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OverviewThe Bookkeeping Manager owns day-to-day delivery and quality of client bookkeeping. You’ll lead and coach a team of bookkeepers, ensure monthly closes are completed on-time, and drive consistency in reconciliations, reporting, and client communication. This role partners closely with Operations leadership and serves as an escalation point for complex bookkeeping issues.Scope of ServicesTeam leadership & coachingManage, coach, and develop a team of bookkeepers (workload planning, training, performance feedback)Maintain coverage plans (backup coverage, cross-training) to protect client continuityClient delivery & monthly closeOversee monthly bookkeeping execution: transaction coding, reconciliations, cleanup work, and reportingEnsure deadlines are met and work is audit-readyQuality controlReview workpapers and financial reports for accuracy and completenessReduce rework by implementing strong review checklists, templates, and root-cause fixesClient communication & escalationsEnsure timely, professional client updates and responsesAct as the escalation point for bookkeeping questions, complex reconciliations, and process issuesProcess & SOP improvementMaintain and improve SOPs/checklists; identify bottlenecks and implement solutionsPartner with leadership to improve onboarding/offboarding workflows and internal standardsTools & systemsEnsure best practices in QuickBooks Online and XeroSupport clean handoffs, documentation, and secure file practices in a remote environmentEach engagement is based on a defined scope of work and is governed by an independent contractor agreement. Services must be performed professionally, with adherence to any timelines, guidelines, and deliverables agreed upon in writing.Skills5+ years in bookkeeping/accounting roles with hands-on month-end close ownership2+ years leading or reviewing the work of other bookkeepers (formal or informal leadership)Strong expertise in QuickBooks Online (required); Xero experience strongly preferredExcellent reconciliation skills (bank/credit card/loan accounts; troubleshooting discrepancies)Strong written communication (client-facing, professional, clear, and timely)Comfortable working in a fully remote environment with structured deadlines and checklistsPreferred QualificationsExperience in a bookkeeping firm / client services environment (multiple clients at once)Experience with cleanup/catch-up projects and process standardizationAdvanced certification (CPA/CMA) a plus, not requiredWork ScheduleContracted Hours per Week: 40 HoursScheduled Working Days: Monday through Friday (unless otherwise mutually agreed in writing)Daily Working Time: 8am to 5pm ESTTerms of EngagementContractors will operate under a Master Services Agreement and a Statement of WorkThis is not an offer of employment; contractors are not employees of 20four7VA or any clientAll compensation is processed through 20four7VA according to the terms of the engagementWhat we offerCompetitive ratesWeekly paymentsVarious open roles are availableFree training and upskillingConstant support and guidanceA vibrant community always ready to support youAnd more!
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