Remote Accountant Jobs in Easley, South Carolina

• * Job Title:RemoteRemote Accountant• * Location:Remote — based in Easley, South CarolinaAbout the RoleWe are seeking a detail‑drivenRemote Accountant who will become the financial backbone of our fast‑growing SaaS company. Reporting directly to the Controller, you will own the full accounting cycle for a portfolio of clients located primarily in Easley, South Carolina while collaborating with cross‑functional teams across the United States. Your work will ensure that our books are accurate, regulatory compliance is maintained, and strategic financial insights are delivered on time.By safeguarding the integrity of our financial data, you will enable senior leadership to make data‑driven decisions that fuel growth and expand our market share in Easley, South Carolina and beyond. Key Responsibilities- Month‑end & year‑end close – Execute a 5‑day close process for our primary entity, preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and delivering accurate financial statements to the CFO. - General ledger management – Maintain the GL in QuickBooks Online and Xero, ensuring proper coding of all transactions and adherence to GAAP.- Accounts payable & receivable – Process approximately 250 invoices per month, manage vendor relationships, and oversee cash application using SAP Business One. - Bank & credit‑card reconciliations – Perform daily reconciliations for up to 15 accounts, flagging exceptions and coordinating with Treasury. - Financial reporting – Generate monthly, quarterly, and ad‑hoc reports in bolthires Excel, bolthires Data Studio, and Tableau for internal stakeholders and external auditors. - Tax compliance – Prepare and file state and federal tax returns for the entity, working with an external CPA firm to meet all filing deadlines.- Process improvement – Lead at least two automation projects per year using Zapier and Power Automate to reduce manual entry time by 20%. - Audit support – Assemble audit schedules, respond to auditor inquiries, and provide documentation for a clean audit opinion. - Cross‑team collaboration – Partner with Product, Sales, and Marketing via Slack and Zoom to forecast revenue, analyze pricing models, and support budgeting cycles. - Internal controls – Conduct quarterly control testing, document findings, and recommend remediation actions.Required Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or equivalent professional experience. - 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a remote or distributed environment. -Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or CGMA is required. - Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Xero, and SAP Business One (minimum 2 years each). -Advanced skills in bolthires Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Power Query) and experience building dashboards in Tableau or bolthires Data Studio.- Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASC 740 (tax), and ASC 606 (revenue recognition). - Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and maintain 99% accuracy in financial reporting. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven track record of collaborating across time zones (e.g., PST‑EST). Preferred Qualifications- Experience with Oracle NetSuite or bolthires Dynamics 365 as a secondary ERP system. - Prior exposure to SaaS revenue models and subscription billing platforms (e.g., Chargebee, Recurly).- Demonstrated leadership in mentoring junior accountants or bookkeepers. - Familiarity with Power BI for advanced data visualization. - Experience supporting a Series B or later‑stage startup, especially in the Easley, South Carolina tech ecosystem. - 85% of meetings conducted asynchronously, with a comfort level using Asana or Jira for task tracking. Compensation & Benefits-Salary: $85,000 – $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience and certifications. - Performance bonus: Up to 12% of base salary based on quarterly financial targets.- Equity: Stock option grant eligible after the first 12 months of service. - Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and a $1,200 annual wellness stipend. - Retirement: 401(k) with a 4% company match. -Remote allowance: $150 monthly home‑office stipend for internet, ergonomic chair, and equipment upgrades (available to employees residing in South Carolina). - Paid time off: 20 vacation days + 12 holidays + sick leave. -Professional development: $2,000 yearly learning budget for conferences, courses, or certifications (including CPA renewal).Work Setup- Time zone: Primarily US Eastern Time (ET) but flexible for candidates in any US time zone; core hours are 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET. - Meeting cadence: Weekly team sync on Zoom (45 min), bi‑weekly finance deep‑dive (90 min), and monthly one‑on‑one with the Controller (30 min). - Communication tools:Slack for daily chat, Zoom for video calls, Jira for ticketing, Asana for project management. - Technology requirements: Reliable high‑speed internet (minimum 50 Mbps download), laptop capable of running bolthires Office 365, and a webcam for video meetings.We provide a $500 stipend for a work‑from‑home laptop if needed. - Security: MFA on all company accounts, encrypted VPN access for sensitive data. Growth-Career path: Progression fromRemote Accountant →Senior Accountant → Accounting Manager → Director of Finance, with clear milestones outlined in our annual performance review. - Mentoring: Paired with a senior finance leader for monthly coaching sessions and quarterly skill‑gap assessments. - Learning budget: $2,000 per year for courses, certifications, or industry conferences; we actively support CPA, CMA, or specialized tax training.- Performance cycles: Six‑month check‑ins and an annual compensation review aligned with company financial health and individual impact. 1. Submit your updated resume, a cover letter that highlights your experience with QuickBooks Online, Xero, and SAP, and a brief (1‑page) case study of a process‑improvement project you led. 2. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; we aim to acknowledge receipt within 48 hours. 3. Interview stages:- Stage 1: Phone screen with HR (15 min). - Stage 2: Technical interview with the Controller (45 min) – includes a live Excel modeling exercise.- Stage 3: Panel interview with Finance Team members (60 min) – behavioral and situational questions. - Stage 4: Final cultural fit interview with the VP of Finance (30 min). 4. We will make a hiring decision within two weeks of the final interview and extend an offer shortly thereafter. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.• If you are passionate about turning numbers into strategic insights and thrive in a fully remote environment while staying connected to the vibrant business community of Easley, South Carolina, we encourage you to.* Apply tot his job