Remote Accounting Specialist (Hybrid Remote)

This position allows for 3 days per week remote / work from home.

Salary: $80,000 -100,000/year

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support the day-to-day accounting operations of our growing small business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and has strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, supporting month-end close, and assisting leadership with financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable as needed.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation tracking.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial reports, variance analyses, and supporting schedules.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Maintain organized accounting documentation and audit-ready files.
• Excel-Based Analysis & Data Management
• Create and maintain advanced Excel workbooks for reporting and analysis.
• Use pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, and other formulas to analyze large datasets.
• Develop automated templates and spreadsheets to improve reporting efficiency.
• Clean, organize, and reconcile exported data from accounting or ERP systems.
• Assist with audit preparation and external CPA requests.
• Support tax filings and regulatory reporting as directed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and workflow efficiencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience (public or industry).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, nested formulas, data validation).
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and reconciliations.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small-company environment.

$80,000 - $100,000 a year