Finance & Accounting Manager

Finance & Accounting Manager (QuickBooks, Forecasting & Financial Operations) – Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

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.

What You’ll Own

Financial Operations & Accounting

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and general ledger activities

• Maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks

• 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

• 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

• 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

Experience

• 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

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

• 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

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

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