Ten80Ten
Bookkeeping Specialist – Remote (U.S. or Offshore)
Compensation: $5 – $8/hr | Part-Time (10–12 hrs/week) | Long-Term, with Growth Potential
We’re seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeping Specialist to join our remote team. This is a part-time role starting at 10 - 12 hours per week, with potential to increase based on performance and business needs. A 60-day trial period will be used to assess alignment with the firm’s expectations and long-term engagement potential.
Key Responsibilities
General Bookkeeping
Maintain accurate books for SMB clients using Xero and QuickBooks Online
Categorize and reconcile bank, credit card, and loan transactions
Enter journal entries for payroll, accruals, and corrections
Track and manage accounts payable and receivable
Support fixed asset tracking and capital expense categorization
Prepare monthly financial reports, including P&L and Balance Sheet
Assist with payroll data imports and reconciliations
Support 1099 tracking and year-end reporting
Book Cleanup & Account Transition
Audit inherited accounts for errors, gaps, and inconsistencies
Redesign or establish tailored Charts of Accounts
Identify and correct misclassified assets, liabilities, and balance sheet issues
Reconcile uncategorized transactions and historical backlogs
Ensure cleanup aligns with GAAP and tax compliance
Develop and implement accurate account transition plans
Retail & Shopify Expertise
Manage high-volume Shopify e-commerce bookkeeping with precision
Reconcile sales, refunds, taxes, fees, and COGS flowing through Shopify
Integrate Shopify with QBO or Xero accurately
Match invoices, deposits, and clearing accounts with consistency
Reconcile inventory-related COGS and track product-level margins
Ensure accurate monthly close processes that reflect daily operations
Troubleshoot and correct financial discrepancies
Leverage familiarity with payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, Shopify Payments)
Qualifications
2+ years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in an agency or consulting setting
Proficiency in Xero and QuickBooks Online (certification strongly preferred)
Strong understanding of GAAP, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working independently and managing multiple clients
Strong communication and documentation abilities
Familiar with Shopify integrations and e-commerce accounting
Preferred Skills
Experience with retail accounting, especially Shopify-based businesses
Ability to work with high-volume transaction environments
Familiarity with payroll platforms and 1099 processing
Experience in account migrations, cleanups, and audit preparation
Knowledge of tools like Gusto, Stripe, PayPal, and inventory-tracking systems
What We Offer
Fully remote, flexible work schedule
Long-term opportunity with growth based on performance
Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Ability to contribute to operational improvements and client success
