Part-Time Accounting Assistant / Bookkeeper

**Location:** McLean, VA – Primarily Remote **Hours:** 10–15 hours per week **Pay:** $30–35/hour, depending on experience About the Position Small CPA firm based in McLean, Virginia is seeking an experienced, dependable **Part\-Time Accounting Assistant / Bookkeeper** for long\-term accounting support. Our clients are primarily small businesses and professionals in the entertainment and creative industries. The firm provides bookkeeping, project accounting, tax preparation, and business compliance services. This is primarily a remote, behind\-the\-scenes accounting role with limited client interaction. Candidates must be local to the DC/Northern Virginia area and available to meet in McLean approximately once per month. Responsibilities * QuickBooks Online bookkeeping * Bank and credit card reconciliations * Month\-end and year\-end accounting support * Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules * Project/job cost tracking and reconciliations * Organize tax documents and prepare tax workpapers * Assist with business registrations and compliance filings * Maintain organized and confidential client records Qualifications * 3\+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience * Strong QuickBooks Online skills * Strong Excel skills * Experience with bank and credit card reconciliations * Excellent attention to detail and organization * Ability to work independently and meet deadlines * CPA firm or small\-business accounting experience preferred * Project/job\-cost accounting experience is a plus CPA license is **not required**. Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone interested in **stable, flexible, long\-term part\-time work**. This could be an excellent fit for an experienced bookkeeper, former staff accountant, semi\-retired accounting professional, or someone returning to the accounting workforce. Candidates currently operating or actively building their own bookkeeping, tax, or accounting practice are not preferred. Location \& Other Requirements * Must be located in the Northern Virginia/DC/MD area * Must be available for an in\-person interview in McLean, VA * Must be available for approximately one in\-person meeting per month * Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; no current or future visa sponsorship is available * Must maintain strict confidentiality of client financial and tax information * Confidentiality and client non\-solicitation agreements required To Apply Please submit your resume along with: * QuickBooks Online experience * Weekly availability * Desired hourly rate * Confirmation that you can occasionally meet in McLean, VA Pay: $30\.00 \- $35\.00 per hour Expected hours: 10\.0 – 15\.0 per week Work Location: Remote