Senior Bookkeeper

Company Overview A well-established US-based bookkeeping and tax practice servicing a diverse client base across multiple industries, primarily within California. The business provides professional accounting, bookkeeping and tax support services to small and medium-sized businesses and is currently expanding following the acquisition of an additional client portfolio. The environment is fast-paced, service-driven and highly detail-oriented, requiring strong technical bookkeeping capability and the ability to manage multiple client accounts independently. Role Summary An experienced Senior Bookkeeper is required to manage full-cycle bookkeeping functions across a portfolio of US-based clients. The successful candidate will work primarily within QuickBooks Online and will be responsible for reconciliations, financial reporting support, payroll-related bookkeeping functions and maintaining accurate financial records to US standards. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle bookkeeping across multiple client accounts Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping systems Perform bank, credit card and loan reconciliations Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and profit & loss reporting Reconcile undeposited funds and gross up sales reports from net deposits Work with multiple POS systems and financial data sources Support payroll journal reconciliation and payroll-related bookkeeping functions Liaise with clients professionally regarding bookkeeping matters Maintain bookkeeping accuracy in line with US accounting standards Assist with month-end and year-end bookkeeping processes Utilise AI and automation tools effectively to improve efficiency while maintaining accuracy Requirements QuickBooks Online Certified Minimum 5 years of full-time bookkeeping experience Strong US bookkeeping and US data-capture experience Experience servicing multiple industries Advanced QuickBooks Online proficiency with recent hands‑on usage Strong understanding of balance sheet reconciliations Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, assets, liabilities and loan reconciliations Experience with payroll journals and payroll reconciliation processes Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong understanding of financial reporting and bookkeeping best practices Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Strong communication and organisational skills Reliable high‑speed internet connection and professional home‑office setup Minimum dual‑screen setup with dedicated workspace Willingness to work US Pacific working hours on a permanent basis Highly Advantageous California sales tax exposure Experience across construction, real estate, restaurants, retail, wholesale or entertainment industries Exposure to US corporate tax environments Experience working with multiple POS systems Strong AI literacy and workflow optimisation skills Technical Skills QuickBooks Online Microsoft Excel US Payroll Workflows Financial Reconciliation POS System Integration Bookkeeping Reporting Financial Data Management Ideal Candidate Profile Senior-level bookkeeper with strong technical capability Highly detail-oriented and accurate Able to manage workload independently with minimal supervision Comfortable working within a fast-paced US client environment Professional, reliable and service-oriented Strong problem-solving and organisational skills Comfortable communicating directly with clients and stakeholders Remote working environment Competitive salary package Long-term opportunity with a growing US-based accounting practice Exposure to a diverse US client portfolio #J-18808-Ljbffr VirtuHire