Finance & Accounting Manager

Role Summary

• Finance & Accounting Manager (QuickBooks, Forecasting & Financial Operations) – Remote | U.S. Hours
• Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
• Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

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.

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

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

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

You

• Combine accounting accuracy with strategic financial thinking
• Can work independently without requiring heavy oversight
• Understand the story behind financial data, not just the numbers
• Are comfortable building forecasts and financial models
• Proactively identify risks, discrepancies, and opportunities
• Enjoy creating organized, scalable financial systems
• Can communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
• Thrive in fast-moving, growth-oriented environments
• What a Typical Day Looks Like

Opportunity to grow into

• Senior Finance Manager
• Controller
• Director of Finance
• Head of Finance

Responsibilities

• Financial Operations & Accounting
• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and general ledger activities
• Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks

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

Requirements

Strong understanding of

• P&L statements
• Balance sheets
• Cash flow statements
• Accounting principles
• Financial reporting
• Excel / Google Sheets
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and/or Google Sheets , including experience with:
• Financial modeling
• Forecasting
• Budget tracking
• Variance analysis
• Financial reporting
• KPI dashboards
• Communication & Ownership
• Excellent written and verbal English communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Comfortable presenting financial insights to leadership
• Proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities

Nice to Have

• Startup or high-growth company experience
• Experience with healthcare businesses
• Experience supporting multi-entity organizations
• Familiarity with cash-to-accrual accounting transitions
• Investor reporting or fundraising support experience
• CPA certification or progress toward certification
• Experience improving or automating finance workflows
• What Makes You a Strong Fit

You may

• Update bookkeeping and financial records
• Review AP, AR, and general ledger activity
• Monitor cash flow and operational spending
• Update forecasts and budgets
• Analyze actuals versus budget
• Prepare financial and KPI reports
• Identify trends, risks, or unusual financial activity
• Support leadership with financial analysis for upcoming decisions
• Coordinate with accountants or tax partners
• Improve reporting and accounting workflows

In short: you are the financial backbone of the business, ensuring leadership has accurate numbers, reliable forecasts, and the financial visibility needed to make informed decisions.

• Key Metrics for Success
• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Cash flow visibility and financial stability
• Forecasting and budgeting accuracy
• Reliability of accounting records
• Quality of financial insights provided to leadership
• Accuracy and consistency of KPI reporting
• Efficiency and scalability of financial processes
• Leadership confidence in financial data
• Why This Role Stands Out
• High ownership across accounting and finance
• Direct collaboration with company leadership
• Opportunity to influence strategic business decisions
• Hands-on exposure to financial planning and business growth
• Ability to improve and scale finance systems

If you

• Have strong QuickBooks and financial operations experience
• Enjoy combining accounting with forecasting and strategic finance
• Are highly analytical, organized, and detail-oriented
• Can independently manage financial reporting and planning
• Want to help leadership make better decisions through reliable financial insights
• We’d love to hear from you.
• Apply today and take ownership of a finance function where your work directly impacts financial clarity, operational performance, and business growth.

Important: Spark Hire Video Interview

• As part of our application process, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a one-way video interview through Spark Hire .
• This is your opportunity to introduce yourself and highlight your experience with QuickBooks, accounting operations, cash flow management, forecasting, budgeting, financial modeling, and reporting .
• Please complete your Spark Hire interview promptly after receiving the invitation. Candidates who do not complete the video interview may not move forward in the hiring process.
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About the Company

Work directly with leadership in a highly visible role.

Operate at the forefront of AI, marketing, and automation.

Gain exposure across content, growth, outreach, events, and operations.

Significant ownership and creative freedom.

Opportunity to build systems that directly impact business growth.

Fully remote work environment.

Additional Information

• Initial Phone Screen
• Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
• Client Interview
• Offer & Onboarding
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