Accounting Lead

equivant

📍 Remote🌐 Remote🕐 1mo ago🔗 himalayas

Job Description

**Job Summary:** Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant (Accounting Lead) to serve as the primary finance resource, overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance. The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional capable of operating independently while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting business decision-making. Key responsibilities include managing general ledger activity, financial reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and tax compliance. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) and strong technical accounting skills are essential. **Job Description:** ### Key Responsibilities: ### **Accounting & Financial Management:** * Continue to lead, mentor and oversee one direct report in their daily functions. * Oversee and manage **general accounting functions**, including **accounts payable, accounts receivable, and tax processing**. * Maintain and reconcile **accounts payable and receivable**, ensuring timely payments and accurate records. * Process deposits, handle **invoicing and bill payments** efficiently. * Perform **month-end and year-end financial closing** and ensure accurate reporting. * Prepare **monthly financial statements, reconciliations, and reports** for management review. ### **Tax Compliance & Regulatory Reporting:** * Coordinate with the Portfolio group for **income tax schedules, year-end tax provisions, and compliance reporting**. * Ensure accurate tracking and payment of **city, state, and federal tax obligations**. * Prepare and file **sales tax returns (monthly/quarterly)** * Maintain compliance with **all tax regulations and licensing requirements**. ### **Accounts Receivable, Payable & Billing:** * Manage **billing and invoicing processes**, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. * Utilize **Great Plains and Software platform** to prepare and send invoices. * Track and reconcile customer payments, resolve discrepancies, and manage collections. * Process vendor payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers) and maintain strong vendor relationships. * Reconcile **vendor statements** and address any disputes. * Manage and audit **expense receipts**, ensuring proper tax reporting. * Oversee vendor registration and compliance with **city, state, and county licensing payments**. ### Required Qualifications: * Minimum **3-5 years****of experience in financial management, accounting, or a similar role**. * Proficiency in Great Plains**, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office Suite, and Payment platforms**. * Strong knowledge of **GAAP, tax regulations, and financial reporting**. * Experience handling **accounts payable, receivable, reconciliations, and tax filings**. * Ability to manage **multiple financial processes with accuracy and efficiency**. * Excellent **organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills**. If you are a **detail-oriented finance professional** looking for a short-term opportunity to contribute your expertise, we invite you to apply! **Worker Type:** Regular ### Number of Openings Available: 1 Originally posted on [Himalayas](https://himalayas.app)