Accounting Team Lead

The Team Leader is responsible in managing end-to-end accounting operations, including month-end close, AP/AR, and financial reporting, while ensuring compliance with US GAAP. The role partners with leadership and oversees a small team while remaining hands-on in execution.

Job Description

• Supervises and reviews the work of a Senior Accountant while managing individual deliverables.

• Owns and manages the full monthly close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Oversees accounts payable and accounts receivable, including onboarding and managing vendors and customers.

• Maintains a clean, audit-ready US GAAP ledger and supporting schedules.

• Prepares monthly financial statements, variance analysis, and board/investor reporting packages.

• Drafts and maintains accounting policies and procedure documentation.

• Prepares 1099s and supports tax and compliance filings in coordination with external advisors.

• Builds, documents, and improves accounting processes, controls, and systems as the company scales.

• Partners directly with the CFO on forecasting, fundraising support, audit readiness, and financial analysis.

• Performs hands-on accounting tasks alongside leadership responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong knowledge in GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), capitalization, and contract accounting.

• Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.

• Shows the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Amenable to work in US business hours.

• Clear and coherent both written and verbal communication skills in English.

Screening Criteria

• CPA or equivalent accounting qualification.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting experience, including exposure to US-based companies.

• Experience in public accounting (Big 4 or top-tier regional).

• Experience handling full-cycle accounting (month-end close, AP/AR, financial reporting).

• Experience in NetSuite or similar ERP systems.

• Must have stable employment history.