Remote - Accounting Team Lead
About World Business Lenders ( www.wbl.com ) About World Business Lenders (www.wbl.com) World Business Lenders (WBL) is proud to offer short-term, real estate-backed commercial loans to a diverse range of small and medium-sized businesses across the United States, especially those who may find it challenging to secure traditional financing. Typically, the work schedule is from 9:00am to 6:00pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, though there might be times when additional hours are needed to meet business demands. We’re looking for someone with strong communication skills in both English, both spoken and written. Please note that all resumes should be submitted in English. About the Job We are looking for a Accounting Team Lead to join our Finance team. The ideal candidate will have the ability to lead a team of analysts, ensuring their work is accurate and completed on time to meet the 10-business-day closing deadline. Additionally, the candidate should be capable of independently determining the appropriate accounting treatment for new transactions or events as they arise. Key Responsibilities: Contribute to month-end and year-end close accounting and financial reporting. Prepare/review journal entries, reconciliations, and General Ledger accuracy. Supervise accounting team members by assigning tasks, reviewing their work and providing guidance on complex issues. Apply technical accounting expertise to evaluate new transactions and determine appropriate accounting treatment in line with GAAP. Prepare financial reports and other special management reports. Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal policies. Identify process gaps and implement control improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Treasury, Ops, IT). Coordinate with auditors and manage audit deliverables. Requirements Required Education: Graduation or Post-Graduation in Accounting / Intermediate Chartered Accountancy (Inter-CA) Required Experience: 5 to 10 years of experience in accounting Preferred Background / Industry Experience: Banking, real estate, or any service-based business located in the USA Key Soft Skills: Effective and prompt communication Assuming full ownership and accountability Strong leadership abilities Teamwork and collaboration Technical Skills: Sage, Advanced Excel, Power BI, US GAAP, Financial Reporting Benefits Work 100% Remotely – Embrace the Freedom and Comfort of Your Own Space Full-time Role Available as an Independent Contractor Salary Paid in USD Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO) to Recharge