Accounting Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Accounting role at Pavago. Remote, United States · no salary stated · we estimate $75,981–$135,000 across the United States.
Pavago has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Run month-end close, keep workpapers organized and deliver financial reports on schedule
- Oversee payroll, employee setup, payables and receivables across complex client accounts
- Maintain accurate general ledgers across multiple entities and file U.S. state sales taxes
- Build custom reports, contribute to forecasts and budgets, and present financial analysis
- Document accounting workflows, improve inefficient steps and coordinate reporting expectations with leadership and clients
What you bring
- At least five years in accounting or finance
- Strong accrual accounting and GAAP financial reporting experience, beyond cash-basis work
- Experience handling accounting across multiple entities, locations or business segments
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and advanced Excel, including lookup functions and pivot tables
- Experience processing payroll and filing U.S. sales taxes, plus strong written and spoken English
Who this fits
This hands-on manager role suits someone who values precision and can own detailed accounting work across complex structures. It is full-time, remote in the United States, with working hours aligned to the U.S. business day.
From the employer
Job Title: Accounting Manager
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
We’re hiring a highly detail-oriented and execution-driven Accounting Manager to oversee financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, and core accounting operations across complex client accounts.
This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in structured environments, takes ownership of financial accuracy, and can manage multi-entity, multi-location accounting workflows.
This role is not focused on basic bookkeeping or data entry — it requires strong financial understanding, accrual-based accounting expertise, and the ability to handle complex accounting structures.
What You’ll Own
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Execute month-end close processes with accuracy and timeliness.
- Prepare and maintain financial reports aligned with client requirements.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and reporting timelines.
- Maintain clean and structured workpapers.
Payroll & Employee Setup
- Process payroll accurately using systems such as Gusto or similar platforms.
- Manage employee onboarding within payroll systems.
- Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and documentation.
Core Accounting Operations
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities.
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities with strong attention to detail.
Sales Tax & Compliance
- Calculate and file U.S. state sales tax accurately and on time.
- Maintain proper documentation for all filings and compliance activities.
Reporting, Analysis & Forecasting Support
- Build and maintain custom reports for business insights.
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Provide financial analysis and data visualization for decision-making.
Process Improvement & Documentation
- Review and document existing accounting processes.
- Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Standardize workflows across clients and systems.
Client & Internal Coordination
- Communicate regularly with leadership on priorities and deliverables.
- Support client-facing communication when required.
- Ensure alignment on reporting timelines and expectations.
Must-Have Experience & Skills
Non-Negotiables
- 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance.
- Strong experience with accrual accounting / GAAP financials (not just cash-based accounting).
- Experience managing multi-entity, multi-location, or multi-segment businesses.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (and/or Desktop/Enterprise).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (XLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, Pivot Tables, Data Tables).
- Experience processing payroll using systems such as Gusto (or similar).
- Experience with U.S. sales tax filings.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with NetSuite.
- Familiarity with Paylocity or ADP.
- Experience using Ramp or Bill.com.
- Exposure to time-tracking tools such as Clockify.
- Background working in outsourced accounting firms or similar environments.
Operational Environment (Important)
This role is execution-focused and accuracy-driven.
You’ll be supported by:
- Structured workflows and accounting systems.
- Direct communication with leadership.
- Clear expectations on reporting and timelines.
Your ownership is focused on:
- Accurate financial reporting and clean month-end closes.
- Strong payroll and compliance execution.
- Maintaining organized and error-free accounting systems.
- Managing complex accounting structures with confidence.
- Proactively identifying and solving accounting issues.
This role rewards precision, accountability, consistency, and strong financial ownership.
Key Metrics for Success
- Accuracy and timeliness of month-end close.
- Error-free financial reporting and documentation.
- Clean and organized accounting records across entities.
- Timely and accurate payroll processing.
- Compliance with tax filings and reporting requirements.
- Leadership confidence in financial accuracy and reliability.
Interview Process
- Initial Screening Call
- Recruiter Interview
- Final Interview
- Offer & Onboarding
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