Accounting Manager (Remote - Philippines)

Overview

This role is responsible for managing core accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP, strengthening internal controls, and supporting executive decision-making through budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Close: Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and deliver accurate financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in compliance with US GAAP.
• Technical Accounting: Research and resolve complex accounting issues, including revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, and multi-entity consolidation.
• Team Leadership & Review: Supervise and mentor accounting staff; delegate work; review reconciliations and AP/AR and payroll outputs to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Internal Controls & Audit: Establish, monitor, and improve internal controls; serve as the primary contact for external US audits.
• Strategic Planning: Develop budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections; analyze variances to support executive decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Optimize the accounting technology stack (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero, Bill.com) to drive efficiency and automation.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with US federal, state, and local tax requirements.

Requirements

• CPA License Required: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with strong knowledge of US GAAP preferred.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2–3 years in a senior or controller-level role, preferably in a US-based company or BPO setting.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in QuickBooks Online or Xero and advanced Microsoft Excel (modeling, lookups, pivot tables).
• Communication: Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) for presenting to US management.
• Work Schedule: Willingness to work US business hours (night shift in the Philippines).

Compensation & Benefits

• 13–18 USD per hour (fixed)
• Paid bi-weekly
• 40 hours per week
• Weekends off
• PACIFIC STANDARD TIME (Night Shift)

Location

• Permanent remote
• Must have own equipment