Accounting Manager | U.S. GAAP

Job Description

Accounting Manager | U.S. GAAP, Multi-Client Accounting & Financial Operations – Remote | LATAM

Location: Remote (LATAM)

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM CST

Compensation: $1,800–$4,000 USD/month — higher compensation may be available for exceptional candidates

About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an experienced Accounting Manager to join a rapidly growing U.S.-based accounting and advisory firm founded by professionals with backgrounds in private equity and investment banking.

The firm partners with small and mid-sized U.S. businesses, helping owners make better financial decisions through accurate accounting, insightful reporting, and strong financial operations.

This is a high-ownership, client-facing role for an experienced accounting professional who can confidently manage multiple U.S.-based client accounts simultaneously.

You’ll take ownership of:

• U.S. GAAP accounting
• Multi-client month-end close
• Financial reporting and analysis
• AP, AR, and general ledger management
• Payroll and sales tax compliance
• Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Accounting process improvement
• Direct communication with U.S. business owners

We’re particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting construction, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, landscaping, home services, and other blue-collar or field-service businesses.

What You’ll Own

Multi-Client Accounting & Month-End Close

• Own month-end close across multiple U.S.-based client accounts

• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting workpapers

• Manage:

  • Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • General Ledger activities
  • Account reconciliations

• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP

• Ensure accounting deliverables are completed accurately and on time

• Maintain clean, organized, and client-ready financial records

Payroll & Compliance

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule

• Manage employee onboarding within payroll systems

• Work with platforms such as:

  • Gusto
  • ADP
  • Paylocity

• Prepare and submit U.S. state sales tax filings

• Track client-specific compliance requirements and deadlines

• Maintain complete supporting documentation

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Build custom financial reports and dashboards for business owners

• Analyze financial performance and identify:

  • Trends
  • Variances
  • Risks
  • Opportunities

• Support:

  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Cash flow planning

• Translate financial data into clear, actionable business insights

• Help owners understand what their financial results mean for the business

Client Management & Advisory Support

• Manage accounting operations across multiple clients simultaneously

• Communicate directly with U.S. business owners

• Explain accounting and financial concepts in clear, practical language

• Respond proactively to client questions and financial issues

• Build strong relationships through:

  • Accuracy
  • Responsiveness
  • Reliability
  • Proactive communication

• Operate as a trusted accounting partner rather than simply a transactional bookkeeper

Accounting Systems & Process Improvement

• Review and document existing accounting processes

• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements

• Standardize procedures across client engagements

• Improve:

  • Accounting workflows
  • Reporting processes
  • Documentation
  • Internal controls
  • Operational efficiency

• Help create scalable systems as the firm grows

Founder & Leadership Collaboration

• Participate in regular check-ins with company leadership

• Manage and prioritize responsibilities independently

• Proactively communicate:

  • Progress
  • Issues
  • Risks
  • Upcoming deadlines

• Take ownership of client deliverables without requiring constant supervision

• Support leadership as the client portfolio and organization continue to scale

Requirements – Must Have

Experience

• 5–10 years of accounting and finance experience

• Experience managing accounting for multiple U.S.-based clients simultaneously

• Strong understanding and practical application of U.S. GAAP

• Full-cycle accounting experience

• Hands-on experience with:

  • Month-end close
  • Financial reporting
  • AP/AR
  • General ledger accounting
  • Reconciliations
  • Payroll
  • U.S. sales tax

• Experience supporting service-based or blue-collar businesses such as:

  • Construction
  • HVAC
  • Plumbing
  • Roofing
  • Landscaping
  • Home services
  • Field-service companies

Accounting Systems

Strong hands-on experience with:

• QuickBooks Online – Required
• QuickBooks Desktop / Enterprise – Required

Experience with AP and expense-management platforms such as:

• Ramp
• Bill.com

Experience with payroll platforms such as:

• Gusto — preferred
• ADP
• Paylocity

Advanced Excel

Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency, including:

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

Communication & Client Management

• Excellent spoken and written English
• Ability to confidently communicate with U.S. business owners
• Ability to explain complex accounting concepts in simple, actionable terms
• Strong client-service mindset
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines independently

Preferred Background

We’re particularly interested in candidates who have worked within:

• Outsourced accounting firms
• Client Accounting Services (CAS)
• Fractional CFO firms
• CPA firms serving multiple clients

A demonstrated history of long-term employment and career stability is strongly preferred, including 3+ years with previous employers.

What Makes You a Strong Fit

You:

• Take ownership rather than waiting for constant direction
• Can independently manage multiple client accounts
• Understand U.S. GAAP and full-cycle accounting
• Are highly proficient with QuickBooks
• Communicate confidently with U.S. clients
• Can translate financial numbers into meaningful business insights
• Stay organized across competing deadlines
• Proactively identify and solve accounting issues
• Bring energy, accountability, and a strong client-service mindset
• Thrive in growing, entrepreneurial environments

What a Typical Day Looks Like

You may:

• Review accounting activity across multiple client accounts
• Complete month-end close tasks and reconciliations
• Prepare and review financial statements
• Manage AP, AR, and general ledger activity
• Process payroll or review payroll requirements
• Prepare U.S. state sales tax filings
• Analyze client financial performance
• Update forecasts and cash flow projections
• Meet with U.S. business owners to discuss financial results
• Build custom financial reports and dashboards
• Improve accounting workflows and documentation
• Check in with company leadership regarding priorities and client needs

In short: you own the accounting operations across a portfolio of U.S. businesses while helping owners understand their numbers and make better financial decisions.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely month-end closes
• High-quality U.S. GAAP financial reporting
• Reliable payroll and sales tax compliance
• Strong client satisfaction and retention
• Clear, actionable financial insights for business owners
• Well-organized accounting records and workpapers
• Proactive communication and problem-solving
• Continuous improvement of accounting workflows and processes
• Strong leadership and client confidence in your work

Why Join

• Fully remote role
• $1,800–$4,000 USD/month, with flexibility for exceptional candidates
• Direct exposure to company founders
• Significant ownership and autonomy
• Work directly with U.S. business owners
• Above-market compensation potential for top performers
• Rapidly growing accounting and advisory firm
• Long-term stability and advancement potential
• Strong career growth opportunities as the organization scales

Interview Process

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

Apply Now

If you:

• Have 5–10 years of accounting and finance experience
• Have managed accounting for multiple U.S.-based clients
• Have strong U.S. GAAP knowledge
• Are highly proficient in QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop/Enterprise
• Have supported construction, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, landscaping, or similar service businesses
• Can confidently communicate with U.S. business owners
• Want significant ownership within a rapidly growing accounting firm

We’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help U.S. business owners build stronger, more financially informed companies.

Important: Spark Hire Video Interview

As part of our application process, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a one-way video interview through Spark Hire.

This is your opportunity to introduce yourself and highlight your experience with U.S. GAAP, multi-client accounting, QuickBooks, month-end close, payroll, financial reporting, sales tax, and working directly with U.S. business owners.

Please complete your Spark Hire interview promptly after receiving the invitation. Candidates who do not complete the video interview may not move forward in the hiring process.

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