Accounting Manager

Job Title: Accounting Manager Location: Remote – Latin America Preferred (Colombia strongly preferred) Type of Contract: Contractor Salary Range: Market Rates Language Requirements: High English Proficiency Required (Fluent spoken and written English; strong communication skills are mandatory) We are seeking a skilled Accounting Manager with experience in outsourced accounting environments to join our growing team. You will play a key role in managing accounting operations for multiple U.S.-based clients, overseeing transactional accounting processes, payroll, reporting, and month-end close activities. Your work will directly impact operational accuracy, financial visibility, and client satisfaction across a diverse portfolio of businesses. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day accounting operations for multiple client accounts simultaneously in an outsourced accounting environment Execute month-end close processes, including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting Process payroll and support employee onboarding activities through payroll systems Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, bill pay, and transactional accounting workflows Maintain accurate accounting records and client workpapers within QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop/Enterprise Prepare and support sales tax filings and ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards and deadlines Build and maintain Excel-based financial reports, dashboards, budgeting models, and forecasting tools for clients Must-Have Qualifications 5+ years of accounting or finance experience within an outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, or client-services environment Proven experience managing multiple clients and priorities simultaneously Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Desktop/Enterprise Fluent English communication skills with the ability to confidently interact with U.S.-based stakeholders Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, data analysis, and reporting functions Experience with payroll processing and accounts payable/accounts receivable workflows Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced remote environment Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting clients in the Logistics or HVAC industries Familiarity with tools such as Ramp, Bill.com, Gusto, Paylocity, or ADP Experience with U.S. sales tax filings and compliance Background working with founder-led or privately held businesses Experience creating financial dashboards, KPI tracking, and operational reporting