Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Arena is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the accounting operations for a portfolio of small and medium-sized business clients. This role involves overseeing the integrity of client financials, building scalable processes, and providing insights for better business decisions.
Responsibilities
- Own the full accounting cycle for multiple clients, including general ledger management, month-end and year-end close, and financial statement preparation
- Serve as a fractional controller, providing controller-level oversight and guidance without requiring clients to hire full-time
- Design, implement, and continuously improve internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes across client engagements
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with variance analysis and actionable commentary for client leadership
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow modeling efforts; facilitate scenario planning conversations with business owners
- Coordinate with external CPAs, tax professionals, and auditors to support tax filings, audits, and compliance requirements
- Manage and review the work of junior accounting staff on client engagements, providing mentorship and quality control
- Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial business owners, serving as a trusted advisor on financial health and strategy
- Identify opportunities to improve client financial systems, reporting infrastructure, and operational efficiency
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including controller, senior accountant, or public accounting roles
- Demonstrated experience managing accounting for multiple clients or business entities simultaneously
- Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online and/or Xero; experience with additional platforms (e.g., Bill.com, Gusto, Ramp, Stripe) a plus
- Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial statement preparation, and internal controls
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of building trusted client relationships
- Self-directed and highly organized; comfortable managing competing deadlines in a fully remote environment
- CPA or CMA preferred
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certification (Preferred)
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