Job Description
Job Title: Accounting Manager
Location: Remote – Latin America Preferred (Colombia strongly preferred)
Type of Contract: Contractor
Salary Range: Market Rates
Language Requirements: High English Proficiency Required (Fluent spoken and written English; strong communication skills are mandatory)
We are seeking a skilled Accounting Manager with experience in outsourced accounting environments to join our growing team. You will play a key role in managing accounting operations for multiple U.S.-based clients, overseeing transactional accounting processes, payroll, reporting, and month-end close activities. Your work will directly impact operational accuracy, financial visibility, and client satisfaction across a diverse portfolio of businesses.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day accounting operations for multiple client accounts simultaneously in an outsourced accounting environment
Execute month-end close processes, including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
Process payroll and support employee onboarding activities through payroll systems
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, bill pay, and transactional accounting workflows
Maintain accurate accounting records and client workpapers within QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop/Enterprise
Prepare and support sales tax filings and ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards and deadlines
Build and maintain Excel-based financial reports, dashboards, budgeting models, and forecasting tools for clients
Must-Have Qualifications
5+ years of accounting or finance experience within an outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, or client-services environment
Proven experience managing multiple clients and priorities simultaneously
Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Desktop/Enterprise
Fluent English communication skills with the ability to confidently interact with U.S.-based stakeholders
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, data analysis, and reporting functions
Experience with payroll processing and accounts payable/accounts receivable workflows
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced remote environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting clients in the Logistics or HVAC industries
Familiarity with tools such as Ramp, Bill.com, Gusto, Paylocity, or ADP
Experience with U.S. sales tax filings and compliance
Background working with founder-led or privately held businesses
Experience creating financial dashboards, KPI tracking, and operational reporting