QuickBooks Accountant

Join to apply for the QuickBooks Accountant (Work From Home) role at Persona Persona is the company top startups use to hire people from all around the world. Our vision is a future where each person can find the best role for them and companies can discover the world’s best talent. Founded by two Stanford University graduates, Persona works with the world’s fastest-growing technology startups. Our clients are funded by some of the world’s top investors, like Founders Fund, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz. Persona is a talent agency that recruits, trains, and staffs talented remote professionals such as yourself. This is an opportunity to work closely with the future Googles, Facebooks, and Amazons of the world—building out their organizations and helping them reach the next level of success. We support everyone we hire with training, mentoring, and technology resources so they are enabled to do their best and are as happy as possible in their roles. We have a large international team dedicated to supporting and taking care of new Persona team members, and our goal is to provide excellent long-term career opportunities for everyone who joins the team. What we’re looking for: We are hiring experienced accountants with expertise in QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting software. The ideal candidate will manage accounts payable, general ledger, and financial reporting, while also assisting with tax compliance and cash flow projections. A CPA designation and experience in US GAAP are highly preferred. Responsibilities—what you'll do: Oversee accounts payable activities and maintain the general ledger to ensure accurate and timely financial records. Establish and implement standardized financial workflows, processes, and internal controls to enhance accuracy and compliance. Contribute to month‑end closing activities, including account reconciliations and preparation of financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders. Provide detailed budget‑to‑actual analyses and collaborate with stakeholders to address discrepancies. Perform monthly reconciliations and in‑depth reviews of balance sheet and income statement accounts. Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts to support financial planning and decision‑making. Supervise revenue and expense processes, ensuring the integrity of financial data. Ensure adherence to US GAAP standards in all accounting practices. Assist in meeting tax obligations by preparing records for quarterly and annual tax filings and coordinating with tax professionals. Collaborate with the finance team to reconcile transactions and track financial performance metrics on a regular basis. Requirements: Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting software. Knowledge of US GAAP is essential; CPA certification is a plus. Experience in managing end‑to‑end accounting activities and financial reporting. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a remote setup. Experience in tax compliance and preparation is a strong advantage. Fully fluent in English. Ability to work U.S. business hours (Pacific Time, Central Time, or Eastern Time). This position is for serious, career‑oriented candidates. Other qualities we look for: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. An ability to solve complex problems with minimal guidance. Intellectual curiosity and resourcefulness. Professionalism. What we offer: Best salaries in the industry. Permanent ability to work from anywhere in the world. Opportunities for growth and advancement. A fast‑paced and collaborative environment. Warm and friendly company culture. Full benefits. Benefits at Persona: Health insurance. Unlimited paid time off (paid sick and vacation leaves). Annual bonuses based on performance. Monthly tech allowance. Opportunity to be paid in your currency of choice. This is a full‑time and long‑term role, dedicated exclusively to serving one of our clients. We are looking for individuals who are ready to fully commit their time and energy to one company and grow and develop along with that company. All roles at Persona are 100% work‑from‑anywhere (work from home or wherever it suits you best). If this is your first time working for a U.S. company, that’s okay; we provide guidance and assistance getting set up as a remote professional. Once hired, we will carefully match you to a client company of ours that perfectly suits your career background, skills, and goals. In case you or any exceptional people you know are exploring other roles, our rapidly growing company is also looking for new team members with backgrounds in administration, bookkeeping, accounting, finance, project management, operations, recruiting, human resources, content writing, social media management, research, executive assistance, customer service, customer support, technical support, data management, video editing, sales, account management, marketing, and design. Visit our website for more information: Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Administrative, Customer Service, and Accounting/Auditing Industries IT Services, IT Consulting, Staffing and Recruiting #J-18808-Ljbffr