Part-Time U.S. Bookkeeping & Tax Support Specialist

Company: Krieto
Preferred Location: Currently residing in Kerala (Remote)
Employment Type: Part-Time Employee
Work Arrangement: Fully Remote | Flexible Working Hours
Compensation: ₹3,000–₹5,000 per month

About Krieto

Krieto is a startup U.S.-focused advertising, digital marketing, and business growth company. We work with businesses to strengthen their market presence and support their growth through digital marketing, advertising, creative services, and technology solutions.

We are looking for a dependable and experienced accounting professional to manage Krieto's bookkeeping and accounting operations and support the company's U.S. tax preparation and compliance requirements.

This is an ongoing, flexible, part-time employment opportunity for someone with practical experience in U.S. bookkeeping and accounting who can independently manage financial records and coordinate effectively with U.S.-based tax professionals.

Position Overview

The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining Krieto's accounting records, monitoring financial transactions, reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, maintaining freelancer and employee payment records, and ensuring that the company's books remain accurate and organized throughout the year.

The candidate will also take responsibility for year-end accounting activities, preparing tax-related documentation and draft tax information, and coordinating with a U.S.-based CPA during the tax season.

We are looking for someone who understands how U.S. businesses operate from an accounting perspective. Experience limited to Indian bookkeeping, GST, or domestic taxation will not be sufficient for this position.

Key Responsibilities1. Bookkeeping and Accounting

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for Krieto.
- Manage the company's bookkeeping using Zoho Books.
- Record and categorize incoming client payments, invoices, business expenses, and other financial transactions.
- Maintain records of accounts receivable and accounts payable.
- Monitor outstanding client invoices and pending payments.
- Maintain proper documentation and supporting records for all transactions.
- Reconcile bank accounts and business credit card statements.
- Identify discrepancies, duplicate entries, missing transactions, and accounting errors.
- Ensure that financial records are consistently organized and ready for reporting and tax preparation.

2. Freelancer and Employee Payment Records

- Maintain accurate records of payments made to freelancers, vendors, and service providers.
- Review freelancer invoices and payment requests for accuracy and completeness.
- Categorize freelancer expenses appropriately and maintain supporting documentation.
- Track payment dates, amounts, outstanding balances, and payment references.
- Maintain the company's employee compensation and salary records.
- Prepare monthly payment summaries and schedules for management approval.
- Record completed payments and reconcile them against the accounting records.
- Maintain appropriate documentation for contractor and employee payments, including relevant U.S. tax documentation where applicable.

Note: Actual payment authorization and release of funds will remain with company management.

3. Financial Reporting

Prepare and maintain periodic financial reports, including:

- Monthly Profit and Loss statements.
- Balance Sheets.
- Income and expense summaries.
- Bank and credit card reconciliation reports.
- Accounts receivable and payable summaries.
- Freelancer and employee expense reports.
- Basic cash flow summaries.
- Year-to-date financial performance reports.

The candidate should be able to identify unusual expenses, inconsistencies, and potential financial issues and bring them to management's attention.

4. U.S. Tax Preparation and Tax Season Support

The candidate will be responsible for keeping Krieto's accounting records tax-ready throughout the year and preparing the necessary documentation for annual U.S. tax compliance.

Responsibilities include:

- Maintain organized financial records to support annual U.S. tax preparation.
- Understand the accounting and documentation requirements applicable to U.S.



small businesses.
- Review annual income and expense records.
- Ensure that business expenses are appropriately categorized and supported by documentation.
- Assist with year-end closing and necessary accounting adjustments.
- Prepare annual financial summaries and supporting tax schedules.
- Gather and organize relevant financial documents for tax preparation.
- Prepare draft tax-related information and supporting calculations within the candidate's competence.
- Coordinate with the company's U.S.-based CPA or tax professional during tax season.
- Respond to accounting-related questions and provide the required supporting records to the CPA.
- Follow up on outstanding documentation and tax preparation requirements.
- Maintain copies of completed tax filings and supporting documents.

Important: A CPA or EA license is not mandatory for this position. However, candidates must have practical experience with U.S. business accounting and tax preparation processes, preferably including direct coordination with U.S. CPAs or tax firms.

The company will engage a U.S.-based CPA for professional tax review, advice, and filing where required. The selected employee will be responsible for preparing and maintaining the accounting records and supporting tax documentation.

