[Hiring] Bookkeeper @Pearl

Role Description

The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day accounting operations for growing businesses. This role focuses on full-cycle bookkeeping, including:

• Transaction recording
• Reconciliations
• Accounts payable and receivable
• Financial reporting

You will support clean, reliable financial systems that enable leadership to make informed decisions and remain compliant. This role is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who value accuracy, consistency, and ownership over financial data.

Your Impact

Your work ensures financial clarity, compliance, and operational stability. By maintaining accurate books and timely reports, you help businesses:

• Understand performance
• Manage cash flow
• Avoid costly errors

Your precision directly supports confident decision-making and long-term growth.

Core Responsibilities

• General Bookkeeping & Accounting — 30%
  • Record and categorize daily financial transactions
  • Maintain general ledger and chart of accounts
  • Prepare journal entries and maintain documentation
  • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality of financial records
• Bank & Account Reconciliations — 20%
  • Reconcile bank, credit card, and merchant accounts
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies promptly
  • Maintain reconciliation schedules and supporting files
• Accounts Payable — 15%
  • Process vendor bills and manage payment schedules
  • Maintain vendor records and AP aging
  • Ensure invoices are accurate and properly approved
• Accounts Receivable — 15%
  • Issue customer invoices and track collections
  • Apply payments accurately
  • Monitor AR aging and follow up on overdue balances
• Financial Reporting & Month-End Close — 10%
  • Support month-end close activities
  • Prepare basic financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet)
  • Generate reports for internal review
• Payroll & Tax Support — 10% (Client-Dependent)
  • Support payroll processing and recordkeeping
  • Organize documentation for tax preparation and compliance
  • Assist external accountants or CPAs as needed

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Full-cycle bookkeeping exposure (AP, AR, reconciliations, reporting)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping
• Experience working with US-based businesses or financial standards
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal English communication
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

• Full-charge bookkeeping experience
• Multi-entity or multi-currency exposure
• Payroll or sales tax experience
• Accounting or bookkeeping certifications
• Experience supporting audits or tax filings

Tools Proficiency

• Must-Haves (Required)
  • Accounting software: QuickBooks Online or Xero
  • Spreadsheets: Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel
  • Communication tools: Gmail/Outlook, Slack, Zoom
  • Online banking platforms
• Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)
  • Additional accounting platforms (QuickBooks Desktop, NetSuite, Sage)
  • Payroll systems (Gusto, ADP, Paychex)
  • AP/expense tools (Bill.com, Melio, Expensify)
  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, Square)
  • File management and project tools (Google Drive, Notion, Asana)

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills
• Remote Work: Fully remote — work from anywhere
• Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy
• Direct Mentorship: Access to global industry leaders
• Learning & Development: Continuous growth resources
• Global Networking: Work with international teams
• Health Coverage (Philippines only): HMO after 3 months (full-time)

Our Recruitment Process

• Application
• Skills Assessment
• Initial Screening
• Top-grading Interview
• Client Matching
• Job Offer
• Onboarding

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