Apply on Employer Site

Paro · 22 hours ago

Director of Accounting

United States

Part-time

Remote

Lead/Staff

Paro is a financial services company that specializes in alternative financing, accounting, tax, and CFO services. They are looking for a Director of Accounting to lead and manage the accounting team, oversee financial reporting, and maintain strong client relationships while ensuring high-quality deliverables.

AccountingArtificial Intelligence (AI)Business DevelopmentFinanceFinancial ServicesFreelance

Hiring Manager

Brandi Santos

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the accounting team to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality client deliverables

Assign and prioritize work across the team, balancing workload and capacity

Monitor team utilization, including review of Harvest hours and productivity metrics

Serve as a technical and operational resource for team members, providing guidance on complex accounting matters and client-related issues

Review and approve PTO requests and ensure appropriate coverage

Support professional development through ongoing availability and mentorship

Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for assigned clients

Track and manage client deadlines to ensure all reporting requirements are met

Monitor team progress throughout the close cycle and proactively address issues or delays

Maintain regular, proactive communication with clients during close periods

Perform final review of all client closes and deliverables to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency with firm standards

Provide support to the tax team by coordinating information and document requests for clients

Oversee and manage 1099 processes for clients, including:

Planning and coordinating annual 1099 filings

Identifying eligible vendors

Ensuring timely and accurate completion and submission of filings

Prepare accurate and competitive service quotes for prospective clients

Participate in prospective client meetings to explain service offerings and address questions

Manage the onboarding process for newly engaged clients, ensuring a smooth transition and clear setup of accounting processes

Maintain strong client relationships and ensure client expectations are consistently met or exceeded

Identify opportunities where existing clients may benefit from additional support or expanded services

Collaborate with leadership to improve service delivery, scalability, and overall client satisfaction

Qualification

AccountingFinancial ReportingTeam LeadershipAnalytical SkillsProcess ImprovementCommunication SkillsTime ManagementProblem-Solving

Required

Desire to take ownership of the accounting arm of the business and dedication to its growth

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong time management and organizational skills

Self-starter with the ability to multi-task and work independently

Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and obsession with detail

Ability and willingness to get your hands dirty to meet business-critical deadlines

Strong math, analytical, research, problem-solving and critical thinking skills

A passion for process improvement and efficiency