Accounting Manager – Remote | GAAP, QuickBooks, Month-End Close & PayrollPosition Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Business HoursAbout the RoleAt Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an experienced Accounting Manager to own financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, and core accounting operations across complex client accounts.This is a hands-on accounting role — not basic bookkeeping or data entry. You’ll manage accrual-based accounting, multi-entity financials, payroll, sales tax compliance, AP/AR, and reporting while ensuring financial records remain accurate, organized, and audit-ready.If you have strong GAAP accounting, QuickBooks, Excel, payroll, and multi-entity accounting experience, this role is a strong fit.What You’ll OwnMonth-End Close & Financial ReportingExecute accurate and timely month-end close processesPrepare and maintain financial reports and supporting schedulesMaintain clean, structured, and audit-ready workpapersEnsure financial reporting follows GAAP/accrual accounting standardsIdentify and resolve reporting discrepanciesGeneral Ledger, AP & ARMaintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities and locationsOversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)Manage day-to-day accounting activitiesReview account activity and resolve discrepanciesEnsure accounting records remain complete and accuratePayroll & Employee SetupProcess payroll using Gusto or similar payroll platformsManage employee setup and onboarding within payroll systemsMaintain accurate payroll documentationEnsure payroll is processed accurately and on scheduleU.S. Sales Tax & ComplianceCalculate and file U.S. state sales taxMonitor filing requirements and deadlinesMaintain organized supporting documentationEnsure compliance activities are completed accurately and on timeReporting, Analysis & ForecastingBuild custom financial and management reportsSupport budgeting and forecastingAnalyze financial data and communicate meaningful insightsCreate reporting and data visualizations to support decision-makingProcess ImprovementReview and document accounting processes and SOPsIdentify inefficiencies and recommend improvementsStandardize workflows across clients, entities, and accounting systemsBuild more accurate and scalable accounting processesClient & Leadership CoordinationCommunicate regularly with leadership regarding priorities and deliverablesSupport client-facing financial communication when requiredMaintain visibility into reporting deadlines and outstanding itemsProactively identify and escalate accounting issuesMust-Have Requirements5+ years of accounting or finance experienceStrong experience with accrual accounting and GAAP financialsExperience managing multi-entity, multi-location, or multi-segment accountingStrong proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Desktop, or EnterpriseAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:XLOOKUPINDEX/MATCHPivot TablesData TablesHands-on payroll processing experience with Gusto or similar systemsExperience with U.S. sales tax filingsStrong understanding of financial reporting and month-end closeExcellent written and verbal English communicationHigh attention to detail and financial accuracyComfortable working remotely during U.S. business hoursNice to HaveNetSuite experienceFamiliarity with ADP or PaylocityExperience with Ramp or Bill.comFamiliarity with Clockify or similar time-tracking systemsBackground in outsourced accounting or client-service accounting environmentsTools & SystemsQuickBooks Online / Desktop / EnterpriseMicrosoft Excel / Google SheetsGustoNetSuiteADP / PaylocityRamp / Bill.comClockifyWhat Success Looks LikeMonth-end close is completed accurately and on timeFinancial reporting is clean and error-freeMulti-entity accounting records remain organized and reliablePayroll is processed accurately and consistentlySales tax and reporting deadlines are metAccounting documentation remains audit-readyLeadership has confidence in the accuracy of financial dataKey Metrics (KPIs)Month-end close accuracy and timelinessFinancial reporting accuracyGeneral ledger and account reconciliation qualityPayroll accuracy and on-time processingTax filing and compliance timelinessQuality and organization of financial documentationInterview ProcessInitial Screening CallSpark Hire Video InterviewRecruiter InterviewFinal InterviewOffer & OnboardingApply NowIf you’re an experienced Accounting Manager with strong GAAP, accrual accounting, QuickBooks, Excel, payroll, month-end close, and multi-entity accounting expertise, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now and take ownership of accurate, reliable, and scalable accounting operations.#LI-AG1
Accounting Manager – Remote | GAAP, QuickBooks, Month-End Close & Payroll
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an experienced Accounting Manager to own financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, and core accounting operations across complex client accounts.
This is a hands-on accounting role — not basic bookkeeping or data entry. You’ll manage accrual-based accounting, multi-entity financials, payroll, sales tax compliance, AP/AR, and reporting while ensuring financial records remain accurate, organized, and audit-ready.
