My VA Support, Inc.

Accountant Assistant (Excel Expert)

Remote, United States remote Entry Salary not listed
remote Technology & IT Curated
Sign in to apply Free account — we bring you straight back to this role.

About the role

This is a remote position.
Only LATAM-based candidates (bilingual in Spanish and English)My VA Support is seeking an experienced Virtual Accountant Assistant with proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks. Applicants should have a high English proficiency level (C1) and are expected to work 45 hours per week from home.Working Hours:Our standard working hours are typically Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Miami, FL time. However, this schedule may vary depending on our clients' needs.Responsibilities:As a Virtual Accountant Assistant, your primary responsibilities will include:Responding to emails

Managing contact lists

Handling complex Excel spreadsheets and formulas

Sorting payroll and revenue data

Taking client payroll data and transferring it into customized Excel templates

Providing customer service as the first point of contact

Additional duties may arise depending on the client's needs

Please note that as an independent contractor, you will be responsible for all contributions to any local or state government entities (income taxes, social security, health insurance, etc.).
Requirements
Candidates must possess the following skills:Proficiency with QuickBooks

Financial skills in a spreadsheet environment

Familiarity with Microsoft products like Word, Excel, PowerPoint (Microsoft Office)

Comfort using Google apps such as Gmail, Meet, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides, and others

Specific Requirements:A minimum of one year's experience with QuickBooks

A minimum of one year's experience as an accountant assistant or in a related role

Must have your own device, headset, and a high-speed internet connection of at least 100 MB

Basic accounting or financial background

Exceptional Excel skills, including experience with pivot tables and formulas

Strong numerical aptitude

Benefits
100% work from home

Weekends off

Office schedule

Originally posted on Himalayas

Interview prep

Walk in with sharper answers.

Use this as a quick practice sheet before you speak with the employer.

Role
Technology & IT Accounting Customer Service Excel Remote Collaboration remote

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Accountant Assistant (Excel Expert) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at My VA Support, Inc.?
  3. Which of Accounting, Customer Service and Excel have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Accounting, Customer Service and Excel.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Accountant Assistant (Excel Expert) role because I can bring practical experience in Accounting, Customer Service and Excel, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes My VA Support, Inc. needs from this hire.

Related jobs.

More roles from this company or category.