Junior Bookkeeper

Work Schedule: Full-Time, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Employment Type: Long-term, Remote

Role Overview

We are hiring a Junior Bookkeeper to support our accounting operations with a strong focus on accounts receivable, collections, and day-to-day bookkeeping tasks. This role is ideal for someone who is highly detail-oriented, proactive with follow-ups, and has very strong communication skills, especially when dealing with overdue accounts.

You will work closely with an existing Bookkeeper, supporting end-to-end bookkeeping while spending most of your time on AR and collections.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Collections (Primary Focus)

• Handle data entry for AR transactions and customer payments
• Perform regular follow-ups on outstanding and delinquent accounts
• Communicate with customers via email and phone regarding overdue balances
• Make outbound calls as needed (depending on delinquent accounts; may range from 3–5 calls per day or per week)
• Track, allocate, and document payments accurately
• Monitor AR aging and flag issues for review

Bookkeeping Support (End-to-End)

• Assist with accounts payable, including invoice entry and payment tracking
• Post journal entries and support general ledger maintenance
• Perform account reconciliations (bank, AR, AP as assigned)
• Support month-end closing activities
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records

Collaboration & Reporting

• Work closely with the senior Bookkeeper to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Follow established accounting processes and timelines
• Assist in preparing basic reports and summaries as needed

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• Strong bookkeeping foundation, with exposure to end-to-end bookkeeping (AR, AP, journals, reconciliations, GL)
• Very good communication skills (spoken and written English is critical)
• Comfortable making collection calls when needed
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Organized, persistent, and proactive with follow-ups
• Able to work well in a team and take direction from an existing Bookkeeper
• Familiarity with accounting software and spreadsheets (QuickBooks or similar is a plus)

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication and customer follow-up skills
• Strong sense of urgency, especially for collections
• Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy habits
• Dependable, consistent, and able to handle repetitive tasks
• Comfortable working within set schedules and processes
• Professional and calm when handling payment-related conversations

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Maxicare HMO) after 3 months probationary period