Senior Accountant / Head of Accounting

Overview

This role is for an experienced Senior Accountant / Head of Accounting who will take full ownership of the accounting function across multiple business entities. The position is remote and goes beyond traditional bookkeeping, with emphasis on e-commerce accounting, financial visibility, cash flow forecasting accuracy, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Financial Management

• Take full ownership of the accounting function across multiple business entities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in QuickBooks.
• Oversee general accounting operations, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial information across business entities.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting workflows and processes.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Oversee accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR).
• Maintain organized records of incoming and outgoing payments.
• Monitor financial transactions to ensure accurate and timely recording.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve accounting issues as they arise.

E-commerce & Multi-Entity Accounting

• Manage complex accounting operations for e-commerce businesses across multiple companies.
• Maintain accurate financial records for businesses operating across different sales channels.
• Support financial reporting and reconciliation for Amazon-based businesses and other e-commerce operations.
• Improve financial visibility across business entities and revenue streams.

Cash Flow Forecasting & Financial Systems

• Collaborate with Engineering and Machine Learning teams to design and improve cash flow forecasting systems.
• Develop and optimize financial tools, reporting systems, and automation.
• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy and financial planning.
• Translate accounting and financial requirements into actionable insights for technical teams.

Process Improvement & Financial Analysis

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve financial reporting and operational efficiency.
• Analyze financial data to improve cash flow management and overall financial visibility.
• Develop and implement more effective accounting workflows.
• Take initiative in strengthening financial processes and systems as the business grows.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Previous experience as a Head of Accounting, Accounting Manager, Lead Accountant, Financial Controller, or sole accountant responsible for a company's accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and account reconciliation.
• Hands-on experience managing accounting operations independently.
• Experience overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Experience managing financial records across multiple business entities.
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take full ownership of accounting operations and work independently.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive mindset focused on financial accuracy, process improvement, and operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in e-commerce accounting, particularly businesses with complex financial operations.
• Experience managing accounting for Amazon-based businesses.
• Experience serving as the accounting lead for a private-label brand generating most of its revenue through Amazon, TikTok Shop, Meta, or similar e-commerce channels.
• Experience collaborating with software engineers or technical teams to develop financial systems.
• Familiarity with financial automation and cash flow forecasting tools.
• Experience improving financial reporting processes and accounting workflows.
• Experience supporting businesses operating across multiple e-commerce platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: Up to $2,000 USD per month.

Location

• Remote (work from anywhere).

Schedule

• Full-time schedule: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM Mountain Time.