Remote Accountant (Government Contracting) at Supporting Strategies

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Government ContractingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
  • 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience (e.g., accounts payable, accounts receivable, closing books monthly, and preparing financial reporting and analysis)
  • 5+ years of experience working within Government Contracting
  • Capacity and commitment to work during business hours (8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST, CST, MST, or PST)
  • Part-time availability (25-30 hours per week)
  • Confidence in learning and embracing new technology

Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional accounting and operational service to clients
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of professional accounting and bookkeeping practices
  • Support client onboarding process for all assigned client engagements in accordance with defined process
  • Execute processes related to accounts payable and accounts receivable management, bookkeeping entries, closing the books monthly, and preparing financial reporting and analysis
  • Collaborate with manager and team to ensure clients are delighted through timely and effective communication
  • Manage day-to-day relationships with clients while performing within established processes and budget parameters
  • Identify and recommend areas where Supporting Strategies may provide additional services or tools to drive client value and efficiency
  • Participate in recurring team and one-on-one video check-in meetings
  • Embrace coaching and feedback from manager and implement changes to meet team and client goals
  • Work directly with clients, discover and implement software, manage and document internal workflow, and provide guidance to clients

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AccountingBookkeepingFull-Cycle AccountingCloud-Based PlatformsSoftware ImplementationWorkflow ManagementClient Service

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position?

Yes, this is a fully remote, work-from-home position allowing you to work from the comfort of your own home office.

What are the working hours for this role?

The role is part-time, 25-30 hours a week, during traditional daytime business hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm in EST, CST, MST, or PST time zones.

What accounting skills are required for this position?

The role requires a thorough understanding of professional accounting and bookkeeping practices, including accounts payable and receivable management, bookkeeping entries, monthly book closing, and preparing financial reporting and analysis.

What is the company culture like at Supporting Strategies?

The company emphasizes client delight, exceptional service, building great client relationships, timely communication, and a passion for empowering business owners, with a network community of over 800 employees nationwide focused on work-life balance.

What makes a strong candidate for this accountant role?

Strong candidates are experienced accounting professionals who embrace new technology, provide exceptional client service, enjoy part-time remote work for optimal work-life balance, and thrive in supporting multiple clients without a draining tax season.

Supporting Strategies

Outsourced bookkeeping and operational support services

About Supporting Strategies

Supporting Strategies provides outsourced bookkeeping and operational support services specifically designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Their services include managing accounts receivable and payable, invoicing, collections, payroll administration, and financial reporting. By assigning financial professionals tailored to each client's needs, they ensure personalized service. Operating on a virtual model, their U.S.-based team delivers consistent and high-quality support while keeping costs manageable. Unlike competitors, Supporting Strategies focuses on providing comprehensive financial expertise without the overhead of an in-house team. Their goal is to enhance their clients' financial management, improve cash flow, and allow business owners to concentrate on growth.

West Hollywood, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2004Year Founded
$291.8KTotal Funding
ANGELCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Performance Bonus
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Competition from AI-driven bookkeeping solutions offering lower-cost automated services.
DIY accounting software like QuickBooks reduces demand for outsourced services.
Economic downturns may lead to budget cuts in outsourced bookkeeping services.

Differentiation

Offers tailored financial operations support based on client needs and work volume.
Operates on a virtual service model, providing remote yet U.S.-based support.
Focuses on comprehensive financial expertise at an affordable price.

Upsides

Growing demand for virtual bookkeeping as remote work normalizes post-pandemic.
Rising interest in fintech solutions enhances efficiency in bookkeeping services.
Expansion of e-commerce businesses increases need for robust financial management.

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