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Accounting Manager

Job in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia, 31900, USA
Listing for: Pavago
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Payroll
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Accounting Manager (GAAP, Multi-Entity, Month-End Close, Payroll) – Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

We’re hiring a hands-on Accounting Manager to own financial reporting, month‑end close, payroll, and core accounting operations across complex, multi‑entity client accounts.

This is a high‑accountability, execution‑focused role — not basic bookkeeping. You’ll be responsible for:

  • Clean, accurate financials
  • Strong GAAP compliance
  • Reliable reporting across entities
  • Structured, scalable accounting systems

If you thrive in organized environments, value precision, and take full ownership of financial accuracy
, this role is for you.

What You’ll Own
Month‑End Close & Financial Reporting
  • Execute month‑end and year‑end close with speed and accuracy
  • Prepare financial statements:
    • Balance Sheet
    • Income Statement (P&L)
    • Supporting schedules
  • Maintain clean, audit‑ready work papers
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and reporting timelines
Payroll & Employee Setup
  • Process payroll using platforms like Gusto (or similar systems)
  • Manage employee onboarding within payroll systems
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. payroll regulations
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation
Core Accounting Operations
  • Oversee Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Maintain general ledger accuracy across multiple entities
  • Manage day‑to‑day accounting with strong attention to detail
  • Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies quickly
Sales Tax & Compliance
  • Calculate and file U.S. state sales tax accurately and on time
  • Maintain proper documentation for all filings
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state requirements
Reporting, Analysis & Forecasting
  • Build custom reports to support business insights
  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Deliver clear financial analysis and data‑driven insights
Process Improvement & Documentation
  • Review and improve accounting workflows
  • Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions
  • Standardize SOPs across clients and systems
  • Ensure consistency, scalability, and accuracy
Client & Internal Coordination
  • Communicate with leadership on priorities and deliverables
  • Support client‑facing financial discussions when needed
  • Align on reporting timelines and expectations
What Makes You a Strong Fit
  • Highly detail‑oriented with strong financial discipline
  • Execution‑focused — you get things done accurately the first time
  • Comfortable managing complex, multi‑entity accounting structures
  • Strong communicator with ability to explain financials clearly
  • Proactive problem‑solver who identifies and fixes issues early
Requirements (Must‑Hold)
Non‑Negotiables
  • 5+ years of accounting or finance experience
  • Strong experience with accrual accounting / GAAP financials
  • Experience managing:
    • Multi‑entity
    • Multi‑location
    • Multi‑segment businesses
  • Proficiency in:
    • Quick Books Online / Desktop / Enterprise
  • Advanced Excel skills:
    • XLOOKUP
    • INDEX/MATCH
    • Pivot Tables
    • Data Tables
  • Payroll experience (Gusto or similar platforms)
  • Experience with U.S. sales tax filings
  • Strong written and verbal English communication
Nice to Have
  • Experience with Net Suite
  • Familiarity with:
    • ADP
    • Paylocity
  • Experience with:
    • Ramp
  • Exposure to time‑tracking tools (e.g., Clockify)
  • Background in outsourced accounting firms
Tools & Systems
  • Quick Books (Online/Desktop/Enterprise)
  • Gusto / ADP / Paylocity
  • Excel / Google Sheets
  • / Ramp
  • Net Suite (plus)
Operational Environment (Important)

This role is execution‑heavy and accuracy‑driven
.

You’ll Be Supported By:
  • Structured workflows and systems
  • Direct communication with leadership
  • Clear reporting expectations
You Own:
  • Clean, accurate financials
  • On‑time close cycles
  • Payroll and compliance execution
  • Organized accounting systems
  • Proactive issue resolution
What Success Looks Like
  • On‑time, accurate month‑end close
  • Error‑free financial reporting
  • Clean and organized multi‑entity books
  • Timely payroll and tax compliance
  • Strong leadership confidence in financial data
Key Metrics (KPIs)
  • Close completed accurately and on time
  • Zero material reporting errors
  • Clean, audit‑ready documentation
  • Payroll processed without discrepancies
  • Compliance with all tax and reporting deadlines
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