[Hiring] Senior Accountant / Financial Reviewer @BrighterHire

Role Description

This is a full-time, high-responsibility role dedicated to reviewing financial statements before they are delivered to clients. This is not a team lead or supervisory role. It is a specialized, high-level technical accounting position for someone who can jump in quickly and perform thorough, in-depth reviews with strong independent judgment.

The right person will have deep accounting expertise, strong attention to detail, and a proven track record of delivering accurate, high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth financial reviews:
  • Review client financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and GAAP compliance before client delivery
  • Verify reconciliations, journal entries, payroll allocations, accruals, and adjustments
  • Evaluate accounting treatment for transactions in both accrual and cash basis reporting
• Perform detailed transaction and account analysis:
  • Review general ledger transactions for proper classification and accuracy
  • Ensure reconciliations for balance sheet accounts are complete, accurate, and properly supported
  • Confirm payroll splits and allocations are correct and aligned with client reporting needs
• Identify and resolve issues:
  • Detect discrepancies, inconsistencies, or missing information in financials
  • Communicate review notes clearly and professionally to team members responsible for corrections
  • Follow up on review adjustments to ensure all changes are implemented accurately
• Maintain high quality standards:
  • Uphold company policies, accounting best practices, and client-specific requirements
  • Meet deadlines without sacrificing thoroughness or accuracy
  • Maintain confidentiality and professional integrity at all times

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a senior accounting role
• At least 2 years of involvement in financial review prior to client delivery
• Direct, hands-on QuickBooks Online experience is required

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
• Confidence working in both accrual and cash basis accounting environments
• Experience evaluating complex accounting entries, including accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, depreciation, and payroll allocations
• Advanced Excel skills
• Ability to analyze and manipulate large datasets
• Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new software quickly
• Strong references demonstrating accuracy, reliability, and high performance in prior review roles
• Excellent communication skills
• High ownership, follow-through, and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a remote accounting environment
• Exposure to multiple industries and client types
• Advanced understanding of complex reconciliations, multi-entity consolidations, and intercompany transactions

Who This Role is For

• This role is ideal for a seasoned accountant who:
  • Thrives on accuracy and detail
  • Can jump into complex client files with minimal onboarding
  • Enjoys deep, independent technical accounting work
  • Takes pride in delivering polished, client-ready financials
  • Wants to be part of a collaborative, high-standard accounting team

Work Environment

• Full-time, remote
• Schedule: 9pm-6am PHT
• Works closely with bookkeepers and accountants to address review notes
• Communication primarily via email, Google Chat, and virtual meetings

Compensation

• $2,500-$3,500 USD/month, based on experience
• Competitive salary structure with growth potential
• Paid time off, benefits package, and remote work flexibility with tenure

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your financial review experience, GAAP expertise, QuickBooks Online proficiency, and technology skills. Strong references will be required for final candidates.