5. Accounting Process and Documentation

- Maintain a structured digital filing system for financial documents.
- Ensure that invoices, receipts, statements, and payment records are properly stored.
- Maintain confidentiality of company and client financial information.
- Follow company accounting procedures and reporting deadlines.
- Inform management of discrepancies, missing documents, or unusual transactions.
- Ensure a proper handover and continuity of accounting records when required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

- At least 2 years of practical experience in bookkeeping and accounting, preferably handling accounts for U.S.-based businesses.
- Demonstrated understanding of U.S. accounting practices and financial reporting.
- Practical experience with bank reconciliation, expense categorization, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Experience preparing monthly financial statements and accounting reports.
- Familiarity with U.S. federal business tax requirements and annual tax preparation processes.
- Previous experience coordinating with U.S.-based CPAs, tax professionals, or accounting firms.
- Experience maintaining accounting records for small businesses, LLCs, or corporations.
- Proficiency in Zoho Books or comparable accounting software, with the ability to work in Zoho Books.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
- Good written and verbal English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with U.S. small-business accounting and tax documentation.
- Familiarity with Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120-S, as applicable to the businesses previously supported.
- Familiarity with U.S. contractor payment records and relevant tax documentation, including Forms W-9 and 1099.
- Experience with U.S. payroll accounting and compensation records.
- Experience using QuickBooks Online, Xero, or other U.S. accounting platforms.
- Experience preparing year-end financial statements and tax schedules.
- Experience supporting U.S. companies operating remotely or with international teams.

A U.S. CPA or Enrolled Agent license is not required.

Working Arrangement and Schedule

This position is designed for an experienced accounting professional who can manage responsibilities independently within a flexible schedule.

- Fully remote position based in India.
- Part-time employment with flexible working hours.
- No fixed daily attendance requirement.
- Expected workload will generally be limited,



approximately 5–10 working days per month depending on business activity.
- One mandatory online meeting per week, approximately one hour.
- The employee must be available for scheduled meetings and respond to reasonable work-related communications.
- Monthly accounting tasks and reporting must be completed within agreed deadlines.
- Additional work may be assigned as Krieto's business and client accounts grow.

The candidate may organize their working hours independently, provided that assigned responsibilities, reporting requirements, and deadlines are met.

Compensation

The compensation structure is as follows:

Compensation:

Regular months₹3,000

Designated tax preparation period₹5,000

The higher compensation during the tax preparation period recognizes the additional year-end accounting, tax documentation, and CPA coordination responsibilities.

The compensation will be reviewed as the company's accounting workload and number of client accounts increase.

Employment Expectations

- This is an ongoing part-time employee position, not a freelance or one-time assignment.
- The selected candidate will report directly to Krieto management.
- The employee will be responsible for maintaining continuity and accuracy of the company's accounting records.
- All company financial information and records must remain confidential.
- The employee must follow company procedures for handling financial information and accessing accounting systems.
- Bank credentials, OTPs, and unrestricted payment access will not be provided. Financial transactions and payment releases will remain under management's control.
- The employee must maintain proper documentation and provide a complete handover of accounting records when required.

Who Should Apply?

This position is best suited for an experienced accounting professional who:

- Has previously worked with U.S.-based businesses or U.S. accounting firms.
- Understands U.S. bookkeeping and business accounting practices.
- Has practical experience supporting U.S. tax preparation and coordinating with CPAs.
- Is looking for a flexible, continuing part-time employment opportunity.
- Can work independently without requiring daily supervision.
- Is comfortable managing a relatively low-volume business account while maintaining accuracy and accountability.

This position is not suitable for freshers, candidates with only Indian GST or domestic accounting experience, or individuals whose experience is limited to basic data entry.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit their updated resume and provide the following information in their application:

- Total years of bookkeeping and accounting experience.
- Number of years of experience handling U.S.-based business accounts.
- Types of U.S. businesses previously supported (LLCs, S corporations, C corporations, etc.).
- Accounting software used, particularly Zoho Books, QuickBooks Online, or Xero.
- Experience with U.S. year-end accounting and tax preparation.
- Whether they have directly coordinated with U.S.-based CPAs or tax firms.
- Experience with U.S. contractor payments, payroll records, and Forms 1099.
- Current employment status and availability for a flexible part-time position.
- Confirmation that the proposed compensation of ₹3,000 per month during regular months and ₹5,000 during the tax preparation period is acceptable.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a practical accounting assessment to evaluate their understanding of U.S. bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial reporting, and tax preparation support.

Only candidates with relevant practical U.S. accounting experience will be considered.

Pay: ₹4,000.00 - ₹6,000.00 per month

Advantages:

- Flexible schedule
- Work from home

Application Question(s):

- Are you available for mandatory online meetings 1 hour per week?
- Are you okay with the salary range mentioned in the job description?
- Are you okay with the job expectations mentioned in the job description?
- Do you currently reside in Kerala?

Education:

- Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

- U.S Accounting: 2 years (Required)
- U.S Tax coordination: 2 years (Required)

Language:

- Malayalam (Required)
- English (Required)

Work Location: Remote

📌 Part-Time U.S. Bookkeeping & Tax Support Specialist (Fully Remote) (India)
🏢 Krieto
📍 India