Accounting Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Accounting Manager based in India.

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of bookkeeping clients and ensure accurate, reliable, and timely financial records. In this fully remote role, you will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, manage monthly and quarterly bookkeeping activities, and maintain high standards of financial accuracy. You will work extensively with QuickBooks Online, handling reconciliations, transaction categorization, financial reporting, and supporting documentation. The position combines independent work with occasional client communication, primarily through email, to resolve questions and obtain missing information. You will collaborate with internal accounting, tax, and planning teams while identifying opportunities to improve processes and workflows. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of their work with minimal supervision.

Accountabilities

• Independently manage an assigned portfolio of bookkeeping clients, ensuring consistent and high-quality accounting services.

• Perform monthly and quarterly bookkeeping activities using QuickBooks Online, including transaction reviews, categorization, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready financial records in accordance with established accounting standards and internal procedures.

• Communicate professionally with clients, primarily via email, to address accounting questions, request missing documentation, clarify transactions, and resolve discrepancies.

• Proactively follow up on outstanding information and escalate complex accounting issues when necessary.

• Manage bookkeeping administration, including maintaining organized workpapers, supporting schedules, and relevant financial documentation.

• Monitor deadlines across multiple client accounts, ensuring timely completion of deliverables and consistent adherence to established workflows.

• Collaborate with internal tax, accounting, and planning teams to support efficient operations and accurate client financial information.

• Identify recurring issues, workflow inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement while maintaining high standards of accuracy and accountability.

• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities, work independently with minimal supervision, and communicate potential delays or challenges proactively.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of professional experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably in a client-facing accounting or bookkeeping environment.

• Extensive hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, including managing multiple client accounts.

• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles, transaction categorization, bank and account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Proven ability to independently manage a portfolio of bookkeeping clients while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally and clearly with clients.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple accounts and competing deadlines.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, consistent, and well-documented financial records.

• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, solve problems resourcefully, and take responsibility for outcomes.

• A proactive mindset, willingness to learn, and ability to adapt to established systems and processes.

• Comfortable working in a fully remote environment with limited supervision and regular collaboration across teams.

• Willingness to work Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM US Central Time, with flexibility for extended hours during tax season or when business needs require.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary: USD $30,000–$50,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Employment type: Full-time position, with approximately 40+ working hours per week depending on business needs.

• Work arrangement: Fully remote opportunity, based in India.

• International exposure: Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of bookkeeping clients and collaborate with accounting, tax, and planning professionals.

• Professional development: Exposure to varied accounting workflows, opportunities to strengthen QuickBooks Online expertise, and continuous learning.

• Autonomy and ownership: Opportunity to independently manage client accounts and contribute to operational improvements.

• Collaborative environment: Work alongside professionals who value accountability, communication, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Structured working schedule: Monday to Friday, with clearly defined working hours aligned with US Central Time.

How Jobgether works

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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