Accounting Clerk III

Accounting Clerk III

Quantum FBI ("Quantum") is a professional services firm that provides accounting and finance, as a service and business intelligence services to early-stage and middle-market companies. We leverage the power of people, processes, and technology to help our clients improve operating performance. If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to hear from you!

An Accounting Clerk III is responsible for overseeing and executing accounting and clerical functions to support financial operations. Duties may include processing invoices, reconciling accounts, entering transactions into accounting systems, and assisting with accounts payable/receivable/cash functions, preparing journal entries and maintaining accurate financial records. The role may also involve supporting payroll process, and includes reconciliations—such as loan balances and prepaid fixed assets, assisting in month-end and year-end close processes. The role also involves maintaining and updating detailed accounting schedules, including those related to fixed assets and prepaids. It requires a proactive approach to identifying discrepancies, recommending process improvements to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Quantum FBI is headquartered in New York; however, this position will be based remotely in Colombia.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3-5 years' experience in accounting
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills & basic knowledge of Power Query
• Proficient in accounting software such as QuickBooks and Intacct
• Basic understanding of U.S. GAAP, with a preferred understanding of IFRS
• Strong analytical skills
• Outstanding attention to detail
• English B2 Level
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage workload priorities, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met

Primary Responsibilities

• Advanced understanding of cash and accrual basis accounting
• Understand role based technology tools
• Ability to prepare, post and reconcile transactions for AR/AP, Cash, Expense reports, Payroll, Fixed Assets depreciation, and Prepaid amortization journal entries accurately and efficiently and performing self-reviews
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes
• Assist in basic financial reporting (aging reports, fixed assets and prepaid schedules) by compiling and reviewing data for accuracy and completeness
• Identify discrepancies and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies

Technical Skills

• Basic knowledge of accounting standards (e.g., GAAP & IFRS) and regulatory requirements.
• Expertise in preparing journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Experience in supporting and executing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP
• Basic knowledge of Power Query, macros and data analysis.
• Strong ability to manage, organize, and analyze large volumes of financial data.
• Familiarity with tools for improving accounting processes.
• Experienced in QuickBooks, Intacct or other AR and AP platforms (Bill.com, Ramp).

Soft Skills Clerk II attributes PLUS the following:

• Client Communication – Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective client interactions
• Client Service Orientation - Building trust and responsiveness with clients

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Indefinite contract
• Connectivity allowance
• Life insurance policy
• Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work
• Internal career growth opportunities within Quantum FBI

Quantum FBI is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and we celebrate diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate against any team member or applicant for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Quantum FBI also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws.