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Sandip Lila M.

Rajkot, India

$5/hr
4.7
12 jobs

Hey there, I am a Chartered Accountant and QuickBooks Proadvisor. I have over 7 years of experience in bookkeeping, auditing, and taxation, and also holding a masterโ€™s degree in accounting. Currently practicing as a Chartered Accountant under the Firm name ๐‘บ ๐‘ด ๐‘ณ๐’Š๐’๐’‚ & ๐‘จ๐’”๐’”๐’๐’„๐’Š๐’‚๐’•๐’†๐’” in Rajkot, India. It would give me immense pleasure to help you with the following services: โ–ถ ๐๐จ๐จ๐ค๐ค๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ฌ๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐œ๐ž We offer comprehensive bookkeeping services through online or desktop accounting software like QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Xero, Tally, and more, tailored to your geographical location. โ–ถ ๐…๐ข๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ข๐š๐ฅ ๐’๐ญ๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ & ๐€๐ง๐š๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ข๐ฌ Preparation of financial statements including balance sheet and profit & loss account, financial projections, and ratio analysis to provide insights into your business performance. โ–ถ ๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐ง๐ฒ ๐…๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง & ๐€๐ฎ๐๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐œ๐ž๐ฌ We provide guidance and support for company formation and auditing, ensuring compliance with efficiency. โ–ถ ๐€๐œ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ ๐‘๐ž๐œ๐ž๐ข๐ฏ๐š๐›๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ & ๐๐š๐ฒ๐š๐›๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ Efficient management and maintenance of your accounts receivable and payable to ensure smooth financial operations. โ–ถ ๐„-๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ž๐ซ๐œ๐ž ๐€๐œ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  Specialized accounting services for sellers on e-commerce platforms like Flipkart and Amazon, ensuring accurate financial records. โ–ถ ๐๐š๐ง๐ค & ๐‚๐ซ๐ž๐๐ข๐ญ ๐‚๐š๐ซ๐ ๐‘๐ž๐œ๐จ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง Precise reconciliation of bank statements and credit card statements with books of account to keep your accounts in perfect balance. โ–ถ ๐๐ž๐ฐ ๐€๐œ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ ๐’๐ž๐ญ๐ฎ๐ฉ & ๐’๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ Comprehensive support in setting up new company accounts and providing ongoing support services. โ–ถ๐’๐š๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ ๐ญ๐š๐ฑ ๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง & ๐‘๐ž๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ง ๐…๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ ๐‘๐ž๐ ๐š๐ซ๐๐ฌ ๐“๐ž๐š๐ฆ ๐’ ๐Œ ๐‹๐ข๐ฅ๐š & ๐€๐ฌ๐ฌ๐จ๐œ๐ข๐š๐ญ๐ž๐ฌ CA Sandip Lila

  • Accounting
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Chart of Accounts
  • General Ledger
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Balance Sheet
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting Basics
  • Xero
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Tally.ERP
  • Zoho Books
  • Startup Company
Mirza Raza A.

