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Accounting Manager

Key Facts

Full time
Senior (5-10 years)
22 - 48K yearly
English

Other Skills

  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 5–10 years of accounting and finance experience
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
  • Experience managing accounting for multiple U.S.-based clients
  • Excellent spoken and written English

Requirements:

  • Own month-end close processes across multiple client accounts
  • Prepare and review financial statements and supporting workpapers
  • Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger activities
  • Build custom reports and dashboards for business owners

Job description

Location: Remote (LATAM)
Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM CST
Compensation: $1,800–$4,000 USD/month (higher for exceptional candidates)

About Team

We are a rapidly growing accounting and advisory firm founded by professionals with backgrounds in private equity and investment banking. We partner with small and mid-sized U.S. businesses, helping owners make better financial decisions through accurate accounting, insightful reporting, and operational excellence.

We're looking for an experienced Accounting Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys taking ownership, and can confidently manage multiple U.S.-based clients simultaneously. The ideal candidate has exceptional English communication skills, a proven track record of long-term tenure with previous employers, and hands-on experience supporting multiple U.S. GAAP clients within blue-collar and service-based industries such as construction, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, landscaping, and other field-service businesses. This person is highly organized, client-facing, proactive, and capable of translating complex accounting concepts into clear, actionable insights for business owners.

What You'll Do

Client Accounting Management

  • Own month-end close processes across multiple client accounts.
  • Prepare and review financial statements and supporting workpapers.
  • Manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger activities.
  • Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across all accounting functions.

Payroll & Compliance

  • Process payroll and employee onboarding within payroll systems.
  • Manage and submit U.S. state sales tax filings.
  • Maintain compliance with client-specific accounting requirements and deadlines.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

  • Build custom reports and dashboards for business owners.
  • Analyze financial performance and identify trends.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning initiatives.
  • Present financial insights in a clear and actionable manner.

Process Improvement

  • Document accounting processes and workflows.
  • Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
  • Help standardize procedures across multiple client engagements.

Founder Collaboration

  • Participate in daily check-ins with company leadership.
  • Prioritize tasks independently and proactively communicate progress.
  • Operate with a high degree of ownership and accountability.

Required Experience

  • 5–10 years of accounting and finance experience.
  • Experience managing accounting for multiple U.S.-based clients simultaneously.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
  • Experience supporting businesses in service-based industries such as construction, HVAC, plumbing, landscaping, roofing, home services, or related sectors.
  • Proven history of long-term employment (3+ years with previous employers preferred).
  • Excellent spoken and written English with the ability to confidently discuss accounting concepts with U.S. business owners.

Technical Requirements

Accounting Systems

  • QuickBooks Online (required)
  • QuickBooks Desktop / Enterprise (required)

AP & Expense Management

  • Ramp
  • Bill.com

Payroll Systems

  • Gusto (preferred)
  • ADP
  • Paylocity

Advanced Excel Skills

  • Pivot Tables
  • XLOOKUP
  • INDEX/MATCH
  • Data Tables
  • Advanced formulas and financial reporting

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

  • Takes ownership and solves problems independently.
  • Communicates clearly and confidently with U.S. clients.
  • Can manage competing priorities without constant supervision.
  • Is highly organized and detail-oriented.
  • Thrives in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.
  • Brings energy, accountability, and a strong client-service mindset.

Why Join our team?

  • Fully remote role
  • Above-market compensation for top performers
  • Direct exposure to company founders
  • Significant ownership and autonomy
  • Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding firm
  • Long-term stability and advancement potential

Interview Process

  1. Initial Application Review
  2. Intro Video
  3. Client Interview
  4. Reference Check
  5. Offer & Onboarding

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