Senior Accountant
Job Description:
Notes before application
⭐ Competitive Rate: $1,700 - $2,200 "all in" (Independent Contractor)
⭐ Work-Life Balance: 10 Paid Time Off Days + 5 Paid Sick Leaves Per Year
⭐ Holidays Off: 13 Paid US Holidays
⭐ Health Coverage: HMO + 1 Prepaid Health Card
⭐ Remote work anywhere in the Philippines
About Us
VargasAndrews is an international professional services firm that helps businesses transform and grow. We work with clients across industries to solve tough problems, scale operations, and improve performance.
Our values are more than just words. We believe in:
- Teamwork and Camaraderie
- Hiring and Developing the Best
- Agility and Lean Thinking
- Customer Obsession
- Curiosity and Systemization
- Ownership and Accountability
We invest in building great teams because we know they drive great results.
About the Role
We are raising the bar for Senior Accountants. Were not just looking for technical accounting skills. We need confident, experienced professionals who can lead others, work directly with clients, and drive continuous improvement in processes and systems.
This is a client-facing leadership role. You'll be expected to manage people, oversee deliverables, and bring ideas to the table, especially around automation and improving efficiency through better systems, including AI tools.
If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, pays close attention to detail, and leads by example, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Leadership and Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with US-based clients.
- Lead, guide, and mentor junior accountants to ensure high performance and accountability.
- Oversee workflow and task distribution across team members.
- Work closely with team members to identify and implement improvements in process, structure, and systems including automation and AI where appropriate.
Senior Accounting Work
- Manage the full accounting cycle (Order to Cash, Procurement to Pay, Record to Report) for multiple client accounts.
- Handle bank reconciliations, vendor management, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and inventory.
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation of weekly and month-end reports.
- Lead financial reporting, budget preparation, and variance analysis.
- Oversee payroll processing, tax compliance, and audit support based on US accounting regulations.
Recruitment and Onboarding
- Support the recruitment of junior accountants by assessing candidates and participating in interviews.
- Facilitate onboarding and training of new hires, ensuring clear understanding of tools, processes, and expectations.
What Were Looking For
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
- 5 to 7 years of experience as a Senior Accountant or in a similar leadership role, preferably in an outsourced or international setup
- Solid knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, tax laws, and reporting standards
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong leadership skills and comfort in working directly with clients
- A sharp eye for detail and a structured approach to problem-solving
- Proven ability to manage deadlines and team workloads in a high-pressure environment
- Experience in cost accounting is a plus
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is an advantage
- Experience using AI-driven tools or systems is highly desirable
- Must be amenable to a night shift schedule
Tools and Systems
- QuickBooks (required)
- Microsoft Excel (advanced proficiency required)
- Familiarity with automation tools and ERP systems is a plus
Recruitment Process
We aim to complete the recruitment process within seven to ten calendar days unless affected by month-end closing or candidate availability.
We are hiring multiple team members for this role.
Steps in the process:
- Initial Interview (30 to 45 minutes)
- Pre-requisite: Submission of a sample work or accounting portfolio
- Behavioral Interview (60 to 90 minutes)
- Technical Interview (60 to 90 minutes)
Compensation Range: $1,700 to $2,200 per month (All-In)
The final offer will depend on your qualifications and will be determined at the end of the full interview process:
- $1,700 for Senior Accountant Level 1
- $1,700 to $1,900 for Senior Accountant Level 2
- $1,900 to $2,200 for Senior Accountant Level 3
Required Skills:
Recruitment Accounts Receivable Pay Payroll Processing Analysis Organizational Skills Variance Analysis Accountants Fixed Assets Process Improvement Balance Service Delivery Excel Vendor Management Hiring Ownership Accountability Onboarding Communication Skills Mentoring Decision-Making Quickbooks Compensation Tax Financial Reporting Directors Inventory Management Optimization Coaching Team Leadership Interpersonal Skills MS Excel Cash Procurement Payroll Problem Solving Regulations Records Accounting Software Teamwork Business Leadership Training Communication Management