Finance & Accounting Manager

Finance & Accounting Manager (QuickBooks, Forecasting & Financial Operations) – Remote | U.S. HoursPosition Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

About the RoleAt 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 OwnFinancial 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 HaveExperience

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 SkillsStrong hands-on experience with:

• QuickBooks

• General ledger accounting

• Accounts payable and receivable

• Financial statements

• Cash flo...