airCFO

Accounting Manager

• Manage End-to-End Accounting for High Growth Startups
• Serve as the primary accounting advisor for a portfolio of VC-backed startups - acting as a trusted partner to founders while leading delivery across engagements alongside a pod of Senior Accountants
• Ensure each client receives clean books, accurate reconciliations, and timely month-end closes, culminating in a complete and insightful airCFO Month-End Reporting Package
• Review and guide complex accounting areas such as prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, deferred revenue, and equity compensation, ensuring proper GAAP treatment
• Own and continuously optimize each client’s cloud-based accounting stack (QBO, Gusto, Ramp, BILL, etc.) to support scalable operations
• Support preparation of key filings and schedules, including W-2s, 1099s, 3921s, and DE Franchise Tax
• Serve as a trusted advisor to startup founders, developing a deep understanding of each client’s business model, growth goals, and operational constraints
• Design and implement scalable accounting solutions that drive compliance, efficiency, and clarity as clients scale
• Lead monthly financial review calls, presenting results, identifying trends and variances, and guiding founders through key financial decisions
• Translate complex accounting and financial data into clear, actionable insights that support strategic planning and investor communications
• Be a key business partner in preparing clients for fundraising and due diligence, ensuring their financials are audit-ready, well-documented, and aligned with investor expectations
• Proactively surface and scope value-add opportunities, positioning clients for success through additional advisory, systems improvements, or cross-functional airCFO services
• Identify and lead opportunities to streamline client financial workflows, enhance accuracy, and increase scalability
• Follow airCFO’s standardized procedures, while proactively implementing efficiency improvements across client and internal processes
• Manage and mentor a team of Senior Accountants based in the Philippines, offering coaching and feedback while ensuring compliance with workflows and delivery of high-quality work in line with airCFO’s standards
• Foster a strong culture of collaboration across departments and service lines, ensuring clients receive a cohesive airCFO experience
• Contribute to the evolution of our internal playbooks, workflows, and tools, while actively sharing knowledge to elevate the capability of the broader Advisory team

Accounting Advisory Manager