Armthorpe, United Kingdom

$15/hr
4.9
9 jobs

๐—›๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—•๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—™๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐˜† ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐˜๐—ต๐˜† & ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—จ๐—ž Running a business isnโ€™t just about growth itโ€™s also about keeping your numbers in order. Thatโ€™s where I step in. With my expertise in ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด, ๐—ฉ๐—”๐—ง ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ป๐˜€, ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐˜†๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—น๐—น, ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป & ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ณ-๐—ฎ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜…, and ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ป๐˜‚๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜๐˜€, I make sure your finances are accurate, compliant, and stress-free, so you can focus on what truly matters: growing your business. ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ผ ๐—œ ๐—”๐—บ I am a Qualified ๐—”๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ณ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น (FCMA, ACCA, MAAT, M.Phil) with over 20 years of hands-on experience in ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด, ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด, and ๐—จ๐—ž & ๐—จ๐—”๐—˜ ๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜…๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป. Over the years, I have supported ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐˜‚๐—ฝ๐˜€, ๐—ฆ๐— ๐—˜๐˜€, and ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€ with everything from routine ๐—ฏ๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ธ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด to ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜… ๐—ณ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด๐˜€, ๐—ฉ๐—”๐—ง ๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฏ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€, ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐˜†๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—น๐—น ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด, and ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜† ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€. โญ๐—ช๐—ฒ ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—›๐— ๐—ฅ๐—– ๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜. ๐—ช๐—ฒ ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜ ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜ ๐—›๐— ๐—ฅ๐—– ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ฏ๐˜† ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—น๐˜† ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐˜„๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—›๐— ๐—ฅ๐—– ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜†โ€™๐˜€ ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ณ ๐—ฎ๐˜€ ๐—ฎ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜. My approach is straightforward I deliver accurate, compliant, and timely results, while tailoring every solution to the unique needs of your business. ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—œ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐——๐—ผ ๐—™๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚ โœ… Bookkeeping & Accounting โ€“ Accurate recording of transactions, reconciliations, and preparation of annual accounts. โœ… VAT Returns โ€“ Preparation and submission of VAT returns ensuring HMRC compliance. โœ… Corporation & Self-Assessment Tax โ€“ End-to-end tax return preparation and filing. โœ… Payroll Processing โ€“ Smooth payroll management including pensions and deductions. โœ… HMRC & Companies House Compliance โ€“ Filing, updates, and regular compliance reporting. โœ… Company Incorporation โ€“ Helping you register and set up your business in the UK. โœ… Cash Flow & Financial Projections โ€“ Forecasting and planning to guide smarter financial decisions. ๐— ๐˜† ๐—ง๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ต๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ฆ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—น๐—น๐˜€ & ๐—ง๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜€ โœ… QuickBooks โœ… Zoho Books โœ… Xero โœ… Sage โœ… VT Transaction+ โœ… Capium โœ… Wave โœ… Gabriel Reporting โœ… Microsoft Excel & MS Office Suite โœ… ERP Systems & Reporting Tools ๐—ช๐—ต๐˜† ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ ๐—ช๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐— ๐—ฒ? โœ… 20+ years of expertise in accounting & financial management โœ… Strong knowledge of UK & UAE taxation systems โœ… Focused on accuracy, compliance & deadlines โœ… Trusted by businesses for personalized financial solutions โœ… Clear communication & regular progress updates โœ… Committed to making your business financially stronger ๐— ๐˜† ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ ๐—ฆ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—น๐—น๐˜€ โœ”Bookkeeping & Accounting โœ”VAT Returns & Compliance โœ”Corporation & Self-Assessment Tax โœ”HMRC R&D tax credits โœ”Payroll Management โœ”Annual Accounts Preparation โœ”Company Incorporation Services โœ”HMRC & Companies House Compliance โœ”Financial Reporting & Statements Preparation โœ”Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Projection โœ”Financial Analysis & Valuation โœ”IFRS & Financial Modeling ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐˜โ€™๐˜€ ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ ๐—ง๐—ผ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ Whether youโ€™re a startup that needs help with company incorporation and VAT setup, or an established business looking for bookkeeping, payroll, and tax filing support, I can provide the expertise and guidance you need. With me handling your bookkeeping, payroll, taxation, and compliance, you can stay worry-free, focus on growing your business, and make smarter financial decisions. Letโ€™s connect and discuss how I can help you keep your business financially healthy and compliant.

  • Accounting
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Financial Accounting
  • Tax Preparation
  • Value-Added Tax
  • Tax Return
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Payroll Reconciliation
  • Corporate Tax
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Research Documentation
  • Financial Projection
  • Tax Preparation Software
  • Xero
  • Intuit QuickBooks
Mohammad Atowar R.

