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Full-Time | Remote | Flexible Schedule Aligned with U.S. Business Hours
Pavago is hiring a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to lead core accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close processes for a growing business environment.
This is not a basic bookkeeping role.
We’re looking for someone who can: ✅ Own full-cycle accounting ✅ Produce accurate financial reporting ✅ Improve accounting processes ✅ Support audits and compliance ✅ Partner with leadership on financial insights
You’ll work closely with finance leadership, operations, and junior accounting staff to ensure financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and clean reporting across the organization.
If you thrive in structured financial environments and enjoy both hands-on accounting work and process improvement, this role is a strong fit.
Prepare and post journal entries including:
accruals
prepaids
payroll allocations
depreciation
intercompany transactions
Maintain reconciliations across:
cash
accounts receivable
accounts payable
deferred revenue
inventory
credit cards
Ensure accounting records remain accurate, audit-ready, and compliant
Lead monthly and quarterly close cycles
Maintain close checklists and supporting documentation
Ensure all entries are recorded accurately within close timelines
Coordinate with internal departments to finalize reporting inputs
Deliver month-end close within:
5–7 business days
Prepare:
Profit & Loss statements
Balance Sheets
Cash Flow Statements
Perform variance analysis:
budget vs. actual
forecast vs. actual
Provide written commentary and insights for leadership
Prepare schedules and reports for:
audits
executive reviews
board reporting
Support external audit requests and prepare PBC schedules
Ensure timely and accurate:
sales tax filings
property tax filings
compliance reporting
Maintain internal controls and accounting SOPs
Ensure compliance with:
GAAP
IFRS
internal accounting policies
Identify accounting inefficiencies and reconciliation bottlenecks
Improve workflows and reduce manual processes
Support ERP optimization and automation initiatives
Enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency
Review and approve work completed by:
staff accountants
bookkeepers
junior accounting personnel
Mentor junior team members on:
reconciliations
GAAP treatment
reporting standards
Partner cross-functionally with:
FP&A
Operations
Sales
Leadership
Bachelor’s degree in:
Accounting
Finance
related field
4–5 years progressive accounting experience
Strong understanding of:
GAAP
financial reporting
reconciliations
accrual accounting
Hands-on experience with:
QuickBooks
NetSuite
Xero
SAP
Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills including:
Pivot Tables
VLOOKUP
INDEX/MATCH
Conditional Formatting
CPA or ACCA certification
Experience with:
multi-entity accounting
consolidations
foreign currency accounting
SaaS, real estate, or professional services industry experience
ERP implementation or accounting automation exposure
Experience improving accounting SOPs and workflows
Reconcile bank accounts and review overnight transactions
Post accruals and month-end journal entries
Review expense allocations and variance reports
Collaborate with operations on revenue recognition and financial accuracy
Mentor junior accountants and review reconciliations
Support reporting preparation for leadership or auditors
Improve accounting processes and document procedures
In short: You ensure the organization’s financial data is accurate, compliant, organized, and useful for strategic decision-making.
Month-end close completed within 5 business days
Reconciliations completed with:
<1% error rate
Accurate financial reporting delivered consistently
Audit requests fulfilled on time
Strong accounting controls and organized documentation
Leadership confidence in financial reporting and operational accuracy
Strong ownership across accounting operations and reporting
Opportunity to work closely with leadership and finance strategy
Exposure to:
automation initiatives
process optimization
operational finance collaboration
Remote flexibility with established workflows and systems
Opportunity to grow into:
Accounting Manager
Controller
FP&A leadership pathways
Initial Phone Screen
Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
Practical Accounting Task:
reconciliations
variance analysis
reporting exercises
Client Interview
Offer & Background Verification
If you:
Enjoy solving accounting and reconciliation challenges
Thrive in structured financial environments
Care deeply about accuracy and reporting quality
Want ownership in a growing organization
This role is a strong fit for you.