Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager
Worldwide
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations for a portfolio of U.S. clients. The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the month-end close process, reviewing the work of junior accountants, ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, and providing guidance on complex accounting matters. This role serves as the central point of coordination between the accounting team and clients, ensuring deadlines are met, issues are resolved proactively, and client deliverables are completed with the highest level of quality ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฉ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ Accounting & Financial Reporting Manage month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. Review financial records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with U.S. GAAP. Prepare financial reports, variance analysis, and management reporting. Oversee AR, AP, billing, cash activity, and other accounting processes as applicable. Revenue & Technical Accounting Review contracts and transactions for appropriate accounting and revenue recognition treatment. Apply ASC 606 and IFRS 15 principles where applicable. Research complex accounting matters and prepare technical accounting documentation. Process Ownership & Improvement Own accounting processes, ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and proper documentation. Identify issues and improve accounting, reporting, and reconciliation processes. Implement automation to improve efficiency and scalability. Client & Leadership Partnership Work directly with leadership and clients on accounting and financial matters. Clearly communicate financial results, issues, and recommendations. Support reporting, forecasting, cash-flow analysis, and other financial needs. Team Support Review work prepared by junior accountants and provide guidance and feedback. Mentor team members and help maintain consistent accounting processes and quality. Qualifications 5+ years of accounting and financial reporting experience. Strong experience with month-end close, reconciliations, general ledger, and financial statements. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and revenue recognition; ASC 606 experience required. Experience with accounting software/ERP systems. Public accounting or CPA firm experience preferred. Client-facing experience and experience reviewing junior staff preferred. SaaS, technology, healthcare, or professional services experience is a plus. CPA or CA certification preferred but not required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. Skills & Attributes Strong ownership and ability to work independently. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills with clients and leadership. Detail-oriented and highly organized. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong process-improvement mindset. Advanced Excel skills required; Power BI, SQL, Power Automate, Python, VBA, or AI tools are a plus. High level of professionalism, judgment, and integrity. ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ: Part-time, remote 3โ4 hours overlap with U.S. Eastern Time. ๐๐จ ๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ฒ Please Include How many clients/entities have you managed? Which accounting systems do you use most?
- More than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 6+ monthsDuration
- ExpertExperience Level
$15.00
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$25.00
Hourly- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
Skills and Expertise
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About the client
- United StatesNew York4:16 PM
- $19K total spent32 hires, 10 active
- 605 hours
- Individual client
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