Accounting Manager – GAAP, Multi-Entity Accounting, Month-End Close & Payroll

Accounting Manager – GAAP, Multi-Entity Accounting, Month-End Close & Payroll | Remote Position Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours About the Role At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a hands-on Accounting Manager to own financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, and core accounting operations across complex, multi-entity client accounts. This is not a basic bookkeeping or supervisory-only role. You’ll be directly responsible for maintaining accurate GAAP-compliant financials, clean books, reliable reporting, and scalable accounting processes . You’ll work across multiple entities while managing close cycles, payroll, AP/AR, reconciliations, sales tax, reporting, and compliance. If you’re highly detail-oriented, execution-focused, and take full ownership of financial accuracy, this role is a strong fit. What You’ll Own Month-End Close & Financial Reporting Execute month-end and year-end close accurately and on schedule Prepare and review: Balance Sheets Income Statements / P&Ls Supporting schedules Account reconciliations Maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready workpapers Ensure financial reporting complies with U.S. GAAP Investigate and resolve discrepancies before close Maintain reporting consistency across multiple entities Multi-Entity Accounting & General Ledger Maintain accurate general ledgers across multiple entities, locations, or business segments Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliations where applicable Review account classifications and journal entries Ensure transactions are recorded accurately under accrual accounting principles Maintain clean books and resolve accounting issues proactively Payroll & Employee Setup Process payroll using Gusto or similar payroll platforms Set up and maintain employee information within payroll systems Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time Maintain payroll documentation and records Support compliance with applicable U.S. payroll requirements Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including: Accounts Payable (AP) Accounts Receivable (AR) Vendor payments Customer receivables Account reconciliations General ledger activity Ensure accounting records remain accurate, current, and properly documented. Sales Tax & Compliance Calculate and file U.S. state sales tax Track filing deadlines across applicable jurisdictions Maintain supporting documentation for tax filings Ensure filings are completed accurately and on time Support broader federal and state accounting compliance requirements Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting Build customized financial and management reports Support budgeting and forecasting processes Analyze financial results and identify discrepancies or trends Provide leadership with clear, actionable financial insights Help improve visibility into financial performance across entities Process Improvement & Documentation Review existing accounting workflows and controls Identify inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement Create and maintain accounting SOPs Standardize processes across clients and entities Build scalable, repeatable accounting workflows Improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency Client & Leadership Coordination Communicate clearly with leadership regarding financial priorities, deadlines, and issues Support client-facing accounting discussions when required Align with stakeholders on reporting expectations and timelines Explain financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders Escalate accounting or compliance risks proactively What Makes You a Strong Fit You: Take ownership of financial accuracy from start to finish Have a low tolerance for errors Understand the difference between simply maintaining books and producing reliable financials Are comfortable managing complex, multi-entity accounting structures Work effectively under recurring close and reporting deadlines Identify discrepancies before they become larger problems Can balance accuracy, speed, and compliance Communicate financial information clearly Build organized processes rather than relying on manual workarounds Required Experience & Skills Non-Negotiables 5+ years of accounting or finance experience Strong hands-on experience with accrual accounting and U.S. GAAP Experience managing: Multi-entity businesses Multi-location businesses Multi-segment accounting environments Strong proficiency with: QuickBooks Online QuickBooks Desktop and/or Enterprise Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including: XLOOKUP INDEX/MATCH Pivot Tables Data Tables Payroll processing experience using Gusto or similar systems Experience calculating and filing U.S. state sales tax Strong account reconciliation and general ledger skills Excellent written and verbal English communication Strong attention to detail and organizational ability Ability to work independently during U.S. business hours Nice to Have NetSuite experience ADP or Paylocity experience Bill.com experience Ramp experience Google Sheets proficiency Familiarity with Clockify or similar time-tracking platforms Background working for an outsourced accounting firm Experience supporting multiple client accounts simultaneously Experience improving accounting SOPs and internal controls Tools & Systems QuickBooks Online / Desktop / Enterprise Gusto ADP / Paylocity Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets Bill.com Ramp NetSuite Clockify or similar time-tracking tools What a Typical Day Looks Like You might: Review month-end close progress across multiple entities Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts Prepare or review financial statements Investigate accounting discrepancies Process or review payroll Monitor AP and AR activity Complete sales tax and compliance requirements Build financial reports for leadership Review budgeting or forecasting data Improve accounting workflows and documentation Communicate financial updates to clients or internal leadership In short: You ensure the company’s financials are accurate, compliant, organized, and reliable across every entity you support. What Success Looks Like Month-end close is completed accurately and on schedule Financial statements are reliable and GAAP-compliant Multi-entity books remain clean and organized Reconciliations are current and properly documented Payroll is processed accurately and on time Tax and compliance deadlines are consistently met Accounting records remain audit-ready Leadership can confidently rely on financial reporting Key Metrics for Success On-time month-end and year-end close Zero material financial reporting errors Accuracy of account reconciliations Clean and audit-ready workpapers Payroll accuracy and timeliness Compliance with sales tax and reporting deadlines Accuracy and consistency across multi-entity books Quality and reliability of financial reporting Why This Role Stands Out High ownership over core accounting operations Exposure to complex, multi-entity financial environments Direct involvement in month-end close and financial reporting Opportunity to improve and standardize accounting systems Direct communication with leadership and clients Fully remote work environment Clear growth opportunities into: Senior Accounting Manager Controller Finance Manager Director of Accounting Interview Process Initial Screening Call Spark Hire Intro Video Recruiter Interview Final Interview Practical Assessment – Accounting Scenario Offer & Onboarding Apply Now If you: Have strong U.S. GAAP and accrual accounting experience Can independently manage month-end close Have worked across complex multi-entity environments Take pride in clean books and accurate financial reporting Are comfortable owning payroll, compliance, and accounting operations Thrive in structured, high-accountability environments This is a strong opportunity to take ownership of high-impact accounting operations and financial reporting while working across complex client environments. #AccountingManager #GAAP #QuickBooks #MonthEndClose #AccountingJobs #RemoteAccounting #Payroll #FinancialReporting #AccountsPayable #AccountsReceivable #MultiEntityAccounting #FinanceJobs #RemoteJobs