Finance & Accounting Manager
Finance & Accounting Manager (QuickBooks, Forecasting & Financial Operations) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
At Pavago , one of our clients is hiring a Finance & Accounting Manager to own financial operations while supporting strategic business decision-making in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
This is not a bookkeeping-only role .
You’ll combine hands-on accounting with forward-looking financial planning, taking ownership of:
- Financial operations and accounting accuracy
- Cash flow management and forecasting
- Budgeting and financial modeling
- KPI tracking and reporting
- Strategic financial analysis
- Financial systems and process improvement
You’ll work closely with leadership to turn financial data into clear, actionable insights that support smarter business decisions.
If you’re analytical, detail-oriented, highly proficient in QuickBooks and Excel, and comfortable operating independently, this role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
Financial Operations & Accounting
- Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and general ledger activities
- Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks
- Oversee:
- Accounts payable (AP)
- Accounts receivable (AR)
- Financial documentation
- Accounting controls
- Maintain clean, accurate, and audit-ready financial records
- Ensure financial transactions are properly categorized and documented
Cash Flow & Financial Health
- Monitor weekly cash flow and liquidity
- Track:
- Burn rate
- Runway
- Cash requirements
- Financial sustainability metrics
- Identify financial risks and operational inefficiencies early
- Provide leadership with clear visibility into cash position and overall financial health
Forecasting, Budgeting & Financial Analysis
- Prepare:
- Monthly financial reports
- Quarterly reporting packages
- Annual financial summaries
- Build and maintain:
- Financial forecasts
- Operating budgets
- Financial models
- Track actual performance against budget
- Conduct variance analysis and explain key drivers
- Translate financial results into actionable recommendations
Strategic Finance & Decision Support
- Support leadership with analysis related to:
- Growth initiatives
- Operational decisions
- New business opportunities
- Build financial models for:
- Revenue forecasting
- Hiring plans
- Investment decisions
- Evaluate financial implications of business decisions
- Contribute to long-term financial planning and strategy
KPI Tracking & Management Reporting
- Define, maintain, and track key financial and operational KPIs
- Analyze:
- Revenue trends
- Cost drivers
- Profitability
- Operational performance
- Maintain financial dashboards and reporting systems
- Provide leadership with concise insights rather than simply reporting numbers
Tax Coordination & Compliance
- Coordinate with external accountants and tax partners
- Support:
- Tax filings
- Audits
- Compliance requirements
- Maintain organized supporting documentation
- Ensure financial information is readily available for external reporting and compliance needs
Systems & Process Improvement
- Review and improve accounting and reporting workflows
- Identify opportunities for:
- Automation
- Increased efficiency
- Better reporting
- Stronger financial visibility
- Reduce unnecessary manual processes
- Help build scalable financial systems as the organization grows
Requirements – Must Have
Experience
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3–7+ years of experience in:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Financial Operations
- Hands-on experience managing core accounting processes
- Experience producing financial reports, forecasts, and budgets
Accounting & Finance Skills
Strong hands-on experience with:
- QuickBooks
- General ledger accounting
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Financial statements
- Cash flow management
- Budgeting and forecasting
Strong understanding of:
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