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Sumit A.

Bangalore, India

$15/hr
4.8
80 jobs

Ten years Professional experience in corporate Finance / Cost Management Accounts, Financial Analyst/Consultant & Business Planner, Preparation of Financial Statements & taking care of Tax Matters, Internal Audit of the whole System/ Policies and operational Activities including Group Coordination, administration & compromises of Party Ledgers & Bank compromises, Budgeting, Costing, Stock reports, Payroll, working with manufactured programming Quickbooks, Xero & ERP, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Business Plan and catch up of operational Activities of the Organization. My primary target identifies with giving the great expert administrations to customers to help them in the territory of fund and they will investigation their budgetary position/execution and settle on cool headed choice making in the light of their monetary dissection. Continuously accessible for long haul occupations - Bookkeeping (Quickbooks, Xero, MYOB, Peachtree, Wave) - Project Management - Financial Services & Planning (Analysis, Management & Statements) - Accounting (Ratios, Accounts Receivable / Payable Management) - Personal Assistant - Google Docs (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word) - Budgeting (Accounting & Analysis) - Financial Services & Planning - Accounting Ratios - Payroll

  • General Ledger
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting
  • Tax Accounting
  • Bill.com Accounts Payable
  • Financial Modeling
  • Wave Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Xero
  • Bill.com Accounts Receivable
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Finance & Accounting
Manisha A.

Durgapur, India

$5/hr
4.3
12 jobs

I am a qualified Chartered Accountant as well as a US Certified CPA proficient in accounting, auditing, taxation, bookkeeping and finance related work and having experience of around 6 years, Currently I am working in PWC and handling clients across the globe. I am well versed with various accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Tally, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft and other accounting packages. Have handled more than 150+ clients on an average yearly basis. I have served both listed and unlisted clients across the globe during this journey. I can provide on time reports and easy solutions to your critical problems.

  • Bookkeeping
  • Tax Return
  • Accounting Basics
  • Accounting
  • Management Accounting
  • Tax Theory
  • Goods & Services Tax
  • Income Statement
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Xero
  • Financial Modeling
  • Investment Banking
  • Balance Sheet
  • Financial Statement
Md Anisur Rahman R.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

