Staff Accountant

JOB SUMMARY:

Lotus Financial Solution is a U.S.-based financial services and HR firm seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team as an independent contractor. This role supports bookkeeping, account reconciliations, journal entries, and monthly close activities for multiple U.S.-based small business and nonprofit clients.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in U.S. accounting principles, experience working in cloud-based accounting systems, and the ability to manage recurring monthly deliverables with consistency and accuracy. They are also comfortable interacting directly with clients in a professional setting and explaining financial information clearly to non-accountants.

This position is remote and requires significant overlap with Pacific Time (California, USA) business hours.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and general ledger maintenance for multiple clients using cloud-based software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, or Aplos).
- Accurately code and record transactions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Prepare and post recurring and adjusting journal entries, including payroll entries.
- Reconcile bank, credit card, and key balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis.
- Perform monthly close activities, including account reconciliations, cost allocations, and financial statement review.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements and accompanying summary reports for internal review and client presentation.
- Present prepared monthly financial statements to assigned clients via virtual meetings.
- Explain financial results and notable variances, and escalate complex or strategic matters to the Supervising Senior Accountant.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities as needed.
- Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records and documentation.
- Assist with audits by compiling necessary documentation and responding to inquiries.
- Follow established accounting policies, internal controls, and GAAP-based procedures.
- Communicate effectively with clients and internal tea ---------- mbers; respond to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Perform other accounting-related duties or ad hoc projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2+ years of hands-on bookkeeping and accounting experience, preferably in a multi-client or outsourced accounting environment.
- Proficiency in cloud-based accounting software, e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, or Aplos.
- Familiarity with AP platforms (e.g., Ramp or BILL) and payroll systems (e.g., Gusto).
- Competency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
- Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP fundamentals and financial reporting principles.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Professional written and verbal English communication skills, with well-developed interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines across multiple client engagements in a remote environment, with strong time management, reliability, and professional accountability.
- Comfortable presenting financial reports in live virtual meetings.
- CPA certification (or progress toward certification) is a plus but not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE / TOOLS

This is an independent contractor position with an expected workload equivalent to approximately 40 hours per week based on assigned client portfolio and deliverables.

- Must maintain consistent overlap with Pacific Time business hours.
- Must have reliable high-speed internet.
- Tools include QuickBooks Online, Slack, Trello, Google Workspace, and secure file cloud-based file systems.

SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE:

- Monthly reconciliations completed accurately and on time.
- Clean financials requiring minimal corrections after review.
- Professional and confident presentation of financial reports.
- Consistent availability and timely communication during agreed working hours.
- Proactive communication when issues arise.
- Strong adherence to internal processes and documentation standards.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional seeking long-term growth in a client-facing role, we encourage you to apply. For more info on our firm, visit ---------- .

To be considered, please email the following to Karen Rezai, Director of Operations, at ----------

(1) The exact subject line “Application for Staff Accountant Position - [Your Name];
(2) A brief paragraph in the body of your email summarizing why you are interested in this position and why you believe you are a strong fit;
(3) An attached PDF copy of your resume (links to resumes will not be reviewed).

Applications that do not follow these instructions — including missing subject lines, resumes submitted as links rather than PDF attachments, or incomplete application materials — will not be reviewed.