Accounting Team Lead

Grandview CFO; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandview CFO, a rapidly expanding fractional finance and accounting firm, seeks an Accounting Team Lead to guide a remote team delivering bookkeeping and accounting services for high-growth clients. You will manage client relationships, enforce quality controls, and mentor staff, including offshore personnel.

The role emphasizes strong project management, meticulous detail, and proactive communication to support client objectives and strategic firm initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years accounting experience, preferably 2+ years public accounting experience at Big 4 or international firm.
• Proven track record managing remote/offshore teams.
• Strong project management and client communication skills.
• Love for details and high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and team workflow.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial deliverables for client portfolio.
• Organize and prioritize team efforts to meet deadlines.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures.
• Mentor and develop team members, including offshore staff.
• Partner with clients to understand their business needs and objectives.
• Communicate clearly and timely with clients and colleagues.
• Drive process improvements and best practices implementation.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Remote leadership

Mentoring offshore teams

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

MBA

Tools

Cloud accounting platforms

Excel

Google Suite

Job description

We're a rapidly expanding fractional finance and accounting firm specializing in providing tailored financial services to tech companies and small businesses. Our remote-first culture promotes work-life balance while fostering innovation and professional growth. As we continue to scale, we're committed to providing our team members with unparalleled opportunities to advance their careers and make a significant impact.

Job Description

Position Overview

The Accounting Team Lead is a remote position leading a team of accounting professionals serving high-growth businesses. The Accounting Team Lead ensures quality and timely delivery of bookkeeping and accounting services while managing client relationships and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations and team workflow
• Ensure accurate and timely financial deliverables for client portfolio
• Organize and prioritize team efforts to meet deadlines
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures
• Mentor and develop team members, including offshore staff
• Partner with clients to understand their business needs and objectives
• Communicate clearly and timely with clients and colleagues
• Drive process improvements and best practices implementation

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years accounting experience, preferably 2+ years public accounting experience at Big 4 or international firm
• Proven track record managing remote/offshore teams
• Strong project management and client communication skills
• Love for details and high-quality work
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or MBA
• Experience with tech and SaaS companies
• Experience with GAAP audits and multi-entity accounting
• Experience with cloud accounting platforms, automation tools, Excel, and Google Suite

At Grandview CFO, we believe in investing in our team members' growth and future.

Leadership Track

• Fast-track to further leadership positions as we scale
• Opportunity to build and lead larger teams
• Direct mentorship from experienced CFOs
• Involvement in strategic firm initiatives

Professional Development

• Support for additional certifications
• Cross-functional exposure to various aspects of financial leadership
• Work with innovative, high-growth companies
• Exposure to various industries and business models
• Hands-on experience with scaling businesses
• Build relationships with founders and executives