Overview

KeepingCount and Ximplifi are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a remote accounting team while managing a portfolio of U.S.-based clients across multiple industries, including real estate, short-term rentals, property management, e-commerce, life sciences, and professional services. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines client relationship management, accounting oversight, team development, and operational excellence. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients while ensuring your team consistently delivers accurate financials, exceptional service, and timely results. The idóneo candidate has extensive U.S. accounting experience, thrives in a fast-paced client services environment, and enjoys mentoring and developing accounting professionals.

Description

Employment Type: Independent Contractor with potential opportunity to transition to an Employer of Record (EOR) arrangement based on performance and business needs

About the Role

KeepingCount and Ximplifi are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead a remote accounting team while managing a portfolio of U.S.-based clients across multiple industries, including real estate, short-term rentals, property management, e-commerce, life sciences, and professional services.

This is a hands-on leadership role that combines client relationship management, accounting oversight, team development, and operational excellence. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients while ensuring your team consistently delivers accurate financials, exceptional service, and timely results.

The ideal candidate has extensive U.S. accounting experience, thrives in a fast-paced client services environment, and enjoys mentoring and developing accounting professionals.

About Us

KeepingCount and Ximplifi provide modern accounting, bookkeeping, tax advisory, and CFO services to businesses throughout the United States.

Ximplifi specializes in short-term rental, vacation rental, and property management accounting, providing technology-driven financial solutions for hospitality and real estate businesses.

KeepingCount supports a diverse portfolio of clients through outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, and advisory services.

Across both brands, we value:

- Integrity – Doing the right thing, always
- Client Focus – Building trust through exceptional service
- Innovation – Leveraging technology to improve outcomes
- Collaboration – Working together as one team

Our people are our greatest asset, and our Accounting Managers play a critical role in developing talent while delivering outstanding client experiences.

What You'll Do

Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and support Staff and Senior Accountants





Review team deliverables and provide coaching to ensure accuracy and quality

Support training, onboarding, and ongoing professional development

Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team

Assist with resource planning and workload management

Client Management & Advisory

Serve as the primary accounting contact for a portfolio of U.S.-based clients

Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and trusted financial guidance

Lead client meetings and present financial results clearly and confidently

Partner with clients to improve accounting processes and financial operations

Escalate complex accounting issues as appropriate while driving resolution

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

Oversee month-end and year-end close processes across multiple clients

Review financial statements, reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules

Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial reporting

Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and KPI reporting

Review and oversee restricted cash, trust accounting, escrow accounting, and commingled funds accounting where applicable

Support audits, tax-related requests, and compliance activities

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

Manage workflows, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple clients and team members

Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiency gains

Support implementation of new systems, procedures, and best practices

Drive consistency and quality across accounting processes and client service delivery

Technology & Systems

Utilize cloud-based accounting and operational tools including QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Ramp, Rho, Expensify, Guesty, Streamline, Track, Gusto, ADP, and other business applications

Manage large data imports and integrations between accounting systems

Adapt quickly to new technologies and evolving client needs

Maintain strong communication and organization within a fully remote environment

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

6+ years of progressive accounting experience

2+ years of experience managing or supervising accounting staff

Significant experience supporting U.S.-based clients or U.S. accounting operations

Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting





Experience managing multiple clients and competing priorities simultaneously

Experience reviewing and approving financial statements and accounting deliverables

Strong client-facing accounting experience

Advanced QuickBooks Online experience

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Ability to work full-time during U.S. business hours

Ability to thrive in a remote, fast-paced environment

Preferred

CPA or equivalent accounting certification

Experience in a public accounting firm, CAS practice, or outsourced accounting environment

Experience supporting real estate, hospitality, property management, or short-term rental clients

Experience with restricted cash, escrow accounting, trust accounting, or commingled funds

Experience with Sage Intacct and multi-entity accounting environments

Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and virtual CFO services

Experience with Guesty, Hostaway, Streamline, Track, or other property management systems

What Sets You Apart

Strong leadership and coaching abilities

Excellent client relationship management skills

Highly organized with exceptional follow-through

Strategic thinker who can balance details with the bigger picture

Strong accounting judgment and problem-solving skills

Ability to lead through change and ambiguity

Positive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset

Why Join Us

Fully remote work environment

Opportunity to lead and develop a global accounting team

Exposure to a diverse portfolio of U.S.-based clients

Collaborative, supportive, and growth-focused culture

Access to modern accounting technology and automation tools

Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Opportunity to influence processes, systems, and client success

Potential opportunity to transition from contractor status to an EOR employment arrangement based on performance and business needs

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Application Question(s):

- Have you worked with restricted cash, escrow accounts, trust accounting, or commingled funds? Please explain.
- Please describe your level of English proficiency and experience communicating directly with U.S.-based clients.
- To help us better understand your skills and fit for this role, please take a few minutes to complete the following assessment. Completion is required to move forward in the recruitment process. Please copy the assessment link into a new browser in order to complete the assessment. Assessment Link https://www.ondemandassessment.com/o/JB-OQ15NTH3Z/landing?u=1186309

Experience:

- US Accounting: 5 years (Required)

Language:

- English (Required)

Work Location: Remote

📌 Accounting Manager -US Clients | Restricted Cash & Trust Accounting (US GAAP) (Chile)
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