$4/hr
4.2
27 jobs

🏅Certified intuit QuickBooks Online Advanced ProAdvisor | Full-Charge Bookkeeper & Accountant | Quickbooks Online Specialist | Quickbooks Cleanup Expert | Experienced Quickbooks Reconciliation | Small Business Accounting | Experienced Real Estate Bookkeeper | Payroll Accounting | Accurately Transaction Categorization | Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation | Account Reconciliation | Accounting Software | Accounts Payable Management | Accounts Receivable Management | Income Statement Preparation | Profit and Loss & Balance Sheet Preparation | U.S. Tax Preparation | Financial Reporting. Are you looking for expert assistance with your quickBooks online setup, quickbooks cleanup, quickbooks bookkeeping, and financial reporting? As a Certified QuickBooks Online Advanced ProAdvisor with over a decade of hands-on experience, I offer professional quickbooks bookkeeping services tailored to meet your business needs. From transaction categorization, Quickbooks cleanup and bank reconciliation to detailed financial reporting, I ensure your quickbooks are accurate, organized, and up-to-date. - QuickBooks Online Setup | quickbooks Cleanup & Reconciliation: Need a QuickBooks cleanup? I specialize in QuickBooks Online setup and account reconciliation. I fix errors, perform bank reconciliation, and handle QuickBooks reconciliation to ensure 100% accuracy. From QuickBooks cleanup to account reconciliation, I deliver precise financial statements. Get your QuickBooks cleanup and bank reconciliation done right! - Expert Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Cleanup by Industry I provide specialized QuickBooks cleanup and bookkeeping services for Real Estate, E-commerce, Construction, and Healthcare. Whether it’s Property Management, Restaurants, or Retail, I deliver expert QuickBooks cleanup. From Vacation Rentals to Plumbing, Cleaning, Electrical, and Landscaping, my bookkeeping services ensure precise, industry-specific results. - Expert Bank Reconciliation & QuickBooks Online Management I provide meticulous QuickBooks Online bank reconciliation and credit card reconciliation to ensure your books are flawless. My QuickBooks Online process fixes discrepancies during bank reconciliation and credit card reconciliation, matching every transaction perfectly. Whether it’s monthly bank reconciliation or a massive catch-up, I keep your QuickBooks Online accounts balanced and audit-ready. - QuickBooks Online Transaction Categorization & Financial Reporting I provide expert transaction categorization in QuickBooks Online to ensure your Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements are 100% accurate. My transaction categorization eliminates errors in QuickBooks Online, providing clear financial reporting. Whether you need monthly transaction categorization or a full cleanup, I deliver reliable QuickBooks Online reports. - Specialized Real Estate Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Cleanup As a Real Estate Bookkeeper, I provide expert QuickBooks Online management for property owners. My Real Estate Bookkeeping includes QuickBooks cleanup for rental income, expense tracking, and QuickBooks Online property reports. From Real Estate Bookkeeping to QuickBooks cleanup, I deliver precise Profit and Loss and Balance Sheets for every property. - Expert Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable in QuickBooks Online I provide expert accounts payable and accounts receivable management to optimize your cash flow. My QuickBooks Online process includes accounts payable tracking, accounts receivable invoicing, and account reconciliation. From aging reports to accounts payable and accounts receivable cleanup, I ensure every payment is tracked and reconciled in QuickBooks Online. - Expert QuickBooks Online Payroll & Gusto Accounting I provide seamless QuickBooks Online payroll and Gusto integration for accurate payroll accounting. My Gusto and QuickBooks Online services include payroll reconciliation, tax filing, and payroll accounting cleanup. Whether you use Gusto or QuickBooks Online payroll, I ensure your payroll accounting is 100% reconciled and compliant. - Customized Financial Reporting in QuickBooks Online I provide expert QuickBooks Online reporting and financial reporting tailored to your business. From QuickBooks Online income statements and Profit and Loss (P&L) to Balance Sheets and Cash Flow reports, I deliver accurate financial reporting. Get the QuickBooks Online insights you need with customized financial reporting and detailed QuickBooks Online statements. Let's work together to simplify your bookkeeping processes and achieve greater financial clarity. Contact me today to get started with expert QuickBooks cleanup and bookkeeping services! QuickBooks Cleanup, QuickBooks online expert, Certified Bookkeeper, Financial Reporting, Quickbooks Reconciliation, Real Estate Bookkeeper, Small Business Accounting, QuickBooksExpert, Quickbooks bookkeeping, Quickbooks Accountant, Experienced Quickbooks bookkeeping accounting, Financial Report.

  • General Ledger
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Bookkeeping
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Financial Reporting
  • Accounts Payable Management
  • Accounts Receivable Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Financial Management
  • Balance Sheet
  • Cash Flow Statement
  • Accounting
  • Management Accounting
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Income Statement
  • Chart of Accounts
  • Financial Accounting
  • Financial Statement
Tajwar K.