Manikganj, Bangladesh

$15/hr
4.9
225 jobs

Are you looking for an experienced Bookkeeper with proven expertise in QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Cleanup, and Full-Charge Bookkeeping? With over 20,000 hours logged on Upwork, Iโ€™ve successfully completed 125+ projects and earned nearly $300K, supporting clients worldwide. As a professional bookkeeper, I specialize in delivering accurate, efficient, and reliable bookkeeping solutions tailored to the needs of small businesses and entrepreneurs. ๐Œ๐ฒ ๐…๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฅ-๐‚๐ก๐š๐ซ๐ ๐ž ๐๐จ๐จ๐ค๐ค๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐’๐ž๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐œ๐ž๐ฌ ๐ˆ๐ง๐œ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐๐ž: ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ-๐ญ๐จ-๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐จ๐ค๐ค๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ข๐ง๐  โœ… Provide accurate day-to-day Bookkeeping as an experienced Bookkeeper โœ… Record all financial transactions promptly and precisely in QuickBooks โœ… Categorize income and expenses to ensure clean financial reporting โœ… Maintain organized and accurate general ledgers using QuickBooks Online โœ… Perform ongoing QuickBooks Cleanup to correct and streamline your books ๐๐š๐ง๐ค & ๐‚๐ซ๐ž๐๐ข๐ญ ๐‚๐š๐ซ๐ ๐‘๐ž๐œ๐จ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง โœ… As a detail-oriented Bookkeeper, I perform accurate monthly bank and credit card reconciliations โœ… Skilled Bookkeeper with expertise in spotting and resolving discrepancies efficiently โœ… I use QuickBooks Online to ensure all transactions match your statements โœ… As your trusted Bookkeeper, I help maintain clean and reliable financial records โœ… I also perform QuickBooks Cleanup to fix past reconciliation errors and ensure accuracy ๐€๐œ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐‘๐ž๐œ๐ž๐ข๐ฏ๐š๐›๐ฅ๐ž (๐€๐‘) & ๐€๐œ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐š๐ฒ๐š๐›๐ฅ๐ž (๐€๐) ๐Œ๐š๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ข๐ง โœ… As an experienced Bookkeeper, I manage customer invoicing and vendor bills accurately and efficiently โœ… I use QuickBooks Online to track payments, schedule payables, and keep cash flow organized โœ… As your dedicated Bookkeeper, I ensure timely follow-ups on overdue invoices and vendor communications โœ… I perform QuickBooks Cleanup regularly to fix discrepancies in AR and AP for clean, accurate records โœ… My expertise as a bookkeeper ensures your receivables and payables remain up-to-date and audit-ready ๐๐ฎ๐ข๐œ๐ค๐๐จ๐จ๐ค๐ฌ ๐’๐ž๐ญ๐ฎ๐ฉ & ๐‚๐ฅ๐ž๐š๐ง๐ฎ๐ฉ โœ… As a skilled Bookkeeper, I provide seamless QuickBooks Online setup tailored to your business needs โœ… I customize your chart of accounts for clear and efficient financial tracking as your trusted Bookkeeper โœ… Expert Bookkeeper specializing in thorough QuickBooks Cleanup to fix historical data issues โœ… I correct miscategorized transactions and undeposited funds using QuickBooks Online tools โœ… Reliable Bookkeeper ensuring balance sheet