US Accounting Manager | Direct Hire

US Accounting Manager | Direct Hire & Fully Remote with Flexible work schedule Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from TeamUp **This is a full-time independent contractor role. Candidates must be able to commit exclusively to this position and not engage in part-time or freelance work once hired.** Are you an experienced accountant with strong leadership skills, an eye for accuracy, and a heart for mentoring others? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fun, and high-performing environment that balances precision with personality? If that sounds like you, read on. We are hiring an Accounting Manager to join a forward-thinking, client-centric accounting firm based in Canada. This is a full-time, fully remote position supporting a growing team during a season of transformation. If you're someone who takes pride in clean financials, thrives on accountability, and knows how to rally a team to meet deadlines without breaking a sweat, this could be your next great career move. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Competitive compensation package tailored to your experience and expertise Guaranteed Year-End Bonus (inspired by 13th month pay) plus potential performance bonus rewarding your hard work and dedication Enjoy a generous 22 PTO credits, covering vacations, sick leaves, and holidays Flexible schedule, ensuring 4–5 hour overlap in Eastern time zone (starting at 8PM PH time), offering seamless collaboration with the team and clients 100% remote opportunity Work at the comfort of your home Secure a full-time role as an Independent Contractor, with no BPO involvement Annual salary increase based on performance Long term opportunity with career growth and advancement Enjoy a collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued CLIENT BACKGROUND This firm is a modern, client-focused CPA practice serving entrepreneurs and small businesses across Canada. They specialize in full-cycle accounting, tax planning, advisory services, and building long-term partnerships with their clients. The culture is best described as “fun with high expectations” – they believe in doing great work, supporting each other, and keeping things human along the way. As part of their growth, the firm is acquiring another accounting practice, which will double its revenue and team size. They're committed to building a strong and scalable leadership layer — and that’s where you come in. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee and manage accounting operations for a portfolio of Canadian clients Supervise and support a team of 3–4 junior team members Assign work, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of deliverables Review monthly and year-end financials for accuracy and completeness Collaborate with onshore and offshore team members to meet deadlines Conduct light client communication as needed (no sales or restructuring advisory) Participate in regular team huddles and foster open communication Flag and fix inconsistencies or delays before they become problems Maintain alignment with firm SOPs and participate in improving workflows QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience with U.S. or Canadian accounting firms 2–3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role within a U.S. or Canadian public accounting firm Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Xero Familiarity with Karbon (practice management) is a bonus but not required Detail-oriented, organized, and a natural follow-through kind of person Excellent English communication skills (spoken and written) Strong sense of urgency and personal accountability SKILLS REQUIRED Technical Accounting Proficiency: Experienced in managing charts of accounts, fixed assets, leases, capital transactions, amortization schedules, and revenue recognition with strong compliance and accuracy. Accounting Operations Mastery: Highly proficient in bank feeds, accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll processing, expense management, and journal entry preparation to ensure seamless financial workflows. Cloud Accounting & Integrations: Strong understanding of cloud-based accounting software and how system integrations map to the general ledger, ensuring accuracy in automated financial processes. QuickBooks Online Expertise: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO), including effective use of categories, items, classes, locations, tags, and advanced data fields for optimized reporting. Excel Financial Modeling: Capable of building and maintaining complex accounting schedules in Microsoft Excel, leveraging formulas and data analysis for financial accuracy. Strong Analytical & Math Skills: Highly adept at financial calculations, data analysis, and numerical accuracy to support precise decision-making. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week — with at least 4–5 hours overlap with EST Equipment: Must have own laptop/PC, headset, webcam, with a reliable, stable and high-speed internet and a secluded workstation to ensure a private and distraction free space DESCRIPTION OF IDEAL CANDIDATE Leadership-Driven & Reliable – You love guiding others and seeing the bigger picture while still rolling up your sleeves to get things done. Detail-Oriented & Process-Minded – You catch inconsistencies, follow SOPs, and improve them when needed. Collaborative & Empathetic – You enjoy team huddles, lifting others up, and being part of a community (even virtually). Positive & Personable – You take your work seriously but not yourself. You bring lightness and ease into collaboration. Proactive & Accountable – You flag issues early, own your projects, and make sure nothing slips through the cracks. Flexible & Curious – You embrace learning, love a good challenge, and adapt well in fast-changing environments. If you're ready to bring your leadership skills to a high-integrity, low-ego team where you can truly make an impact, we want to hear from you #J-18808-Ljbffr