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They are hiring one accountant to own the accounting function end to end: the daily transaction work, the monthly close, the receivables, the construction-specific reporting, and the compliance filings that come with working on public and commercial projects.\nThis is not a dataentry seat, and it is not a piece of a larger accounting team. You are the person who makes sure the books are right, the statements go out on the first, retainage is tracked across every live project, and the certified payroll and project reports are filed accurately and on time. The owner will read the reports you produce and make decisions from them.\nIt also takes a particular kind of person. Alongside the technical work, you will occasionally pick up the phone and speak with a customer about an overdue balance-these are existing relationships, so the conversation has to collect the money and keep the relationship intact. If you are precise with numbers and warm with people, this role was written for you.\nKey Responsibilities\nBank Reconciliation & Transaction Management\nImport and categorize weekly transactions from credit cards and bank accounts in QuickBooks\nPerform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure all accounts are accurate and balanced.\nRecord adjusting journal entries for prepayment accounts, including insurance, vehicle payments, and other recurring items\nRecord checks received in QuickBooks accurately and in a timely manner \nMonth-End Close\nPrepare month-end financial reports, including profit and loss statements and balance sheets\nEnsure all accounts are reconciled and entries are complete before month-end close.\nSupport the team with month-end reporting needs as directed \nAccounts Receivable & Collections\nManage accounts receivable-tracking outstanding invoices, monitoring aging, and ensuring timely collection\nSend monthly statements to clients on the first of each month\nHandle collections correspondence via email and phone, following up professionally and persistently on overdue balances\nOccasionally make direct outbound calls to clients on unpaid invoices-a warm, personable phone manner matters, because these are existing client relationships\nParticipate in monthly collections and retainage meetings\nProcess and verify lien waivers once received from customers, confirming balances and verifying correct amounts for requisitions being released \nRetainage Management\nTrack and manage retainage across active projects with a solid understanding of retainage concepts and timelines\nEnsure retainage amounts are accurately recorded and released appropriately in accordance with project terms.\nParticipate in monthly retainage meetings and provide accurate reporting on retainage status \nAccounts Payable & Vendor Management\nMaintain vendor accounts and ensure all vendor information is current and accurate.\nFile vendor bills into the company document management system and record them in QuickBooks\nProcess ACH forms and manage vendor payment workflows\nPrepare and submit credit applications for new vendors as needed \nCertified Payroll & Payroll Reporting\nPrepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with applicable requirements\nApply a working understanding of payroll taxes for reporting purposes\nAssist with payroll-related reporting as directed \nMonthly Project Reporting\nPrepare monthly project reports, including the monthly workforce and employment utilization reports and other required construction project documentation\nEnsure all project-level reporting is accurate, complete, and submitted on time \nInsurance Audits & Compliance\nAssist with annual insurance audits, including workers' compensation and general liability\nOrganize and prepare supporting documentation required for audit compliance\nMaintain accurate records throughout the year to simplify the annual audit process \nBilling & Administrative Support\nAssist the office admin team with billing overflow as needed\nSupport general accounting and administrative tasks as priorities evolve\nRequirements\nRequired Qualifications\nExtensive QuickBooks experience-this is the primary accounting platform, and proficiency is non-negotiable\nStrong understanding of full-cycle accounting, including AR, AP, bank reconciliations, and month-end close\nKnowledge of retainage-how it is tracked, applied, and released in a construction context\nPersonable and professional communication style, comfortable making occasional outbound calls to clients about outstanding balances in a way that maintains the relationship\nStrong attention to detail and accuracy-lien waivers, certified payroll, and project reports require precision\nOrganized and able to manage multiple recurring deadlines simultaneously\nProficient in Adobe, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets\nReliable and self-directed in a remote work environment\nAble to work full US Eastern business hours\nPreferred Qualifications\nAIA application knowledge-familiarity with AIA billing documents and the application for payment process\nWorking understanding of lien rights and lien timeframes in a construction context\nExperience preparing certified payroll and construction project reporting\nBackground in construction, specialty contracting, or a project-based accounting environment\nFamiliarity with a document management platform such as Egnyte, SharePoint, or similar\nCPA license (Philippines PRC or equivalent) or CPA-level qualification\nTools & Software\nQuickBooks (primary accounting platform)\nMicrosoft Excel and Google Sheets\nAdobe Acrobat and Microsoft Word\nA cloud document management system for vendor bills and project records\nMicrosoft Teams and OneDrive for team communication and file sharing\nHubstaff for time tracking\nWhat Makes You a Great Fit\nQuickBooks is your tool-you navigate it confidently, and your entries are accurate and clean\nMonthly statements go out on the first of the month, every month, without being reminded\nWhen a client has an overdue balance, you can pick up the phone, have a professional and friendly conversation, and maintain the relationship while collecting what is owed\nYour retainage tracking, lien waivers, and project reports are always current and accurate\nYou are easy to work with-the team and clients alike enjoy working with you\nYou would rather flag a difference you cannot explain than make the books balance without knowing why\nBenefits\nWhat We Offer\nUp to $10/hour\n100% remote work\nFull-time role \nWe hire for the long haul, so a steady track record of staying and growing always moves you up our list.\nTo apply:\nEnsure your LinkedIn profile and resume are up-to-date and comprehensive (submit a comprehensive resume in English, PDF format), and complete the assessment in this link: https://assessment.aptiveindex.com/s/oIOQ7qh27A3f\nA quick note on how we will reach you: our recruitment team communicates primarily through Telegram, using the mobile number on your application and resume. Please make sure that number is active and registered on Telegram, since this is where screening and interview scheduling happen. If it is not registered yet, you can set it up right after you apply-it takes only a few minutes and keeps your application moving without delay.\nBy applying, you consent to being contacted via the contact information provided in your application for recruitment purposes only.\nBecause of the volume of applications we receive, we're only able to follow up directly with candidates whose experience closely matches this role. If you don't hear from us within 10 days, please know we genuinely appreciate your interest-and we'd welcome your application to future openings that may be a stronger fit. Thank you for considering Remote Raven, and all the best in your search.\nA note on scheduling: initial interviews run in US Mountain Standard Time (MST) within a 3:00 AM - 1:00 PM MST window. 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