accuracy through detailed QuickBooks Cleanup services ๐๐š๐ฒ๐ซ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ & ๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ข๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž โœ… As an experienced Bookkeeper, I handle payroll journal entries and reconciliations accurately โœ… I use QuickBooks Online to manage payroll data and ensure tax compliance โœ… As your trusted Bookkeeper, I track and prepare 1099s to meet IRS requirements โœ… I ensure proper sales tax tracking and filings using QuickBooks Online tools โœ… I provide QuickBooks Cleanup to fix payroll and tax reporting errors from prior periods ๐Œ๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ก-๐„๐ง๐ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐˜๐ž๐š๐ซ-๐„๐ง๐ ๐‚๐ฅ๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐  & ๐…๐ข๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ข๐š๐ฅ ๐‘๐ž๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  โœ… As a detail-oriented Bookkeeper, I handle month-end and year-end closings with precise reconciliations using QuickBooks Online โœ… I generate clean profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow, and budget vs. actual reports to support informed decisions โœ… I track cash flow trends and provide forward-looking financial analysis as your trusted Bookkeeper โœ… With expert QuickBooks Cleanup, I correct prior period errors and reporting issues for accurate, audit-ready books. โœ… I ensure your financials are fully prepared for CPA review and tax filing, maintaining reliability and compliance. ๐๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐ฌ & ๐“๐จ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฌ ๐ˆ ๐’๐ฉ๐ž๐œ๐ข๐š๐ฅ๐ข๐ณ๐ž ๐ˆ๐ง โœ… QuickBooks Online โœ… QuickBooks Desktop โœ… Xero, Wave Accounting โœ… Gusto, ADP, and other payroll platforms โœ… Bill.com, Dext, Melio, Hubdoc, and Receipt Bank โœ… Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets for custom reporting โœ… Stripe, A2X, PayPal, Square, Shopify, and e-commerce integrations ๐ˆ๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ฌ ๐ˆโ€™๐ฏ๐ž ๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ ๐–๐ข๐ญ๐ก I've worked with small businesses and entrepreneurs worldwideโ€”including the U.S., Canada, UK, Australia, and moreโ€”across diverse industries. โœ… E-commerce & Amazon Sellers โœ… Construction & Trades โœ… Real Estate & Property Management โœ… Marketing Agencies โœ… Healthcare Practices โœ… Legal & Professional Services โœ… Consultants & Coaches โœ… SaaS & Tech Startups ๐–๐ก๐ฒ ๐‚๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฌ๐ž ๐Œ๐ž? โœ… Top-Rated PLUS on Upwork with 100% Job Success Rate โœ… 20,000+ Upwork Hours Logged โœ… 120+ Individual Projects Completed โœ… Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor โœ… Responsive, Reliable, and Deadline-Oriented โœ… Long-Term Client Relationships with Consistent Results Let a trusted Bookkeeper handle your finances with precision and care. Iโ€™m here to simplify your books through expert QuickBooks Online support and thorough QuickBooks Cleanup. Thanks