Gilgit, Pakistan

$6/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Certified Bookkeeper & Accountant 📚💻✍🏼 📓 A results-driven and certified bookkeeping & accounting professional with a proven track record in delivering precise financial management and strategic support for businesses. I specialize in implementing and optimizing cloud-based accounting systems to ensure accuracy and compliance and provide the financial clarity necessary for informed decision-making. Competencies and Proficiency • Financial Accounting & Reporting: Comprehensive management of financial records, including the preparation of the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement. • Cloud Accounting Platform Expertise: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Zoho Books, and Xero, including system setup, data migration, cleanup, reconciliation, and ongoing management. • Accounts Payable (AP) & Receivable (AR) Management: End-to-end processing, vendor management, collections, and payment processing to optimize cash flow. • Payroll & Tax Compliance: Full-cycle payroll processing and meticulous preparation of supporting documentation for tax filing. • Financial Analysis & Reconciliation: Expert in bank and account reconciliation, financial analysis, and generating actionable reports for stakeholders. • Process Improvement: Skilled in establishing robust accounting frameworks, automating workflows, and converting data from PDF to Excel/CSV for enhanced efficiency. Select Service Offerings • Comprehensive Bookkeeping Clean-Up: Remediation of disorganized records and performance of catch-up bookkeeping to restore financial integrity. • Ongoing Financial Management: Daily, weekly, or monthly bookkeeping, transaction categorization, and account reconciliation. • System Implementation & Optimization: Custom setup of QuickBooks Online and Xero, including Chart of Accounts design and software integration. • Payroll Administration & Tax Support: Accurate payroll processing and preparation of detailed reports for tax preparation. • Accounts Payable & Receivable Management: Systematic management of vendor invoices, client invoicing, and collections. Value Proposition I am committed to providing more than just transactional record-keeping. My focus is on building a partnership where I function as a dedicated extension of your team. You can expect: • Certified Expertise: Formal certifications in bookkeeping, QuickBooks Online, and Xero, underpinned by a strong knowledge of GAAP and tax compliance standards. • Uncompromising Accuracy: A meticulous, detail-oriented approach that ensures the reliability of your financial data • Strategic Partnership: A commitment to maintaining your books and providing the insights you need to drive business growth. Keywords for Search: Certified Bookkeeper, Certified Accountant, QuickBooks Online Expert, Xero Advisor, Financial Accountant, Virtual Bookkeeper, Remote Accountant, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll Processing, Tax Preparation Support, Bank Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Clean-Up Bookkeeping, GAAP Compliance. I am confident that my skills and dedication can bring order and clarity to your financial operations. I welcome the opportunity to discuss how my expertise can be tailored to support your business objectives. Sincerely, Tajwar Kamal

  • General Ledger
  • Financial Reporting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Chart of Accounts
  • Invoice
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Balance Sheet
  • Income Statement
  • Journal Entries
  • Real Estate
  • Google Sheets
  • Excel Formula
  • Payroll Reconciliation
  • Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Light Bookkeeping
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Xero
  • Zoho Books
Ranz Nikko P.

Quezon City, Philippines

$6/hr
5.0
31 jobs

I am professional bookkeeper with exceptional experience in bookkeeping and generating financial statements for small and medium sized business. I have commendable experience in book clean up and pre-audit review including bank reconciliations and error checking. I have worked with clients in and out of my country in different size and nature. Specialization but not limited to the following: Internal Audit Books Clean Up Categorizing and posting journal entries on a daily basis Accounts Receivable Management Accounts Payable Management Monthly Accrued Expenses Invoicing and recording receipts from customer Record billings and issuing checks for payment Bank Reconciliation Credit Card Reconciliation Financial statements preparation and analysis Balance Sheet Profit and Loss Statement Statement of Changes in Owner's Equity Payroll Cash Flow Statement Month end close Software Knowledge but not limited to: Quickbooks Online Quickbooks Desktop Xero Wave Zoho Books Razorsync Trello Accello Core Leaf Asana Slack Whatsapp Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint Knowledge with Dropbox, Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Spreadsheet Soft Skills: Emotional Intelligence Team Player Attitude Growth Mindset Openness to Feedback Adaptability Active Listening Work Ethic As a young accounting freelancer, I am very much excited to contribute my knowledge, expertise, and skills to my future clients here in Upwork community.

