Bookkeeping Associate

**We're Osome** - an international fintech startup making the lives of entrepreneurs easier. We help thousands of businesses kick admin, accounting and bookkeeping out of their day-to-day, so they can spend more time on what's important to them. We've developed a unique solution that combines SaaS with a human-in-the-loop approach to provide full-fledged services in real-time.

We're experiencing tremendous growth in both clients and team members. We have over 500 people in our global offices. We're looking for more bright minds who'd love to change the world by solving complex problems.

**What you'll do**:
Perform day-to-day bookkeeping tasks for assigned clients, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

Ensure accurate and timely entry of financial transactions into bookkeeping software and systems by collecting the required accounting supporting documents from clients.

Reconcile bank statements and any other financial records to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial data.

Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable which includes reviewing the categorization and reconciliation of both purchase invoices and sales invoices.

Ensure the accuracy and quality of financial reports, such as profit and loss statements and balance sheets by performing quality checks on the bookkeeping data.

Collaborate with team members and the Bookkeeping Quality Assurance Team Lead to resolve discrepancies, identify areas for process improvement, and ensure compliance with accounting principles and client-specific requirements.

Communicate and coordinate with clients to gather financial information, address inquiries, and provide support as needed.

Stay updated on industry best practices, accounting regulations, and software updates relevant to bookkeeping tasks.

**Who you are**:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Relevant experience and certifications (e.g., Certified Bookkeeper) will be considered.

Proven experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles, with a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles, practices, and relevant software exposure.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial data review, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.

Proficiency in using bookkeeping software and tools, along with the ability to adapt to new technologies and software platforms as we develop our own accounting software.

Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members and clients.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, following instructions and seeking guidance when needed.

Strong knowledge of accounting standards, regulations, and compliance requirements which includes but not limited to accurate journal entries.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with integrity. Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse financial data and identify solutions.

***Our Benefits**:
Osome grows alongside you, but we already have a few perks:
Competitive salary

Multi-cultural environment to enhance your global perspective.

Learning opportunities and mentorship from peers and leaders, including a yearly continuous professional development budget

Mental Health Leaves

Flexible working arrangement; Hybrid working arrangement

**Equal Opportunity Statement**

At OSOME, creating a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel comfortable really matters.