Bookkeeper (eCommerce)

About Expedock

We are a tech-enabled workforce augmentation platform leveraging top 1% offshore talent and cutting-edge technology to enable businesses to unlock their full potential.

About the Client

Our client is a rapidly growing eCommerce health and personal care products company selling across multiple online channels, including Amazon, Shopify, and TikTok Direct-to-Consumer.

About the Role

We are seeking a Bookkeeper to support the financial operations of the client's growing eCommerce business. This is a hands-on accounting role focused on daily bookkeeping, multi-channel sales accounting, reconciliations, inventory and COGS accounting, monthly financial reporting, and financial analysis.

The ideal candidate has strong bookkeeping fundamentals, prior experience supporting eCommerce or online retail businesses, and a solid understanding of inventory accounting. This role will also work closely with leadership to provide financial insights and support budgeting, forecasting, and process improvements.

Shift: US Business Hours (12AM - 9AM PHT, 1 hour lunch break)

Work Arrangement: Remote (Philippines)

What You'll Do:

• Maintain accurate financial records across AP, AR, payroll, inventory, amortizations, and other accounts.
• Record and reconcile daily sales transactions across multiple eCommerce platforms, including Amazon, Shopify, and TikTok.
• Reconcile payment processor accounts, including PayPal, Stripe, Amazon Payments, and TikTok.
• Manage accounts payable, including vendor payments, expense tracking, and related documentation.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and audits to identify errors, discrepancies, or unusual transactions.
• Prepare accurate monthly P&L statements and financial reports for management review.
• Provide monthly financial analysis, highlighting trends, variances, cost-saving opportunities, and business insights.
• Manage inventory valuation and COGS recognition, including physical inventory counts and reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing procedures and ensure all accounts are properly reconciled and up to date.
• Assist with budget preparation and financial forecasting.
• Partner with leadership to provide clear financial reporting and support data-driven business decisions.
• Identify irregular or unusual financial activity and promptly flag potential issues to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Assist with special projects, ad-hoc financial analysis, and process improvement initiatives as needed.
• Recommend improvements to accounting and financial processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.

What You Need:

• 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience with a strong understanding of GAAP principles.
• Prior eCommerce or online retail accounting experience is required.
• Solid understanding of inventory accounting, COGS, amortization, and cost recognition.
• Experience handling multi-channel eCommerce transactions and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in accounting software, with QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills and the ability to work with financial data.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable business insights.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and data integrity.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet reporting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with Amazon FBA accounting and multi-channel eCommerce operations.
• Experience working with inventory management systems.
• Knowledge of cost accounting methodologies.
• Track record of implementing process improvements within financial or accounting operations.

Technical Requirements

• Fiber internet (PLDT Fiber, Converge, Globe Fiber, etc.) - recommended speed of 100/50 Mbps
• Backup internet (mobile hotspot or secondary ISP) capable of at least 20 Mbps
• Quiet, conducive home workspace
• OPTIONAL: Wired Ethernet connection preferred during work hours
• OPTIONAL: Power backup (UPS) if the location experiences frequent outages

Candidate Data & Privacy Notice

By submitting your application to Expedock, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal information for recruitment and hiring purposes. Your information will be used to:

• Evaluate your qualifications and suitability for current and future roles
• Communicate with you throughout the recruitment process
• Improve our hiring processes and overall candidate experience
• Maintain talent pools for future opportunities, where permitted by law

We handle candidate data with care and in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations. Your information will only be accessed by authorized team members and will not be shared with third parties without your consent, unless required by law.

Originally posted on Himalayas