[Hiring] Staff Accountant @Coconut

Role Description

We are currently looking for top talent to fill the role of Staff Accountant.

• Monthly Rate: $1250 - $1450/month
• Availability: Full-time - 40 hours/week
• Time Zone: EST

To streamline your application, please carefully review and complete ALL THREE items below before proceeding to the application form.

What to Prepare:

• English Proficiency Rating – Enter your CEFR English proficiency level in the application form. If unsure, take a quick assessment.
• Coconut VA Profile (Resume) – Create your Coconut VA profile using the provided template. Your resume must follow this format and be in English.
• 1-Minute Introduction Video – Record a short introduction video and provide the link in your application. By submitting your video, you grant Coconut permission to share it on our platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting
• 3+ years of hands-on accounting experience, including month-end close, at an accounting firm, outsourced accounting firm, or BPO serving US clients
• Solid working knowledge of US GAAP and US small business accounting
• Experience managing multiple client files at once
• Experience with QuickBooks Online and/or Xero

Requirements

• Proven month-end close experience across multiple client files
• Strong hands-on QuickBooks Online proficiency, verified with a practical test
• Clear written and spoken English, comfortable on live calls with reviewers and partners

Good to have

• CPA or CPA candidate
• Xero experience in addition to QBO
• QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification
• Experience at a US CPA or CAS firm handling 10+ client files
• Familiarity with practice management tools (Karbon, Canopy, TaxDome, Financial Cents)
• Payroll platform exposure (Gusto, ADP)
• Strong Excel skills: lookups, pivot tables, reconciliation workpapers
• Prior experience working US overnight hours, including a busy season (January to April)

Industry/Tools Experience

• Industry: US accounting firms, outsourced accounting/CAS, or BPOs serving US small businesses
• Tools: QuickBooks Online (required), Xero, Excel / Google Sheets, Bill.com, Dext or Hubdoc, practice management software (Karbon, Canopy, TaxDome, or Financial Cents), Slack / Teams / Zoom

Benefits

• Competitive Salary – Recognizing your skills and experience with a great compensation package.
• 13th Month Pay – Enjoy an extra month’s salary.
• Paid Time Off – 12 days of PTO to use however you like.
• US Holidays Off – 12 paid US holidays throughout the year.
• Maternity & Paternity Leave – Dedicated leave for new parents.
• Comprehensive Healthcare – Quality healthcare benefits for you and your family.
• Life Insurance – Included in our full-time HMO plan.
• Mental Health Support – Access to mental health consultations and wellness resources.
• Milestone Gifts & Birthday Treats – Celebrating your achievements and special days.
• Exciting Team Experiences – Island getaways, virtual town halls, and regional meetups.
• Stay Connected – Be part of a supportive network for learning and growth.