Careerswift

Accounting Assistant at Careerswift (United States)

Careerswift· United States·

Role details

Work type
Remote
Employment
Full-Time

Job description

Bilgewater Group is a Chicago-based diversified services company founded in 2003. We operate across two core divisions: food service and care. Our food service division manages a network of quick-service and counter-service locations across the greater Chicagoland area, serving thousands of customers every day at high-traffic venues, including commercial districts, transit hubs, and retail centers.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day accounting activities and help maintain accurate financial records. This role is a good fit for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with numbers, documents, and spreadsheets in a remote environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Assist with routine accounting and bookkeeping tasks
  • Enter and maintain financial information in accounting systems and spreadsheets
  • Review invoices, payments, and financial documents for accuracy
  • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
  • Assist with account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
  • Maintain organized financial records and documentation
  • Prepare basic reports and provide administrative support to the accounting team

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Previous experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, administration, or a similar role
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Comfortable working with numbers, spreadsheets, and financial records
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
  • Good organization and time-management skills
  • Ability to handle confidential financial information professionally
  • Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment
  • Reliable internet connection and workspace
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States

NICE TO HAVE

  • Experience with accounting or bookkeeping software
  • Knowledge of accounts payable or accounts receivable processes
  • Experience with invoice processing or account reconciliation
  • Background in food service, retail, hospitality, or other multi-location businesses

COMPENSATION

$20–$27 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

HIRING PROCESS

Application Review → Initial Conversation → Interview → Offer

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Bilgewater Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and value a diverse team with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Location: Remote Seniority Level: Junior

Why work at Careerswift

  • Remote-first culture: Roles listed as "Remote" or "Hybrid" with flexibility; San Francisco office available but not required
  • Early-stage impact: Join a company founded in 2025 with only 6 employees — opportunity to shape product, culture, and technical direction from near the ground floor
  • Modern tech stack: React, TypeScript, Python (FastAPI/Django/Flask), Node.js (Next.js/Nest.js), PostgreSQL, AWS, OpenAI, Hugging Face, dbt, Vercel — cutting-edge AI and cloud-native tools
  • AI-first engineering: Work on context-aware AI agents, real-time data ingestion, OLAP optimizations, and LLM-powered features
  • Growth trajectory: Company is in hypergrowth phase (traffic up 872% monthly, headcount up 300% YoY) — strong potential for career acceleration
  • Lean team culture: With only 6 people, engineers will have broad ownership and direct impact on product decisions

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