Head of Accounting (Part-time)
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Lead end-to-end month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing processes while performing high-level financial reviews to ensure US GAAP compliance. Establish internal controls, prepare comprehensive financial statements, and deliver management reporting packs with variance analyses. Manage general ledger accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations for accounts receivable, payable, and fixed assets. Forecast cash flow, monitor liquidity, and interface with external auditors and tax advisors for compliance. Operate as an independent contractor working approximately 20 hours per week during US business hours. Requires active CPA or Chartered Accountant credential with 5–7+ years of hands-on US GAAP experience.
Required Qualifications
- Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or Chartered Accountant (CA/ACCA) credential
- Minimum 5–7+ years of hands-on experience in US GAAP general accounting and financial reporting
- Proven experience operating at a Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, or Assistant Controller level
- Advanced proficiency with modern cloud accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Xero)
- Advanced Excel/Google Sheets capabilities
- Ability to work ~20 hours per week during US business hours (EST/CST/PST overlap)
- Operating as an independent contractor with a proven track record of reliable remote work
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience working with financial services, SaaS, or fintech platforms
- Familiarity with integrated billing, payment processing platforms (e.g., Stripe), and automated reconciliation tools
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.