Accounting Manager (Part-Time, 20 hrswk) – 4-Month Contract

Job Title: Accounting Manager (Part-Time 20 hours/week) 4-Month Engagement

Location: Remote option

Department: Finance & Accounting

Reports To: CFO

Position Summary

Herbal Goodness is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Accounting Manager for a 4-month engagement (1820 hours per week). This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations managing financial reporting ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting ERP system migration efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience across both manufacturing and e-commerce operations with strong technical skills in QuickBooks Online (QBO) Synder and Zoho.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Accounting Operations & Vendor Management(50%)

• Manage general ledger accounts payable accounts receivable and payroll processing.
• Oversee daily cash positions bank reconciliations and payment processing.
• Process journal entries account reconciliations and maintain the chart of accounts.
• Manage Synder mappings and resolve negative inventory issues.
• Build and assemble inventory within QuickBooks Online.
• Ensure adherence to accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Handle vendor payments and collections through Melio.
• Vendor management purchase order management.
• Inventory reconciliation monthly
• Manage monthly Nigerian bank accounts and reconciliations via Zoho.
  

Monthly/Quarterly Reporting (20%)

• Lead month-end and quarter-end close processes within established deadlines.
• Prepare financial statements (P&L Balance Sheet Cash Flow) in accordance with GAAP.
• Generate management reports for leadership decision-making.
• Maintain fixed asset records depreciation schedules and capital expenditure tracking.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit documentation as needed.
  

ERP System Management & Support (20%)

• Execute comprehensive QBO data cleanup and preparation for ERP migration (chart of accounts customer/vendor records inventory data historical transactions).
• Provide user support troubleshooting and system maintenance.
• Safeguard data integrity system backups and security protocols.
• Validate migrated data accuracy and resolve data discrepancies.
  

Compliance & Controls (10%)

• Ensure tax compliance for Nigerian entities including monthly VAT and annual filings.
• Maintain internal controls over financial reporting.
• Manage regulatory reporting requirements and filing deadlines.
• Develop and update accounting policies and procedures.
• Conduct internal control testing and remediate deficiencies.
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Month-End Close Timeline: Within 5 business days.
• Financial Reporting Accuracy: 97.5% error-free.
• Tax Filing Compliance: 100% on-time filings.
• Cash Forecast Accuracy: 95% accuracy.
• A/P Processing Time: Average <3 days.
• A/R Collection Efficiency (GNC): <30 days DSO.
• Internal Control Deficiencies: Zero high-risk findings.
• Data Migration Accuracy: 99.9% data integrity.
  
• Inventory Efficiency: 100% reconciled monthly cycle within 7 business days
• QBO Data Cleanup: 100% of identified issues resolved pre-migration.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field (CPA or equivalent preferred).
• 5 years of accounting experience including month-end close and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online (QBO) Synder Zoho and Melio.
• Experience with inventory accounting and e-commerce/manufacturing operations.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a part-time capacity.

Required Experience:

Senior IC