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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.
Our client is a US-based accounting services company that provides outsourced accounting and financial management services to growing businesses, with a particular focus on Managed Service Provider (MSP) clients. The company is building a modern accounting model focused on accuracy, accountability, exceptional client service, and continuous improvement.
Join our US client as a Lead Accountant and take ownership of a portfolio of clients while providing accounting expertise, quality oversight, and mentorship to other accounting professionals.
We are looking for a senior accounting professional with strong hands-on accounting experience who can manage end-to-end accounting processes, review the work of other accountants, communicate directly with clients, and help improve accounting processes and workflows.
You will typically manage around five client accounts while supporting and mentoring approximately 3–4 accountants. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to combine technical accounting, client management, and team leadership in a growing, technology-driven environment.
Note: This is a remote, full-time contractor role.
Manage a portfolio of approximately five client accounts and serve as a primary accounting contact.
Perform and oversee full-cycle accounting activities, including AP, AR, payroll, credit cards, cash receipts, and general ledger transactions.
Perform and review month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports.
Analyze financial results, trends, and variances and communicate findings to clients and internal team members.
Review accounting work completed by Senior and Staff Accountants to ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality.
Coach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to accounting team members.
Support onboarding and training of new accounting staff.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, internal controls, SOPs, and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with the Accounting Manager to improve processes, team performance, and client outcomes.
Proven experience in accounting, with strong hands-on full-cycle accounting experience.
Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
Experience with month-end and year-end close processes, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Experience managing multiple clients, entities, or business units.
Experience reviewing accounting work and identifying errors, inconsistencies, or opportunities for improvement.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and mentor accounting professionals.
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online. QuickBooks Desktop experience is a plus but not required.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent client-facing communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with an accounting leadership team.
Proficient English level with clear and effective communication.
Nice to have:
Experience in Client Accounting Services (CAS), outsourced accounting, public accounting, or consulting.
Experience supporting Managed Service Provider (MSP) clients.
Experience with SLI, ConnectWise Manage, Xero, or Autotask.
Experience with accounting automation and workflow tools.
CPA designation or CPA-track status.
Experience implementing or improving accounting systems and processes.
Competitive compensation in US dollars.
Compensation range: $3,500 – $5,000 USD per month.
Please note that the final salary offer may vary based on the candidate’s seniority, specific skill set, and performance throughout the evaluation and interview process.
Remote, full-time contractor position.
Opportunity to work directly with a US-based company and international clients.
Career development opportunities.
Overtime opportunities may be available during particularly busy periods, such as SLI activities and year-end close.