Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager | U.S. GAAP, Multi-Client Accounting & Financial Operations – Remote | LATAM

Location: Remote (LATAM)

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

• Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM CST
• Compensation: $1,800–$4,000 USD/month — higher compensation may be available for exceptional candidates

About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an experienced Accounting Manager to join a rapidly growing U.S.-based accounting and advisory firm founded by professionals with backgrounds in private equity and investment banking .

The firm partners with small and mid-sized U.S. businesses, helping owners make better financial decisions through accurate accounting, insightful reporting, and strong financial operations.

This is a high-ownership, client-facing role for an experienced accounting professional who can confidently manage multiple U.S.-based client accounts simultaneously.

You’ll take ownership of

• U.S. GAAP accounting
• Multi-client month-end close
• Financial reporting and analysis
• AP, AR, and general ledger management
• Payroll and sales tax compliance
• Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Accounting process improvement
• Direct communication with U.S. business owners

We’re particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting construction, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, landscaping, home services, and other blue-collar or field-service businesses .

What You’ll Own

Multi-Client Accounting & Month-End Close

• Own month-end close across multiple U.S.-based client accounts
• Prepare and review financial statements and supporting workpapers
• Manage:
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• General Ledger activities
• Account reconciliations
• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Ensure accounting deliverables are completed accurately and on time
• Maintain clean, organized, and client-ready financial records

Payroll & Compliance

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule
• Manage employee onboarding within payroll systems
• Work with platforms such as:
• Gusto
• ADP
• Paylocity
• Prepare and submit U.S. state sales tax filings
• Track client-specific compliance requirements and deadlines
• Maintain complete supporting documentation

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Build custom financial reports and dashboards for business owners
• Analyze financial performance and identify:
• Trends
• Variances
• Risks
• Opportunities
• Support:
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Cash flow planning
• Translate financial data into clear, actionable business insights
• Help owners understand what their financial results mean for the business

Client Management & Advisory Support

• Manage accounting operations across multiple clients simultaneously
• Communicate directly with U.S. business owners
• Explain accounting and financial concepts in clear, practical language
• Respond proactively to client questions and financial issues
• Build strong relationships through:
• Accuracy
• Responsiveness
• Reliability
• Proactive communication
• Operate as a trusted accounting partner rather than simply a transactional bookkeeper

Accounting Systems & Process Improvement

• Review and document existing accounting processes
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements
• Standardize procedures across client engagements
• Improve:
• Accounting workflows
• Reporting processes
• Documentation
• Internal controls
• Operational efficiency
• Help create scalable systems as the firm grows

Founder & Leadership Collaboration

• Participate in regular check-ins with company leadership
• Manage and prioritize responsibilities independently
• Proactively communicate:
• Progress
• Issues
• Risks
• Upcoming deadlines
• Take ownership of client deliverables without requiring constant supervision
• Support leadership as the client portfolio and organization continue to scale

Requirements – Must Have

Experience

• 5–10 years of accounting and finance experience
• Experience managing accounting for multiple U.S.-based clients simultaneously
• Strong understanding and practical application of U.S. GAAP
• Full-cycle accounting experience
• Hands-on experience with:
• Month-end close
• Financial reporting
• AP/AR
• General ledger accounting
• Reconciliations
• Payroll
• U.S. sales tax
• Experience supporting service-based or blue-collar businesses such as:
• Construction
• HVAC
• Plumbing
• Roofing
• Landscaping
• Home services
• Field-service companies

Accounting Systems

Strong hands-on experience with

• QuickBooks Online – Required
• QuickBooks Desktop / Enterprise – Required

Experience with AP and expense-management platforms such as

• Ramp
• Bill.com

Experience with payroll platforms such as

• Gusto — preferred
• ADP
• Paylocity

Advanced Excel

Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency, including

• Pivot Tables
• XLOOKUP
• INDEX/MATCH
• Data Tables
• Advanced formulas
• Financial reporting and analysis

Communication & Client Management

• Excellent spoken and written English
• Ability to confidently communicate with U.S. business owners
• Ability to explain complex accounting concepts in simple, actionable terms
• Strong client-service mindset
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines independently

Preferred Background

We’re particularly interested in candidates who have worked within

• Outsourced accounting firms
• Client Accounting Services (CAS)
• Fractional CFO firms
• CPA firms serving multiple clients

A demonstrated history of long-term employment and career stability is strongly preferred, including 3+ years with previous employers .

What Makes You a Strong Fit

You

• Take ownership rather than waiting for constant direction
• Can independently manage multiple client accounts
• Understand U.S. GAAP and full-cycle accounting
• Are highly proficient with QuickBooks
• Communicate confidently with U.S. clients
• Can translate financial numbers into meaningful business insights
• Stay organized across competing deadlines
• Proactively identify and solve accounting issues
• Bring energy, accountability, and a strong client-service mindset
• Thrive in growing, entrepreneurial environments

What a Typical Day Looks Like

You may

• Review accounting activity across multiple client accounts
• Complete month-end close tasks and reconciliations
• Prepare and review financial statements
• Manage AP, AR, and general ledger activity
• Process payroll or review payroll requirements
• Prepare U.S. state sales tax filings
• Analyze client financial performance
• Update forecasts and cash flow projections
• Meet with U.S. business owners to discuss financial results
• Build custom financial reports and dashboards
• Improve accounting workflows and documentation
• Check in with company leadership regarding priorities and client needs

In short: you own the accounting operations across a portfolio of U.S. businesses while helping owners understand their numbers and make better financial decisions.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely month-end closes
• High-quality U.S. GAAP financial reporting
• Reliable payroll and sales tax compliance
• Strong client satisfaction and retention
• Clear, actionable financial insights for business owners
• Well-organized accounting records and workpapers
• Proactive communication and problem-solving
• Continuous improvement of accounting workflows and processes
• Strong leadership and client confidence in your work

Why Join

• Fully remote role
• $1,800–$4,000 USD/month , with flexibility for exceptional candidates
• Direct exposure to company founders
• Significant ownership and autonomy
• Work directly with U.S. business owners
• Above-market compensation potential for top performers
• Rapidly growing accounting and advisory firm
• Long-term stability and advancement potential
• Strong career growth opportunities as the organization scales

Interview Process

• Initial Application Review
• Intro Video
• Client Interview
• Reference Check
• Offer & Onboarding

Apply Now

If you

• Have 5–10 years of accounting and finance experience
• Have managed accounting for multiple U.S.-based clients
• Have strong U.S. GAAP knowledge
• Are highly proficient in QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop/Enterprise
• Have supported construction, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, landscaping, or similar service businesses
• Can confidently communicate with U.S. business owners
• Want significant ownership within a rapidly growing accounting firm

• We’d love to hear from you.
• Apply today and help U.S. business owners build stronger, more financially informed companies.

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 U.S. GAAP, multi-client accounting, QuickBooks, month-end close, payroll, financial reporting, sales tax, and working directly with U.S. business owners .

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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