• Knowledge of basic financial reporting, including balance sheets and profit-and-loss statements.

• Proficiency with at least one accounting platform, such as QuickBooks, Xero, Tally, or an equivalent tool.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for financial reporting and data management.

• High attention to detail and a methodical approach to data entry and financial record-keeping.

• Ability to identify discrepancies, investigate inconsistencies, and maintain accurate records with minimal errors.

• Professional written English communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and coordinate effectively with finance teams across different time zones.

• Strong organization, reliability, accountability, and proactive communication skills.

• Ability to follow established processes consistently and meet reporting deadlines.

Benefits

• Full-time employment.

• Fully remote working arrangement.

• Working hours aligned with U.S. business hours.

• Opportunity to work with an international finance team.

• Exposure to a variety of bookkeeping and financial reporting activities.

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