Accounting Manager

Summary

Join PartnerHero as our Finance Controller - US & Global Tax Compliance! This key role oversees accounts receivable, US tax compliance (state, sales, 1099), US GAAP compliance, and audit support. You will also lead the tax compliance team for South Africa, Romania, and Canada. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and experience managing a team. You'll be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial data and supporting the company's financial objectives. The role is fully remote and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Certified Accountant accreditation in South Africa or other relevant jurisdictions
• Minimum of seven years of accounting experience in a management role responsible for leading a team of accountants, analyzing financial statements, providing decision making support to upper management and demonstrating the skills required to take full ownership of financial reporting
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Strong proficiency in Excel or Gsheets
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proactive, independent, and able to handle multiple tasks concurrently
• Ability to design and implement processes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and regions
• Fluency in English

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and collections
• Monitor customer accounts for delayed payments and work with the collections team to resolve outstanding issues
• Develop and implement strategies to improve cash flow and reduce days sales outstanding (DSO)
• Ensure compliance with US state tax regulations, including income, franchise, and other applicable taxes
• Work with outside consultants to prepare and file state tax returns in a timely manner
• Stay updated on changes in state tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on the company
• Manage sales tax compliance, including the preparation and filing of sales tax returns
• Maintain accurate sales tax records and ensure proper tax rates are applied to transactions
• Collaborate with the sales and operations teams to address sales tax issues and questions
• Oversee the 1099 reporting process, ensuring accurate and timely issuance of 1099 forms to vendors and contractors
• Maintain and update vendor records to ensure compliance with IRS regulations
• Address and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to 1099 reporting
• Ensure financial statements and reports are prepared in accordance with US GAAP
• Assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with US GAAP
• Provide guidance and support to the finance team on complex accounting issues
• Ensure monthly close is completed successfully, including the accurate reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of internal and external audits
• Ensure all audit requests are completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Work with auditors to resolve any audit findings or issues

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Oracle Netsuite or similar systems
• Business transformation experience

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position
• Competitive Base Salary
• Generous paid vacation
• Attractive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision options that are applicable per country of residence for all our full-time employees
• Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Training opportunities provided by PartnerHero and outside entities
• 1-on-1 coaching with feedback sessions, mentorship, and opportunities for cross-functional development