We are looking for a Senior Accounting & Payroll Specialist to join a growing accounting firm supporting high-expectation clients in the United States.

This is a hands-on, senior role for someone who brings strong technical judgment, attention to detail, and clear communication, not just task execution.

You will manage and supervise accounting and payroll operations, act as the main point of contact for clients, and help elevate standards across the team.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Overseeing bookkeeping in QuickBooks Online

• Ensuring accurate and timely monthly closings

• Supervising US & Puerto Rico payroll (W-2 & 1099)

• Managing vendor payments through Bill.com

• Reviewing work from junior bookkeepers

• Maintaining strict deadlines and SLAs

• Communicating clearly with senior clients

• Using and improving SOPs and operational processes

• Anticipating issues before they escalate

This role is for you if you:

• Have strong experience with US GAAP

• Are highly organized and detail-oriented

• Are comfortable managing multiple clients simultaneously

• Communicate clearly with non-technical clients

• Take ownership and responsibility for outcomes

• Enjoy improving systems and standards

• Can lead without micromanaging

Required experience

• 4+ years in accounting and payroll operations

• Advanced QuickBooks Online

• Experience with US payroll

• Excel (advanced)

• Client-facing accounting roles

Nice to have

• Multi-entity accounting

• Multi-state payroll

• Experience with HubSpot or CRMs

• Prior leadership or team coordination experience

What success looks like

• Accurate books

• On-time payroll

• Happy, calm clients

• Fewer escalations

• Stronger, more autonomous team
  
  
  💰 Compensation

  • Monthly salary: USD 2,800 – 4,000

  • Final compensation will depend on seniority, technical expertise, and prior experience in accounting and payroll operations.

  • Long-term growth opportunity as the role evolves into an Operational Lead of Accounting within 6–12 months.