Job Description
Accounting Manager (GAAP, Multi-Entity, Month-End Close, Payroll) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
We’re hiring a hands-on Accounting Manager to own financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, and core accounting operations across complex, multi-entity client accounts.
This is a high-accountability, execution-focused role — not basic bookkeeping. You’ll be responsible for:
- Clean, accurate financials
- Strong GAAP compliance
- Reliable reporting across entities
- Structured, scalable accounting systems
If you thrive in organized environments, value precision, and take full ownership of financial accuracy, this role is for you.
What You’ll Own
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
Execute month-end and year-end close with speed and accuracy
Prepare financial statements:
- Balance Sheet
- Income Statement (P&L)
- Supporting schedules
Maintain clean, audit-ready workpapers
Ensure compliance with GAAP and reporting timelines
Payroll & Employee Setup
- Process payroll using platforms like Gusto (or similar systems)
- Manage employee onboarding within payroll systems
- Ensure compliance with U.S. payroll regulations
- Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation
Core Accounting Operations
- Oversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Maintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities
- Manage day-to-day accounting with strong attention to detail
- Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies quickly
Sales Tax & Compliance
- Calculate and file U.S. state sales tax accurately and on time
- Maintain proper documentation for all filings
- Ensure compliance with federal and state requirements
Reporting, Analysis & Forecasting
- Build custom reports to support business insights
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Deliver clear financial analysis and data-driven insights
Process Improvement & Documentation
- Review and improve accounting workflows
- Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions
- Standardize SOPs across clients and systems
- Ensure consistency, scalability, and accuracy
Client & Internal Coordination
- Communicate with leadership on priorities and deliverables
- Support client-facing financial discussions when needed
- Align on reporting timelines and expectations
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- Highly detail-oriented with strong financial discipline
- Execution-focused — you get things done accurately the first time
- Comfortable managing complex, multi-entity accounting structures
- Strong communicator with ability to explain financials clearly
- Proactive problem-solver who identifies and fixes issues early
Requirements (Must-Have)
Non-Negotiables
5+ years of accounting or finance experience
Strong experience with accrual accounting / GAAP financials
Experience managing:
- Multi-entity
- Multi-location
- Multi-segment businesses
Proficiency in:
- QuickBooks Online / Desktop / Enterprise
Advanced Excel skills:
- XLOOKUP
- INDEX/MATCH
- Pivot Tables
- Data Tables
Payroll experience (Gusto or similar platforms)
Experience with U.S. sales tax filings
Strong written and verbal English communication
Nice to Have
Experience with NetSuite
Familiarity with:
- ADP
- Paylocity
Experience with:
- Ramp
- Bill.com
Exposure to time-tracking tools (e.g., Clockify)
Background in outsourced accounting firms
Tools & Systems
- QuickBooks (Online/Desktop/Enterprise)
- Gusto / ADP / Paylocity
- Excel / Google Sheets
- Bill.com / Ramp
- NetSuite (plus)
Operational Environment (Important)
This role is execution-heavy and accuracy-driven.
You’ll Be Supported By:
- Structured workflows and systems
- Direct communication with leadership
- Clear reporting expectations
You Own:
- Clean, accurate financials
- On-time close cycles
- Payroll and compliance execution
- Organized accounting systems
- Proactive issue resolution
What Success Looks Like
- On-time, accurate month-end close
- Error-free financial reporting
- Clean and organized multi-entity books
- Timely payroll and tax compliance
- Strong leadership confidence in financial data
Key Metrics (KPIs)
- Close completed accurately and on time
- Zero material reporting errors
- Clean, audit-ready documentation
- Payroll processed without discrepancies
- Compliance with all tax and reporting deadlines
Interview Process
- Initial Screening Call
- Recruiter Interview
- Final Interview
- Practical Assessment (Accounting Scenario)
- Offer & Onboarding
Apply Now
If you’re an execution-driven Accounting Manager who values precision, ownership, and clean financial systems, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take ownership of accounting operations across complex, high-impact client environments.
