Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager – Remote Opportunity with a Growing Global Enterprise

Join an innovative, fast-paced organization as an Accounting Manager, where you'll lead critical accounting operations and drive efficiency through technology and process enhancements. This contract role offers a dynamic environment focused on collaboration, operational excellence, and technological innovation, with a potential path to full-time employment for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, accounts payable, and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small, high-performing accounting team, fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvements, leveraging automation and AI tools to streamline workflows and increase efficiency.
• Establish and maintain internal controls, build approval workflows, and ensure thorough documentation to support audit readiness.
• Partner cross-functionally with finance, operational, and technology teams to support strategic initiatives.
• Conduct detailed variance analyses on the P&L and balance sheet, proactively investigating anomalies and recommending corrective actions.
• Evaluate, select, and optimize accounting systems, including hands-on experience with NetSuite and other integrated financial tools.

Required Skills:

• 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, combining public accounting and startup/tech environments preferred.
• Strong, hands-on expertise with general ledger management, month-end close, and US GAAP compliance.
• Proven ability to lead process improvements and implement automation solutions.
• Exceptional communication skills, responsive teamwork, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a small, dynamic team.
• Experience evaluating and implementing financial systems and workflow automation, with a particular focus on AI-enabled tools.
• Familiarity with NetSuite, Bill.com, and Scoro is highly advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills, operational mindset, and high level of ownership.

Nice to Have Skills:

• AI experience or interest in leveraging AI to enhance accounting processes.
• Public accounting background or CPA certification.
• Knowledge of additional financial systems or automation technologies.
• Proficiency in process design and ongoing operational scalability.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA license highly preferred.
• 5-8 years of relevant accounting experience, with a track record of working in environments that require adaptability and technological proficiency.

Additional Requirements:

• Remote work setup; candidates primarily based in East Coast or Central time zones preferred; Pacific time zone candidates considered if able to work East Coast hours.
• Ability to start immediately and commit to a 2-3 month contract, with potential extension or full-time conversion following a successful initial period.
• A proactive, autonomous work style with a passion for process improvement and technological innovation.

This is a fantastic opportunity to influence financial operations at a forward-thinking organization, leveraging your skills to create scalable, automated solutions that support rapid growth and strategic excellence.