Job Description

Position : Bookkeeper
Work Hours (Client) : Flexible hours, might need some overlap in EST between 8am-4pm
Pay Range : $1500 - $2000 USD/month (varies based on skill set and experience level)
Location of Search : South Africa, Philippines, Latin America, or Any Region
Work Location : REMOTE
Type of Contract : Independent Contractor
Company/Client Overview:
A growing real estate investment and construction company based in Los Angeles, with multiple active business entities including real estate, veterinary, and electrical contracting. As the company expands, we're looking for a skilled and analytical Bookkeeper to help oversee financials across all entities and support strategic decision-making.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Bookkeeper will manage the day-to-day accounting for several business entities under the company. This role goes beyond basic data entry -- we're looking for someone who can interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support business growth. Over time, this position may evolve into a more strategic finance role.
Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping across multiple business entities (real estate, construction/electrical, veterinary practice, etc.).

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations in QuickBooks.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, cash flow, balance sheets).
• Perform cost and profitability analysis for materials, labor, and project-based expenses.
• Provide monthly financial insights and recommendations to improve margins and reduce costs.
• Prepare documentation and reports for external accountants during tax season.
• Develop systems and processes to streamline transaction categorization and financial tracking.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify automation or AI tools that improve financial efficiency.

Minimum Requirements:
Language requirement: Excellent English Communication Skills
Education: Bachelor's Degree (ideally)
Experience: 3+ years of related experience
Industry: construction, real estate, or service-based businesses preferred

• 3+ years of bookkeeping experience for U.S.-based companies.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online (multi-entity experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of financial statements, cash flow, and cost analysis.
• Prior experience working with construction, real estate, or service-based businesses preferred.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong English communication skills; ability to explain financial concepts clearly.
• Experience working remotely and managing multiple company accounts simultaneously.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience providing strategic insights or assisting with financial forecasting.
• Familiarity with U.S. accounting standards and tax document preparation.
• Interest in process improvement or use of AI tools for data tracking and analysis.

Skills Required