If you have strong GAAP accounting, QuickBooks, Excel, payroll, and multi-entity accounting experience, this role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Execute accurate and timely month-end close processes
- Prepare and maintain financial reports and supporting schedules
- Maintain clean, structured, and audit-ready workpapers
- Ensure financial reporting follows GAAP/accrual accounting standards
- Identify and resolve reporting discrepancies
General Ledger, AP & AR
- Maintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities and locations
- Oversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities
- Review account activity and resolve discrepancies
- Ensure accounting records remain complete and accurate
Payroll & Employee Setup
- Process payroll using Gusto or similar payroll platforms
- Manage employee setup and onboarding within payroll systems
- Maintain accurate payroll documentation
- Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on schedule
U.S. Sales Tax & Compliance
- Calculate and file U.S. state sales tax
- Monitor filing requirements and deadlines
- Maintain organized supporting documentation
- Ensure compliance activities are completed accurately and on time
Reporting, Analysis & Forecasting
- Build custom financial and management reports
- Support budgeting and forecasting
- Analyze financial data and communicate meaningful insights
- Create reporting and data visualizations to support decision-making
Process Improvement
- Review and document accounting processes and SOPs
- Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
- Standardize workflows across clients, entities, and accounting systems
- Build more accurate and scalable accounting processes
Client & Leadership Coordination
- Communicate regularly with leadership regarding priorities and deliverables
- Support client-facing financial communication when required
- Maintain visibility into reporting deadlines and outstanding items
- Proactively identify and escalate accounting issues
Must-Have Requirements
- 5+ years of accounting or finance experience
- Strong experience with accrual accounting and GAAP financials
- Experience managing multi-entity, multi-location, or multi-segment accounting
- Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Desktop, or Enterprise
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:
- XLOOKUP
- INDEX/MATCH
- Pivot Tables
- Data Tables
- Hands-on payroll processing experience with Gusto or similar systems
- Experience with U.S. sales tax filings
- Strong understanding of financial reporting and month-end close
- Excellent written and verbal English communication
- High attention to detail and financial accuracy
- Comfortable working remotely during U.S. business hours
Nice to Have
- NetSuite experience
- Familiarity with ADP or Paylocity
- Experience with Ramp or Bill.com
- Familiarity with Clockify or similar time-tracking systems
- Background in outsourced accounting or client-service accounting environments
Tools & Systems
- QuickBooks Online / Desktop / Enterprise
- Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets
- Gusto
- NetSuite
- ADP / Paylocity
- Ramp / Bill.com
- Clockify
What Success Looks Like
- Month-end close is completed accurately and on time
- Financial reporting is clean and error-free
- Multi-entity accounting records remain organized and reliable
- Payroll is processed accurately and consistently
- Sales tax and reporting deadlines are met
- Accounting documentation remains audit-ready
- Leadership has confidence in the accuracy of financial data
Key Metrics (KPIs)
- Month-end close accuracy and timeliness
- Financial reporting accuracy
- General ledger and account reconciliation quality
- Payroll accuracy and on-time processing
- Tax filing and compliance timeliness
- Quality and organization of financial documentation
Interview Process
- Initial Screening Call
- Spark Hire Video Interview
- Recruiter Interview
- Final Interview
- Offer & Onboarding
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Accounting Manager with strong GAAP, accrual accounting, QuickBooks, Excel, payroll, month-end close, and multi-entity accounting expertise, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take ownership of accurate, reliable, and scalable accounting operations.
#LI-AG1
Pavago - Connecting You to Global Remote Opportunities 🌍At Pavago, we redefine the boundaries of talent recruitment. Dive into a world where your geographical location doesn't restrict your career aspirations. As a distinguished international recruitment agency, we specialize in connecting remote talents with companies eager to tap into global expertise.🌟 Why Consider Opportunities Through Pavago?Competitive Pay: Command the salary you deserve, regardless of where you reside.Broad Horizons: Unlock a wide array of remote positions spanning diverse industries and regions.Skill Enrichment: Work alongside international teams, contribute your unique insights, and amplify your career trajectory.Whether you're a seasoned professional hunting for a novel global venture or a budding talent keen on leaving an international imprint, Pavago is your conduit to businesses that appreciate and seek out worldwide perspectives.Embrace a realm where opportunities transcend borders. Together, let's pioneer the next era of remote work. 🚀Explore global opportunities with us today!"
Pavago - Connecting You to Global Remote Opportunities 🌍
At Pavago, we redefine the boundaries of talent recruitment. Dive into a world where your geographical location doesn't restrict your career aspirations. As a distinguished international recruitment agency, we specialize in connecting remote talents with companies eager to tap into global expertise.
🌟 Why Consider Opportunities Through Pavago?
Competitive Pay: Command the salary you deserve, regardless of where you reside.
Broad Horizons: Unlock a wide array of remote positions spanning diverse industries and regions.
Skill Enrichment: Work alongside international teams, contribute your unique insights, and amplify your career trajectory.
Whether you're a seasoned professional hunting for a novel global venture or a budding talent keen on leaving an international imprint, Pavago is your conduit to businesses that appreciate and seek out worldwide perspectives.
Embrace a realm where opportunities transcend borders. Together, let's pioneer the next era of remote work. 🚀
Explore global opportunities with us today!"
