Accounting Manager

Ascend

Accounting Manager delivering outsourced bookkeeping and financial reporting for PP&Co clients. Managing month-end close, client relationships, and coordination with offshore accounting teams.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client accounting portfolios, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, and month-end close procedures. Proficient in QuickBooks Online and knowledgeable in GAAP, with strong organizational and communication skills to effectively manage client relationships and deliverables.

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QuickBooks Online ProficiencyGAAP KnowledgeFinancial ReportingClient Relationship ManagementMonth-End Close Procedures

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Hard Skills

BookkeepingFinancial ReportingJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsVariance AnalysisIncome StatementsBalance SheetsCash Flow StatementsGeneral Ledger MaintenanceAccounting Principles

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailProfessional CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooks OnlineQBO Advanced

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingBachelor's Degree in Finance

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingOutsourced Accounting ServicesClient EngagementFinancial ResultsInternal Processes Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary accounting contact for an assigned client portfolio, managing bookkeeping and financial reporting.
Oversee and perform month-end close procedures, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Prepare and deliver accurate income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements according to client engagement terms.
Maintain and reconcile the general ledger in QuickBooks Online.
Coordinate with offshore bookkeeping, AR, AP, and payroll teams.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with assigned clients.
Communicate proactively with clients regarding financial results, open items, and deadlines.
Identify and escalate complex client issues or advisory opportunities to the Team Lead or Accounting Advisor.
Work with the Team Lead to ensure client deliverables meet quality standards and deadlines.
Assist in training and mentoring junior staff and offshore team members.
Contribute to continuous improvement of internal processes, workflows, and documentation standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or outsourced accounting services.
Proficiency in QuickBooks Online required.
Experience with QBO Advanced or multiple QBO entities is a plus.
Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple client deadlines simultaneously.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive, collaborative, high-integrity team environment
Professional and career development opportunities
Career advancement opportunities
Shared resources and partnerships
Growth capital and talent acquisition and training resources
Best-of-breed technology and AI tools
Shared back-office services
Modernized equity incentives