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Accounting Manager

Job in San Mateo, San Mateo County, California, 94409, USA
Listing for: Propel Recruitment LLC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65 - 80 USD Hourly USD 65.00 80.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Pay Range

This range is provided by Propel Recruitment LLC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

$65.00/hr - $80.00/hr

Overview

Our client, a growing family office based in San Mateo, is seeking an Interim Accounting Manager to provide hands‑on accounting support during a period of growth and systems automation. This role is designed to help support internal stakeholders by ensuring accurate financial reporting, clean and timely bookkeeping, and readiness for tax and advisory needs while day‑to‑day demands continue.

This is a highly hands‑on, execution‑focused role requiring strong ERP experience and the ability to step in quickly.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support ongoing financial reporting needs for internal stakeholders
  • Assist with day‑to‑day bookkeeping and general ledger activity
  • Ensure financial records are accurate, current, and well‑documented during system automation
  • Partner with tax advisors to support tax preparation and data readiness
  • Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation as needed
  • Assist with ERP optimization, data cleanup, and process alignment
  • Address backlog created by growth and evolving systems
  • Respond to ad hoc financial requests from leadership and stakeholders
  • Help document processes and recommend improvements to support scalability
Requirements
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience; family office, private investment, or closely held company experience preferred
  • Proven experience in a hands‑on Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller role
  • ERP system experience is required (implementation, optimization, or heavy daily use)
  • Strong foundation in general ledger accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting
  • Comfortable operating in a dynamic, evolving environment with changing priorities
  • Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and execution focused
  • Ability to work 100% onsite in San Mateo
  • Interim assignment expected to last 3–6 months
  • Role created due to company growth and increased operational complexity
  • Immediate opportunity to provide stability and support during a critical phase
Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Accounting/Auditing, General Business, and Finance

Industries

Individual and Family Services, Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, and Accounting

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Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)

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