Senior Accountant

This is a remote position.

We are seeking an experienced and prolific Remote Senior Accountant to join our client’s finance team. The Senior Accountant will be a critical, full-time remote role responsible for the successful execution of our core accounting cycles, financial reporting preparation, and compliance filings. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing the period close process and deep expertise in general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, and tax reporting.

This is a full-time, contractual, freelancer position for a trial period of 3 months while working at home. If you are a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with experience and qualified based on the criteria below, we encourage you to apply.

• Period-End Close & General Ledger Management

• Lead, execute, and manage the full monthly and quarterly financial close cycle, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of financial data.
• Assist with the preparation and review of comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, vendor accounts, and other complex general ledger accounts.
• Manage the full fixed asset lifecycle, including establishing capitalization policies, recording assets, and running the depreciation process.
• Prepare and book critical journal entries related to inventory and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).

• Accounts Payable and Transactions

• Directly manage the Accounts Payable (AP) workflow, ensuring vendor invoices and expense reports are captured accurately, timely, and follow company policy.
• Review and book daily sales and revenue journal entries derived from the Point of Sale (POS) system to ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition.

• Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Support the preparation of weekly, monthly, and periodic internal financial statements and detailed management reports for executive decision-making.
• Provide detailed analysis and commentary on variances and key operational drivers reflected in the reports.

• Tax and Compliance

• Own the entire non-income tax compliance process, including the accurate and timely preparation and filing of monthly sales and meals taxes, as well as periodic personal property tax and other required statutory filings.
• Ensure all processes and documentation comply with relevant accounting standards and internal control guidelines.

• Others

• Assist and support the Controller and CFO on Accounting and finance-related tasks and reports.
• Any other miscellaneous and ad hoc finance duties related to the above.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven and progressive experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a management or senior-level role overseeing core accounting operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing the end-to-end month-end close process.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and solid experience with financial systems (e.g., ERP systems like NetSuite, SAP, or similar).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, advanced formulas).

• CPA certification
• Experience in the restaurant or food industry, including experience with inventory, COGS, and Point of Sale systems.
• Familiarity with sales tax compliance software (e.g., Avalara, Vertex).
• Prior experience working with a US client or company.
• Prior experience working in a fully remote environment.

Remote Work Requirements:

• Eligible to work as a remote freelancer or contractor based in the Philippines

• Has own computer or laptop capable of handling the demands of big data and financial, number crunching.

• Has a fast and reliable internet connection at home (at least 100MBPS)

• Has a quiet and distraction free work environment at home.

• Willing to work in graveyard shifts or changing shift schedules.

Originally posted on Himalayas