Full Charge Bookkeeper

**Position Summary** We're hiring a full\-time, remote Bookkeeper who's ready to grow into a full\-charge role. You'll start out handling core bookkeeping work across a portfolio of clients, and as you build proficiency, you'll take on increasing ownership — eventually managing the full monthly close, financial statements, and payroll for your accounts with minimal oversight. This role is a strong fit for someone who picks up new systems and solves problems quickly, including on their own initiative, and wants a clear runway to grow their skills and pay. **About Us** Lawrence Business Services is a bookkeeping firm serving small and mid\-sized businesses with accurate, timely financial reports to help business owners manage and grow their business. We work with a range of clients across industries, and our mission is to provide financial clarity and peace of mind so business owners can focus on what matters to them. As a remote\-first company, we look for people who do great work independently and take ownership of their piece of the puzzle. **Key Responsibilities** **From day one:** * Enter, categorize, and reconcile transactions across client accounts in QuickBooks Online * Process accounts payable and accounts receivable via our company’s established processes * Maintain accurate, organized records in our company cloud file storage system * Track and meet recurring deadlines across multiple clients using our company workflow system * Flag discrepancies, unusual transactions, or trends that could lead to a downstream issue (e.g., cash flow risk, misstated expenses/income, duplicate transactions) before they compound * Communicate proactively with clients and internal team members when something needs clarification or attention * Look for opportunities to learn and grow in your accounting knowledge, and to support the company’s team culture **As you grow into the role:** * Independently manage monthly and year\-end close for your accounts * Prepare complete financial statements (profit \& loss, balance sheet, cash flow, A/P \& A/R aging summaries) * Process or oversee payroll and related tax filings via modern payroll software * Record journal entries, including adjusting and accrual entries * Coordinate directly with clients' outside CPAs at tax time * Take full ownership of a client's books with minimal day\-to\-day supervision * Look for opportunities to teach/support teammates, and to contribute to our company’s ongoing process improvement and overall growth (good ideas benefit everyone!) **Required Qualifications** * 1\+ years of hands\-on bookkeeping experience * Working familiarity with QuickBooks Online * Strong track record of meeting deadlines * Comfortable working independently with minimal day\-to\-day supervision * Reliable internet connection and a quiet remote work setup **Ideal Candidate Traits** * **Fast, self\-guided learner** — picks up new software, workflows, and unfamiliar problems quickly through documentation,