Senior Accounting & Tax Manager - Remote

About World Business Lenders (www.wbl.com)

World Business Lenders (WBL) provides general purpose short-term real estate collateralized commercial loans to a broad customer base comprised of small and medium sized businesses throughout the United States that lack access to traditional funding.

• This is a remote Contract/Consultant position.
• Working hours will be 9:00am-6:00pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday.
• The job requires excellent oral and written command of the English language.
• Resumes must be submitted in English.

About the Job:

Looking to update the accounting method to loan-based accounting, reduce tax penalty fees, and transition the accounts payable system to a new ERP platform.

Oversee and manage the tax team to ensure precise and timely tax reporting, including the review of corporate tax returns and related filings, while acting as the primary liaison with Ernst & Young Tax.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong technical accounting expertise and the ability to drive timely, accurate closes in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Take charge of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate preparation of financial statements in line with US GAAP standards.
• Lead coordination with external auditors, prepare detailed monthly covenant ratios, and deliver insightful management presentations for both the management team and shareholders.
• Collaborate closely with FP&A by providing thorough variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Bring extensive expertise in developing and maintaining the Chart of Accounts, with a strong familiarity in managing equity accounts.
• Handle precise taxable income calculations to support compliance and reporting requirements.
• Oversee consolidation accounting activities, including intercompany eliminations and reconciliations, to ensure seamless financial integration.
• Drive the successful completion of the 2025 consolidated audit, targeting a finish date by mid-May.
• Establish, document, and continuously enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to strengthen financial governance.
• Lead, mentor, and nurture the growth of the accounting and tax teams, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements aimed at achieving a streamlined 5-business-day month-end close within six months.
• Possess working knowledge of US tax filings to ensure compliance and accuracy in reporting.
• Manage provisions and collaborate effectively with external advisors on US tax matters and state compliance processes to optimize tax strategy and adherence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Hands-on experience with financial reporting and audit coordination
• CPA is a MUST
• Strong U.S. GAAP reporting experience, including consolidation groups
• Working knowledge of FAS 91
• Experience in complex, multi-entity environments

Key Technical Skills

• Experience with ERP systems
• Strong skills in advanced Excel

Key Soft Skills

• Attention to detail
• Always ready to take initiative
• Eager to learn on your own when needed
• Happy to ask questions and seek clarity
• Proactive approach
• Focused on being a hands-on part of the operations rather than a managerial role

• Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Work Comfortably from Home 100%
• Compensation in USD