At Near, we help top talent in Latin America find remote roles with US companies. Our mission is to create better lives by fostering a remote work culture that transcends borders. This is a fully remote contractor position for Latin American individuals currently living in Latin America.
About our client
Is a US based company, is a leading designer and manufacturer of products for audio recording in the music, film, digital streaming, and voice-over industries. Based in Santa Monica, CA, and was founded in 1985.
About the role
As an Accounting Manager, you will own the month-end close process and work as a consultant with FinanceWithin clients. You will be responsible for the timely delivery of weekly and monthly financial reporting and will present financial packages to clients. You will be a direct supervisor for and supported by a Staff Accountant and Bookkeeper(s) and be responsible for the accuracy of the data presented. Successful candidates have exceptional accounting knowledge, very strong experience in QBO, advanced skills in Excel and have strong business acumen.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This role is solutions-oriented and requires proactive engagement to ensure client success.
- Oversee month-end close and all key accounting-related activities for clients Create and/or assist with Cash Flow projections
- Financial Package Creation: Creating Management Reports with Key Metrics
- Accounting Package Creation: Ensuring proper reconciliations for ALL balance sheet accounts and trend analysis for both the balance sheet and P&L
- Inventory Management: including reconciling inventory (Physical, Sub to GL), Inventory write off and Obsolescence adjustments, and reviewing individual product costs and ensuring accuracy in inventory software and systems.
- Manage Accounts Receivable processing and aging reports (no collections) Manage Accounts Payable processing and aging reports and bill payments in Bill.com (or related software) for clients
- Manage Payroll Processing including recording journal entries and accruals
- Provide ad hoc reports or details as requested
- Manage client communications
- Supervise and train bookkeepers and staff accountants on client and administrative duties Maintain clean files and document storage
- Participate in Training as directed
- Contribute to the internal team as a thought partner
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting
- 2+ years of experience in a multi-client or consulting role
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required
- Advanced level expertise in QBO and Excel
- Experience with e-commerce clients is required
- Experience reconciling Shopify, PayPal, bill.com, etc. required
- Solid understanding of GAAP and a firm grasp of accounting best practices
- Solid understanding of financial statements and how to evaluate them
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time in a remote work environment Proactive and team-centric attitude
Working Hours
- From Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM EST.
Perks - What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary in USD.
- 10 days PTO.
- Holidays.
- Remote Work.
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