  • Accounting
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Financial Accounting
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting Basics
  • Balance Sheet
  • Accounting Software
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Account Reconciliation
  • QuickBooks Online
Zain M.

Lawrence Township, New Jersey

$75/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Big Four-trained accountant (PwC New York & EY) with 8+ years of experience helping businesses go from messy books to clean, decision-ready financials. I've worked with Fortune 500 companies and now I bring that same level of rigor to small and mid-sized businesses that need a senior accounting partner without the full-time price tag. Whether you're behind on your books, preparing for an audit, or just need someone who actually understands what the numbers mean, I can help. Here's what I do: 1. QuickBooks Online bookkeeping, cleanup & reconciliations 2. Month-end and year-end close 3. Fractional Controller & financial reporting 4. Audit-ready financial statements (US GAAP & IFRS) 5. Multi-entity & intercompany accounting 6. AP/AR management 7. Cash flow analysis & variance reporting 8. PCAOB & SOX compliance support

  • GAAP
  • Financial Audit
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Xero
  • Bookkeeping
  • Budgeting & Forecasting Software
  • Financial Reporting
  • Tax Preparation Software
  • US Taxation
  • Accounting Advisory
Chirag J.

Mumbai, India

$8/hr
4.4
137 jobs

Hello there! ๐Ÿ‘‹ Iโ€™m Chirag Jain, a Xero & QuickBooks Certified Advisor and an Indian Chartered Accountant Finalist. ๐Ÿ“šโœจ For 7+ years, Iโ€™ve been helping businesses with bookkeeping, tax preparation, auditing, and related services. For the past 3 years, Iโ€™ve been working closely with Australian clients, assisting them with: โœ… BAS submissions โœ… Payroll processing โœ… IAS form submissions โœ… Payroll tax returns โœ… WorkCover-related services โœ… Accounts receivable & payable management โœ… Payment configurations Iโ€™m also well-versed with QuickBooks, MYOB AccountRight, MYOB Essentials, and Xero. ๐Ÿ’ป๐Ÿงพ After reading your job description, I truly believe Iโ€™m a great fit for this role. ๐Ÿ™Œ Could you please let me know a suitable time for us to connect? Looking forward to working with you! ๐Ÿค Best regards, Chirag Jain

  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Financial Accounting
  • Accounting Basics
  • Bookkeeping
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Account Management
  • Managerial Finance
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Goods & Services Tax
  • Xero
  • MYOB AccountRight
  • MYOB Administration
  • Book Writing
  • Academic Writing
  • Tax Law
  • Tax Law Compliance
Shivam A.

Delhi, India

$5/hr
4.9
51 jobs

Quickbooks ProAdvisor and Xero certified with experience in Wave, Zoho, Odoo, Freshbooks for overs 8 years. ***** 5- "Iโ€™ve had the pleasure of working with Shivam on three projects now, and once again, he delivered excellent results. For the latest project involving Accounts Reconciliation and Data Entry, Shivam demonstrated great attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency. His accounting expertise is evident, and he consistently meets deadlines while maintaining clear communication throughout the process. I highly recommend Shivam for any accounting or data-related work and look forward to collaborating with him on future projects." ***** 5- "I hired Shivam for QuickBooks data entry related to transaction input, and Iโ€™m very pleased with his work. He showed strong proficiency with QuickBooks, was detail-oriented, and ensured accurate and timely data entry throughout the project. Communication was clear and responsive, making the collaboration smooth and efficient. I highly recommend Shivam for anyone needing reliable and skilled QuickBooks data entry support." I specialize in helping businesses manage their financial records efficiently using QuickBooks, Xero, Wave, Zoho, Odoo and many other accounting software. I am proficient in bookkeeping, financial analysis, and budget management. My expertise includes using accounting software for seamless bookkeeping and financial reporting. I work closely with small businesses to streamline their accounting processes, ensuring accurate tax filings and optimized financial health. My goal is to save you time and reduce accounting errors. Also I have working experience on various online platforms like Amazon, Stripe, Shopify, Etsy, eBay, Previously, I've worked with clients from diverse industries, helping them achieve compliance and financial clarity. One of my client projects increased their efficiency by 30% Services we offered: 1- Bookkeeping with any accountancy software 2- Account clean up 3- Month/Quarter/Year-end accounts 4- A/R, A/P, Bank Reconciliations 5- Inventory/stock management 7- Payroll processing Let's discuss how I can support your business's financial goals. Feel free to reach out for a consultation.

  • Accounting
  • Chart of Accounts
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Xero
  • Bookkeeping
  • Wave Accounting
  • Zoho Books
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Balance Sheet
  • Income Statement
  • Payroll Reconciliation
  • Account Management
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Odoo

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Accountants bring clarity to your finances, helping businesses of all sizes manage cash flow, stay tax-compliant, and make data-driven decisions. From doing your monthly bookkeeping to contributing to strategic financial planning, the right accountant can be a trusted partner in your growth, whether you need project-based support or ongoing financial advice.

What does an accountant do?

An accountant is a professional who prepares, reviews, and analyzes financial records for businesses or individuals to ensure accuracy and compliance.

In practice, this means the accountant might manage bookkeeping and ledger maintenance, prepare income statements and cash flow reports, reconcile bank and credit card statements, assist with tax filings, and provide insight into potential cost savings or profitability.

