Bookkeeper

Description:

Accountant & Bookkeeper – US Accounting and Bookkeeping

QuickBooks Online | US Accounting & Bookkeeping Experience Required

Location: Lahore, Pakistan (On-site)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours: 8:00 PM – 5:00 AM Pakistan Time (Night Shift)

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years

Gender: Male and Female Candidates Welcome

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Accountant and Bookkeeper to join our team in Lahore, supporting a US-based accounting and CPA firm.

The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of practical experience in US accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting. Knowledge of US tax forms and basic tax preparation is ideal but not required.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing bookkeeping activities, preparing financial statements, and reviewing accounting work for accuracy and completeness.

This position requires a strong understanding of US accounting principles, hands-on experience with US accounting software, and the ability to communicate confidently with US-based clients and management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Bookkeeping & Accounting

• Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for US-based businesses and clients.
• Maintain accurate financial records using QuickBooks Online (QBO).
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP).
• Record income, expenses, journal entries, and other financial transactions.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in accounting records.
• Maintain general ledgers and prepare monthly financial statements.
• Handle bookkeeping cleanup and reconciliation of backlogged accounts.

2. Accounting Review & Quality Control

• Review bookkeeping records for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify errors, inconsistencies, and missing financial information.
• Review bookkeeping reports and supporting documents.
• Ensure figures reconcile with bookkeeping records and source documents.
• Follow established US accounting and bookkeeping procedures.
• Coordinate with senior accountants and the CPA to resolve accounting-related questions.

3. Financial Reporting & Client Communication

• Prepare Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow reports.
• Prepare AR Aging and AP Aging reports.
• Communicate professionally with US clients regarding accounting records and documents.
• Follow up on outstanding information and documentation.
• Provide regular updates to management regarding assigned accounts and deadlines.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional accounting and bookkeeping experience.
• Strong practical experience with US accounting and bookkeeping processes.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online.
• Ideal: knowledge of US tax forms (1040, 1120, 1120-S, and 1065) and basic tax preparation; this is primarily a bookkeeping role, so tax experience is not mandatory.
• Knowledge of US accounting principles.
• Experience reviewing financial records, reconciliations, and accounting work.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations, general ledgers, AR, and AP.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with US clients.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce (B.Com, M.Com, BBA, or equivalent).
• ACCA, CA, CMA, or CPA qualification or part-qualification will be an advantage.

Required Software Knowledge

Candidates should have practical working experience with:

• QuickBooks Online (QBO)
• Drake Tax Software (ideal; basic familiarity)
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• US accounting and documentation systems

Experience with ADP, TaxDome, or other US accounting platforms will be an advantage.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Preferably 30 years of age or above, with the maturity and professional judgment required for this position.
• At least 5 years of relevant hands-on accounting and bookkeeping experience.
• Previous experience working with US accounting firms, CPA offices, or US-based businesses.
• Strong understanding of US accounting processes, month-end workflows, and deadlines.
• Excellent English communication and professional telephone etiquette.
• Reliable, punctual, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working night shifts aligned with US business operations.
• Capable of taking ownership of assigned responsibilities and meeting deadlines.

What We Offer

• Full-time, long-term employment.
• Opportunity to work directly with a US-based accounting and CPA firm.
• Professional exposure to US accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.
• Opportunity to develop and strengthen US bookkeeping and accounting skills.
• A professional and collaborative working environment.
• Career growth based on performance and experience.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CV.

Please ensure your CV clearly mentions:

1. Total years of accounting and bookkeeping experience.
2. Years of experience working with US clients or accounting firms.
3. Experience with QuickBooks Online (Drake Tax or tax preparation knowledge is a plus).
4. Any knowledge of US tax forms or basic tax preparation (ideal, not required).
5. Current or most recent salary and expected salary.
6. Availability to work the night shift.

Important: Only candidates with a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience and practical knowledge of US accounting and bookkeeping will be considered.

We welcome applications from both male and female candidates.