  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting
  • Internal Auditing
  • Virtual Assistance
  • QuickBooks Online
  • Xero
  • Wave Accounting
  • Zoho Books
  • Trello
  • Accelo
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • WhatsApp
  • Microsoft Excel
  • RazorSync
Md Mokbul H.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

$5/hr
5.0
7 jobs

💼 QuickBooks Online Cleanup & Bank Reconciliation Specialist | Full‑Service Bookkeeping Across Industries 💼 I provide Quickbooks Online bookkeeping, QuickBooks cleanup, Quickbooks catch up, and bank reconciliation services for businesses across industries including real estate bookkeeping, ecommerce bookkeeping, restaurant bookkeeping, trucking bookkeeping, construction bookkeeping, healthcare bookkeeping, law firm bookkeeping, nonprofit bookkeeping, and startup bookkeeping. My focus is restoring accuracy, eliminating backlog, and delivering tax‑ready financials with reconciled accounts and clean ledgers. 🔹 QuickBooks Cleanup & Catch Up QuickBooks Cleanup and catch‑up bookkeeping solve the pain points of outdated, messy, or incomplete records. I deliver: ✦ Historical quickbooks cleanup: backlog reconciliation, duplicate transaction removal, error correction, and chart of accounts optimization. ✦ Quickbooks Catch up bookkeeping: bringing accounts current, fixing uncategorized transactions, and aligning balances with bank statements. ✦ Industry‑specific Quickbooks cleanup: Airbnb bookkeeping cleanup, Amazon FBA bookkeeping cleanup, Shopify bookkeeping cleanup, Stripe bookkeeping cleanup, PayPal bookkeeping cleanup, Etsy bookkeeping cleanup, property management bookkeeping cleanup, medical practice bookkeeping cleanup, nonprofit bookkeeping cleanup. ✦ Year‑end cleanup: preparing books for tax filing, adjusting retained earnings, and reconciling prior year balances. ✦ Multi‑year catch up bookkeeping: restoring accuracy for businesses with several years of backlog. 🔹 Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation Bank reconciliation is the backbone of accurate bookkeeping. I provide: ✦ Bank reconciliation: matching deposits, withdrawals, and transfers with QuickBooks Online records. ✦ Credit card reconciliation: aligning merchant transactions, card charges, and payments with statements. ✦ Merchant reconciliation: PayPal reconciliation, Stripe reconciliation, Square reconciliation, Shopify reconciliation, Etsy reconciliation. POS reconciliation: syncing daily sales from restaurant POS systems, cafes, and retail stores. ✦ Specialized reconciliation: fleet fuel reconciliation for trucking, donation reconciliation for nonprofits, escrow/trust reconciliation for law firms, Airbnb payout reconciliation for property managers. ✦ Error resolution: fixing bank feed mismatches, beginning balance issues, undeposited funds cleanup, unapplied payments fix, duplicate entry removal. 🔹 Transaction Categorization & Chart of Accounts Accurate categorization ensures reliable reporting. I provide: ✦ Transaction categorization: income, expenses, assets, liabilities, and equity classification. ✦ Chart of accounts setup: industry‑specific COA for real estate, construction, trucking, ecommerce, healthcare, law firms, restaurants, nonprofits. ✦ Inventory reconciliation: ecommerce COGS reconciliation, Shopify inventory reconciliation, Amazon FBA inventory reconciliation, WooCommerce reconciliation. ✦ Payroll reconciliation: mapping payroll liabilities, employee onboarding, correcting payroll errors in QuickBooks Online. 🔹 Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable I streamline AP/AR workflows with: ✦ Accounts payable bookkeeping: vendor bills entry, payments, credits, purchase orders, vendor reconciliation. ✦ Accounts receivable bookkeeping: customer invoicing, sales receipts, unapplied payments fix, collections management, statement delivery. ✦ Industry pain points solved: subcontractor 1099 reconciliation for construction, client escrow reconciliation for law firms, donation receivable reconciliation for nonprofits, fleet vendor reconciliation for trucking. 🔹 Financial Reporting & Tax Preparation I prepare monthly financials, Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Statements, and tax‑ready books. My services include: ✦ Year‑end bookkeeping cleanup: aligning retained earnings, reconciling prior year balances, preparing tax filings. ✦ Tax preparation support: ensuring compliance with IRS, CRA, HMRC requirements. ✦ Industry‑specific reporting: investor reporting for real estate, grant reporting for nonprofits, job costing reports for construction, fleet expense reports for trucking, POS sales reports for restaurants. ✅ Whether your books are two months behind or two years behind, I restore accuracy with QuickBooks cleanup, QuickBooks catch up, and complete bank reconciliation services. My goal is to deliver clean ledgers, reconciled accounts, tax‑ready financials, and stress‑free QuickBooks Online bookkeeping across every industry. quickbooks Online Bookkeeping, quickbooks Cleanup & Catch Up, Bank Reconciliation quickbooks Online, quickbooks Certified ProAdvisor, QuickBooks Payroll Reconciliation, quickbooks Accounts Payable Management, QuickBooks Accounts Receivable Management, quickbooks Financial Reporting, quickbooks Tax Ready Bookkeeping, quickbooks Ecommerce Bookkeeping (Amazon, Shopify, Etsy), QuickBooks QBO