  • They typically work with business owners, department heads, or financial controllers to translate raw financial data into a clear picture of how the business is performing and what it should focus on next 

  • Depending on the accountant's experience and services offered, they may also handle tax preparation, tax planning, and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making

  • Many accounting firms offer full-time or outsourced accounting services, while others focus on project-based support for things like IRS audits or tax return amendments

  • Accountants may also advise on accounting software tools and help set up efficient financial systems to track business finances, transactions, and financial reports

How to hire a freelance accountant on Upwork

Finding the right accountant on Upwork involves clearly defining your needs, evaluating relevant experience, and setting up effective collaboration.

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Step 1: Craft a targeted job post

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  • Start by clearly defining your industry, business size, and desired deliverables.

  • Specify your industry context (e.g., e-commerce, construction) and business stage to find relevant expertise

  • List the specific accounting software you use (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite) to ensure technical fit

  • Use Upwork's job description template for accountants to structure your requirements effectively

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Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Thorough candidate evaluation helps you identify accountants who not only possess the right technical skills but also have a proven track record of delivering accurate, reliable financial work.

  • Review proposals carefully and identify candidates who match your specific financial requirements

  • Check for relevant work history and client feedback that demonstrates reliability and accuracy

  • Look for industry-specific experience and proficiency with your current tech stack

  • Verify certifications such as CPA or CMA status if your project requires high-level compliance work

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The interview stage allows you to assess how candidates approach complex financial scenarios and whether their communication style aligns with your working preferences.

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  • Define deliverables, quality standards, and deadlines clearly within the contract

  • Establish a communication cadence and agree on preferred channels for updates

  • Set up secure file-sharing protocols and provide necessary access to your accounting software

How much does hiring an accountant cost?

Costs to hire accountants vary based on project scope and the accountant's experience, location, and specialization. On Upwork, hourly rates for accountants typically range from $12-$32 per hour. For certified public accountants (CPAs), rates usually range from $19-$70 per hour.

When budgeting for your own accounting needs, consider these typical costs by project type:

Basic bookkeeping or tax filing

$500-$1,500 /project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Monthly bookkeeping for one entity
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Single business tax return preparation

Quarterly financial reporting

$2,000-$5,000 /project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Quarterly reports
  • Budget forecasting
  • Multiaccount reconciliation
  • Variance analysis

System migration or setup

$3,000-$10,000 /project

Senior-level or CPA
  • Cloud accounting software migration
  • Multientity consolidation
  • Audit-ready financial statement prep

Ongoing retainer services

$1,500-$5,000 /month

Mid-level to senior-level
  • Monthly close
  • Financial reporting
  • Tax planning
  • Fractional controller support

Virtual CFO or strategic advisory

$5,000-$15,000+ /month

Expert or CPA-level
  • Strategic planning
  • Fundraising support
  • Multientity oversight
  • Executive-level reporting

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring an accountant worth it?

Yes, hiring an accountant is worth it for most businesses that need accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and strategic planning support. For many small business owners, the cost of hiring an accounting professional is often offset by tax savings and the avoidance of costly compliance errors.

Should I hire a CPA or accountant?

The decision to hire a CPA or accountant depends on your specific needs and the complexity of your finances. A certified public accountant (CPA) is best for complex tax planning, audited financial statements, and representation before the IRS, while a skilled accountant without CPA certification is often a cost-effective choice for routine bookkeeping, monthly financial reporting, and standard tax preparation.

What types of businesses benefit most from hiring an accountant?

Businesses that benefit most from hiring an accountant include startups, e-commerce sellers, professional services firms, and companies with complex tax situations. Even solopreneurs often find that outsourcing accounting tasks allows them to focus on core business activities while ensuring their financial systems are scalable and compliant.

What kind of ongoing maintenance will the accounting system need?

Ongoing accounting support typically includes monthly reconciliation, financial close processes, and quarterly tax planning updates. Most businesses maintain an ongoing relationship with their accountant to handle software updates, categorize new revenue streams, and ensure financial accuracy as the company grows.