Finance & Accounting Manager

Finance & Accounting Manager (QuickBooks, Forecasting & Financial Operations) – Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a Finance & Accounting Manager to own financial operations while supporting strategic business decision-making in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

This is not a bookkeeping-only role .

You’ll combine hands-on accounting with forward-looking financial planning, taking ownership of

• Financial operations and accounting accuracy
• Cash flow management and forecasting
• Budgeting and financial modeling
• KPI tracking and reporting
• Strategic financial analysis
• Financial systems and process improvement

• You’ll work closely with leadership to turn financial data into clear, actionable insights that support smarter business decisions.
• If you’re analytical, detail-oriented, highly proficient in QuickBooks and Excel, and comfortable operating independently, this role is a strong fit.

What You’ll Own

Financial Operations & Accounting

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and general ledger activities
• Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks
• Oversee:
• Accounts payable (AP)
• Accounts receivable (AR)
• Financial documentation
• Accounting controls
• Maintain clean, accurate, and audit-ready financial records
• Ensure financial transactions are properly categorized and documented

Cash Flow & Financial Health

• Monitor weekly cash flow and liquidity
• Track:
• Burn rate
• Runway
• Cash requirements
• Financial sustainability metrics
• Identify financial risks and operational inefficiencies early
• Provide leadership with clear visibility into cash position and overall financial health

Forecasting, Budgeting & Financial Analysis

• Prepare:
• Monthly financial reports
• Quarterly reporting packages
• Annual financial summaries
• Build and maintain:
• Financial forecasts
• Operating budgets
• Financial models
• Track actual performance against budget
• Conduct variance analysis and explain key drivers
• Translate financial results into actionable recommendations

Strategic Finance & Decision Support

• Support leadership with analysis related to:
• Growth initiatives
• Operational decisions
• New business opportunities
• Build financial models for:
• Revenue forecasting
• Hiring plans
• Investment decisions
• Evaluate financial implications of business decisions
• Contribute to long-term financial planning and strategy

KPI Tracking & Management Reporting

• Define, maintain, and track key financial and operational KPIs
• Analyze:
• Revenue trends
• Cost drivers
• Profitability
• Operational performance
• Maintain financial dashboards and reporting systems
• Provide leadership with concise insights rather than simply reporting numbers

Tax Coordination & Compliance

• Coordinate with external accountants and tax partners
• Support:
• Tax filings
• Audits
• Compliance requirements
• Maintain organized supporting documentation
• Ensure financial information is readily available for external reporting and compliance needs

Systems & Process Improvement

• Review and improve accounting and reporting workflows
• Identify opportunities for:
• Automation
• Increased efficiency
• Better reporting
• Stronger financial visibility
• Reduce unnecessary manual processes
• Help build scalable financial systems as the organization grows

Requirements – Must Have

Experience

• 3–7+ years of experience in:
• Accounting
• Finance
• Financial Operations
• Hands-on experience managing core accounting processes
• Experience producing financial reports, forecasts, and budgets

Accounting & Finance Skills

Strong hands-on experience with

• QuickBooks
• General ledger accounting
• Accounts payable and receivable
• Financial statements
• Cash flow management
• Budgeting and forecasting

Strong understanding of

• P&L statements
• Balance sheets
• Cash flow statements
• Accounting principles
• Financial reporting

Excel / Google Sheets

Advanced proficiency with Excel and/or Google Sheets , including experience with

• Financial modeling
• Forecasting
• Budget tracking
• Variance analysis
• Financial reporting
• KPI dashboards

Communication & Ownership

• Excellent written and verbal English communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Comfortable presenting financial insights to leadership
• Proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities

Nice to Have

• Startup or high-growth company experience
• Experience with healthcare businesses
• Experience supporting multi-entity organizations
• Familiarity with cash-to-accrual accounting transitions
• Investor reporting or fundraising support experience
• CPA certification or progress toward certification
• Experience improving or automating finance workflows

What Makes You a Strong Fit

You

• Combine accounting accuracy with strategic financial thinking
• Can work independently without requiring heavy oversight
• Understand the story behind financial data, not just the numbers
• Are comfortable building forecasts and financial models
• Proactively identify risks, discrepancies, and opportunities
• Enjoy creating organized, scalable financial systems
• Can communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Thrive in fast-moving, growth-oriented environments

What a Typical Day Looks Like

You may

• Update bookkeeping and financial records
• Review AP, AR, and general ledger activity
• Monitor cash flow and operational spending
• Update forecasts and budgets
• Analyze actuals versus budget
• Prepare financial and KPI reports
• Identify trends, risks, or unusual financial activity
• Support leadership with financial analysis for upcoming decisions
• Coordinate with accountants or tax partners
• Improve reporting and accounting workflows

In short: you are the financial backbone of the business, ensuring leadership has accurate numbers, reliable forecasts, and the financial visibility needed to make informed decisions.

Key Metrics for Success

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Cash flow visibility and financial stability
• Forecasting and budgeting accuracy
• Reliability of accounting records
• Quality of financial insights provided to leadership
• Accuracy and consistency of KPI reporting
• Efficiency and scalability of financial processes
• Leadership confidence in financial data

Why This Role Stands Out

• High ownership across accounting and finance
• Direct collaboration with company leadership
• Opportunity to influence strategic business decisions
• Hands-on exposure to financial planning and business growth
• Ability to improve and scale finance systems
• Opportunity to grow into:
• Senior Finance Manager
• Controller
• Director of Finance
• Head of Finance

Interview Process

• Initial Phone Screen
• Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
• Client Interview
• Offer & Onboarding

Apply Now

If you

• Have strong QuickBooks and financial operations experience
• Enjoy combining accounting with forecasting and strategic finance
• Are highly analytical, organized, and detail-oriented
• Can independently manage financial reporting and planning
• Want to help leadership make better decisions through reliable financial insights

• We’d love to hear from you.
• Apply today and take ownership of a finance function where your work directly impacts financial clarity, operational performance, and business growth.

Important: Spark Hire Video Interview

As part of our application process, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a one-way video interview through Spark Hire .

This is your opportunity to introduce yourself and highlight your experience with QuickBooks, accounting operations, cash flow management, forecasting, budgeting, financial modeling, and reporting .

Please complete your Spark Hire interview promptly after receiving the invitation. Candidates who do not complete the video interview may not move forward in the hiring process.

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