Senior Accounting Manager

A rapidly growing U.S.-based plumbing and home services company is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and accounting controls across multiple entities. This full-time remote role operates during U.S. business hours and offers a high-impact opportunity to develop scalable, private equity-ready accounting processes as the company grows from $20M+ toward $50M+ in annual revenue. Reporting directly to the VP of Accounting, the successful candidate will have significant ownership and a clear path for advancement to Corporate Accounting Manager.

Key Responsibilities

- Own the entire month-end close process across multiple entities and locations, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements and supporting schedules.
- Manage profit and loss (P&L) reporting by business unit and investigate variances or unusual financial trends.
- Maintain financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP standards.
- Perform and review bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, completing balance sheet tie-outs.
- Oversee accounts receivable and monitor outstanding balances to support cash flow management.
- Review weekly payroll reports across multiple locations, analyzing labor costs, trends, and discrepancies to aid financial planning.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation related to revenue, AR, inventory, fixed assets, accounts payable, debt, equity, and payroll.
- Evaluate and test internal controls, identifying financial risks and potential misstatements.
- Continuously improve accounting processes to build a stronger, scalable infrastructure aligned with company growth.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience with demonstrated ownership of the full month-end close process.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Strong experience managing multi-entity or multi-location accounting functions.
- Expert-level proficiency in QuickBooks Online.
- Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience preparing financial statements and P&L reports.
- Proven skills in general ledger management and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Experience reviewing accounts receivable and payroll data.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently during U.S. business hours in a remote setting.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- CPA certification or equivalent accounting qualification is highly desirable.
- Background in public accounting or external audit, with experience in internal controls and audit testing.
- Experience working in private equity-backed or high-growth companies.
- Industry experience in construction, plumbing, HVAC, home services, or field service sectors is a plus.
- Opportunity to take high ownership of a growing multi-entity accounting function with direct exposure to senior leadership.
- Chance to help build a private equity-ready accounting infrastructure within a company scaling toward $50M+ revenue.
- Clear advancement path to Corporate Accounting Manager.
- Fully remote work environment supporting work-life balance.

Success in this role will be demonstrated by accurate and timely month-end closes, reliable financial statements, clean balance sheet reconciliations, strong audit readiness, accurate AR and payroll reporting, fewer discrepancies, and scalable accounting processes that support ongoing company growth.

The interview process includes an initial recruiter screening, a video introduction via Spark Hire, a client interview, followed by offer and onboarding. Qualified candidates will receive a Spark Hire invitation to submit a short introductory video, allowing the hiring team to better understand their accounting experience and communication style.

If you have a proven track record of managing month-end close, strong QuickBooks Online and U.S. GAAP expertise, and a passion for building scalable accounting processes, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a fast-growing company.