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Bookkeeper (with U.S. company exp)

Somewhere Agency Mid Finance & Accounting

Bookkeeper role for a U.S. real estate and construction company, remote, with flexible hours, requiring 3+ years of bookkeeping experience for U.S. companies and proficiency in QuickBooks Online.

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Location of Search : South Africa, Philippines, Latin America, or Any Region

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What it pays

As advertised
$1 500 – 2 000/mo

The posting states it as: “Pay Range: $1500 - $2000 USD/month (varies based on skill set and experience level)”

The full posting

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PositionBookkeeper

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 SearchSouth Africa, Philippines, Latin America, or Any Region

Work LocationREMOTE

Type of ContractIndependent 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 requirementExcellent English Communication Skills

EducationBachelor's Degree (ideally)

Experience3+ years of related experience

Industryconstruction, 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.

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