  • Accounting
  • Accounting Basics
  • Bookkeeping
  • Light Bookkeeping
  • QuickBooks Online
  • QuickBooks Online API
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Accounting Principles & Practices
  • Accounting Software
  • Accounting Tools Setup
  • Tax Accounting
  • Tax Preparation Software
  • Balance Sheet
  • Xero

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How to Hire Top General Ledger Accountants

GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANTS

What is a general ledger? 

A general ledger is the primary accounting record for an organization. It contains all the transactions occurring within a company including balance sheet accounts (e.g., assets, equity, liabilities) and income statement accounts (revenues, expenses).

Here’s a quick overview of the skills you should look for in general ledger accounting professionals:

  • General ledger accounting
  • Double-entry bookkeeping
  • Accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho Books)

Why do you want to hire general ledger accountants?

The trick to finding top general ledger accountants is to identify your needs. Is your goal to generate balance sheets and income statements from a balanced general ledger? Will you need expertise with certain software such as Zoho Books to manage your general ledger? The cost of your project will depend largely on your scope of work and the specific skills needed to bring your project to life.

HOW TO HIRE GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANTS

General ledger accountants can give you a bird’s eye view of all the transactions occurring between accounts within your organization.

So how do you hire general ledger accountants? What follows are some tips for finding top general ledger accountants on Upwork.

How to shortlist general ledger accounting professionals

As you’re browsing available general ledger accounting consultants, it can be helpful to develop a shortlist of the professionals you may want to interview. You can screen profiles on criteria such as:

  • Organization fit. You want a general ledger accountant with experience managing accounts for a similar type of business or nonprofit.
  • Project experience. Screen candidate profiles for specific skills and experience (e.g., maintaining a general ledger in QuickBooks).
  • Feedback. Check reviews from past clients for glowing testimonials or red flags that can tell you what it’s like to work with a particular general ledger accountant.

How to write an effective general ledger accounting job post

With a clear picture of your ideal general ledger accountant in mind, it’s time to write that job post. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

An effective general ledger accounting job post should include:

  • Scope of work: From general bookkeeping to financial statements, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain types of organizations or accounting software, mention this here.
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

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  1. Identify your project needs, whether it’s balancing the general ledger or producing financial reports.
  2. Define the scope of work and write a detailed job post. Be specific about deliverables (e.g., prepare a chart of accounts for your organization).
  3. Review proposals and shortlist potential general ledger accountants for unique skills needed to bring your project to life (e.g., maintaining a ledger manually via Excel).
  4. Interview general ledger accounting talent to gauge whether they’re the right fit for your project.

FAQS FOR HIRING GENERAL LEDGER ACCOUNTANTS

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to hire a general ledger accountant?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced general ledger accountant may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their general ledger accounting more competitively.

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.

How long should you contract a general ledger accountant to complete your project?

As difficult as it is to estimate how long you will need a general ledger accountant, budgeting time is very important to keeping your project on track.

Be prepared to budget more time for more-demanding general ledger accounting projects. For example, balancing the books for a small business will typically take less time than maintaining the general ledger for a large enterprise with complex investment and equity accounts.

What are the steps involved to hire general ledger accountants?

Here’s how to hire general ledger accounting consultants in four simple steps: