Remote Accounting Associate

Remote Accounting Associate

Full-Time | Fully Remote | Accounting & Finance

Job Summary

Western View Painting is seeking a detail oriented Remote Accounting Associate to support day to day accounting operations, financial recordkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, transaction reconciliation, and reporting. This fully remote, full time position is suited to an organized accounting professional who values accuracy, confidentiality, reliable documentation, and consistent financial processes.

Working with the company's administrative and operational teams, the Accounting Associate will help maintain accurate financial records, process routine transactions, monitor outstanding items, and support timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings sound organizational skills, a practical understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to manage priorities independently while communicating effectively with colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting and bookkeeping: Maintain accurate financial records, enter transactions, organize supporting documentation, and ensure accounting information is complete and properly categorized
• Accounts payable: Review vendor invoices for accuracy, verify supporting documentation, assist with invoice coding, maintain payment records, and flag discrepancies for review
• Accounts receivable: Record customer payments, assist with invoice tracking, monitor outstanding balances, and support follow-up on unresolved account items.
• Reconciliation: Assist with bank, credit card, vendor, and customer account reconciliations; investigate discrepancies and escalate unusual transactions when necessary
• Financial reporting: Prepare routine accounting summaries, transaction reports, spreadsheets, and supporting schedules for management reviw
• Expense documentation: Organize receipts, invoices, and expense records to suppot accurate reporting and consistent recordkeeping
• Internal coordination: Communicate with authorized team members and vendors regarding invoice questions, missing documentation, payment records, and account discrepancies
• Process compliance: Follow established accounting procedures, maintain appropriate approval records, and protect confidential financial information
• Administrative support: Assist with month end close activites, document organization, audit preparation, and other accounting tasks as business needs require

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or a related financial support role.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles, transaction processing, reconciliations, and financial documentation.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and standard business software, including Microsoft Excel or comparable tools.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify inconsistencies in financial records.
• Excellent organizational, written communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, maintain accurate records, and handle multiple priorities with appropriate follow through.
• Commitment to confidentiality, ethical conduct, and responsible handling of financial information.
• Reliable internet access and a suitable workspace for fully remote work.

Experience supporting construction, painting, contracting, trades, or other project based businesses is beneficial but not required. Familiarity with accounting software and vendor invoice workflows is also an advantage.

Employee Experience and Work Environment

This position offers a fully remote work arrangement, allowing the successful candidate to perform accounting responsibilities from an appropriate home workspace. The role requires dependable communication, independent task management, careful documentation, and collaboration with colleagues who support the company's business operations.

The Accounting Associate will contribute to the financial processes that help keep vendor records organized, customer transactions documented, and accounting information available for informed business decisions. Success in this position means maintaining accuracy, meeting agreed deadlines, raising questions promptly, and approaching routine financial work with professionalism and accountability.

Benefits and Employee Support

Western View Painting intends to provide a benefits package that supports employee well-being and longer-term financial security. Benefits for eligible employees include:

• Health insurance: Health coverage options, subject to the applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
• Retirement benefits: Access to a retirement savings plan, subject to plan provisions and eligibility.
• Paid leave: Paid leave in accordance with applicable company policies and eligibility requirements.

Specific coverage, enrollment requirements, and leave provisions will be explained during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Western View Painting welcomes applications from qualified candidates and evaluates applicants based on relevant skills, experience, and job related qualifications. Employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

Originally posted on Himalayas