Head of Accounting (Part-time)

• Employment Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance
• Hours: Part-time (Approx. 20 hours per week)
• Schedule: US Business Hours (Flexible overlapping schedule required)
• Location: Remote

We are seeking a highly skilled CPA or Chartered Accountant with extensive expertise in US GAAP to oversee core financial, general bookkeeping, and controller-level functions. In this role, you will lead financial statement preparation, month-end/year-end close processes, and deliver high-level financial reporting. This is a hands-on, high-impact contractor role suited for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a flexible, remote environment.

• Lead the end-to-end month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing processes.

• Perform high-level financial review and analysis to ensure absolute accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.

• Establish, document, and maintain robust internal financial controls and standard operating procedures.

• Interface with external auditors, tax advisors, and leadership for year-end audit/tax compliance.

• Prepare comprehensive financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Cash Flows) in accordance with US GAAP.

• Prepare management reporting packs, financial variance analyses, and operational performance metrics.

• Conduct cash flow forecasting, liquidity monitoring, and budget-vs-actual variance tracking.

• Manage general ledger accounting, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and trial balance reviews.

• Oversee revenue recognition, accounts receivable (AR), and accounts payable (AP) workflows.

• Manage multi-currency reconciliations and foreign exchange adjustments (if applicable).

• Ensure proper expense categorizations, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset accounting.

• Certification: Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or Chartered Accountant (CA/ACCA) credential is required.

• US GAAP Mastery: Minimum 5–7+ years of hands-on experience in US GAAP general accounting and financial reporting.

• Seniority: Proven experience operating at a Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, or Assistant Controller level.

• Systems & Software: Advanced proficiency with modern cloud accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Xero) and advanced Excel/Google Sheets capabilities.

• Hours & Availability: Ability to work ~20 hours per week during US business hours (EST/CST/PST overlap).

• Work Arrangement: Operating as an independent contractor with a proven track record of reliable remote work.

• 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.