[Hiring] Accountant @Pavago

Role Description

We are hiring an Accountant to own and streamline the financial operations of a fast-moving, founder-led business. This is a hands-on role focused on invoicing, accounts receivable, cash flow visibility, and modernizing accounting systems.

• Handle invoicing processes and ensure timely issuance of client invoices
• Follow up consistently on outstanding accounts receivable
• Track incoming payments and maintain accurate payment records
• Ensure timely collections and reduce AR aging
• Monitor historical and predictive cash flow
• Maintain and improve cash flow trackers for visibility and forecasting
• Prepare clear financial summaries to inform business decisions
• Ensure accurate reporting of financial data
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant financial records
• Support migration from QuickBooks to a modern accounting platform
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements
• Leverage AI tools and automation to improve accounting workflows
• Set up and manage digital banking and treasury workflows
• Confirm and document vendor payment releases
• Respond to occasional on-call payment confirmations (including light weekend availability when required)
• Ensure structured and secure financial documentation
• Coordinate directly with the founder on financial priorities
• Provide clarity on pending payments, cash position, and financial risks
• Maintain a proactive approach to resolving accounting issues
• Support operational decision-making with reliable financial data

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience with invoicing, accounts receivable, payments, and cash flow tracking
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks or similar accounting platforms
• Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for tracking and reporting
• Experience maintaining accurate and compliant financial records
• Comfort working with digital banking platforms
• Tech-forward mindset with practical experience using AI tools in accounting workflows
• Strong reliability and availability during U.S. business hours (Eastern Time preferred)
• Clear English communication skills

Requirements

• Experience migrating from QuickBooks to modern accounting systems
• Familiarity with treasury management tools
• Prior experience in founder-led or fast-paced environments
• Experience supporting U.S.-based companies or vendors

What Makes You a Perfect Fit

• You are hands-on and detail-oriented but also think strategically about improving systems
• You are proactive and take ownership instead of waiting for direction
• You are comfortable working closely with a founder in a fast-paced environment
• You enjoy cleaning up financial processes and building structure
• You are tech-savvy and actively use AI tools to improve efficiency

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

• Review invoices, incoming payments, and outstanding receivables
• Follow up on pending payments
• Maintain and update cash flow trackers
• Confirm vendor payments and document releases
• Clean and organize financial records
• Collaborate with the founder on priorities and payment schedules
• Use AI tools to improve reporting and workflow efficiency
• Respond to ad-hoc financial confirmation requests when needed

Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)

• Accounts receivable aging reduction
• Cash flow accuracy and forecasting reliability
• Financial record cleanliness and compliance
• Successful migration to modern accounting tools
• Payment processing accuracy and timeliness
• Operational efficiency improvements through automation

Interview Process

• Initial Screening Call
• Technical Interview with Pavago Recruiter
• Client Interview
• Offer & Onboarding