Position Title: Accounting Contractor

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor

Hourly Rate: $18.00 per hour

Expected Hours: 10–15 hours per week

Reporting To: Director of Finance (or designated manager)

Location: Just Ice Tea HQ – Bethesda, MD

Purpose of Engagement

The Accounting Contractor will provide administrative and accounting support to the Finance team through accurate data entry, reporting preparation, and assistance with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. This role is intended to support the day-to-day financial operations of the business by ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial information.

Scope of Services

Data Entry & Administrative Support (Primary Responsibility)

• Enter financial and operational data into accounting and reporting systems.
• Maintain and update spreadsheets, reports, and financial records.
• Verify data accuracy and identify discrepancies for review.
• Organize and maintain electronic financial documentation.
• Assist with recordkeeping and document management.
• Support month-end reporting processes through data gathering and reconciliation preparation.

Accounts Payable Support

• Enter vendor invoices into accounting systems.
• Assist with invoice tracking and coding.
• Maintain vendor files and supporting documentation.
• Support payment processing preparation.

Accounts Receivable Support

• Assist with customer invoice generation and distribution.
• Track customer payments and update records accordingly.
• Support collections efforts through account monitoring and follow-up communications.
• Maintain customer account documentation.

General Finance Support

• Assist with special projects and ad hoc requests from the Finance team.
• Perform other administrative accounting tasks as assigned.

Deliverables

The contractor will be expected to:

• Maintain accurate and timely financial data entry.
• Complete assigned reporting updates by established deadlines.
• Process AP and AR administrative tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain organized electronic financial records and supporting documentation.
• Communicate identified discrepancies or issues promptly.

Performance Expectations

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Professional and timely communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of company financial information.

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, administrative finance, or data entry roles preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong data entry and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with Netsuite is a plus.

Term & Compensation

• Contractor will be engaged on an as-needed basis for approximately 10–15 hours per week.
• Compensation will be $18.00 per hour.
• Contractor is responsible for tracking and submitting hours worked.
• This engagement may be modified or terminated by either party at any time.