A great career awaits you at IMS

Location:

• U.S: Ideally located near our offices in St. Petersburg, FL or Chicago. Remote arrangements may be considered for more experienced candidates.
• France, Belgium, or the UK (with existing right to work).

Expected salary range: 70,000-80,000 USD (US based) / 50,000-60,000 Euros (Europe)

International Management Solutions (IMS) is an accounting and consulting firm focused on supporting European companies and their US subsidiaries. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to take ownership of a developing portfolio of international clients.

Why IMS?

Global Experience - Work with international clients and collaborate with colleagues across the U.S. and Europe in a cross-border environment.

Team Culture - We are a friendly, diverse, and collaborative team where people support each other and take pride in delivering quality work.

Support & Career Growth - We value experience but also believe in investing in the right person’s potential. You’ll receive hands-on support and meaningful opportunities to develop your skills.

Work-Life Balance - We offer hybrid work options, a collaborative team culture, and flexibility that support your productivity and well-being.

Additional benefits – Benefits are tailored to your location. For the US you can expect 20 days PTO, 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, hybrid work options and opportunities to connect through annual team events.

The Role

This role operates in a fast-moving international environment with regular intercompany, multicurrency, and cross-border exposure. You will manage client relationships or demonstrate the ambition and capability to grow into this level of responsibility. The role involves supporting a portfolio of international clients while helping shape the delivery of accounting services within IMS. Responsibilities include:

• Leading client relationships and day-to-day communications
• Reviewing and reconciling balance sheet accounts
• Overseeing bookkeeping, general ledger accuracy, and monthly close processes
• Preparing accurate and timely management accounts
• Coordinating year-end closing to meet management and tax requirements
• Providing accounting and tax-related support across a range of clients
• Coaching and reviewing work from junior staff and associates
• Reliably track and record billable client hours on timesheets
• Supporting payroll review processes, if experienced

What You Bring

• 3–5+ years' experience managing multiple clients in a public accounting or advisory environment
• Experience in an international client or expatriate environment
• Solid understanding of accrual accounting, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Highly proficient in systems such as QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Xero, and Excel
• Excellent communication, time management, and client service skills
• Interest in US tax or international advisory is a plus
• Dutch language proficiency would be an advantage

To Apply

Please upload your resume in PDF format.

The recruitment process typically begins with us reaching out to ask for a few additional details about your experience and interest. Please keep an eye on your messages/email to progress your application. This helps us find the best fit for the role or consider you for other opportunities. If there’s a good match, we’ll invite you to a phone or video screening.

As we work globally, we may contact you outside regular hours. Please feel free to respond at a time that is convenient. Thank you for your patience as we carefully review a high volume of applications.

Location:

• U.S: Ideally located near our offices in St. Petersburg, FL or Chicago. Remote arrangements may be considered for more experienced candidates.
• France, Belgium, or the UK (with existing right to work).

Expected salary range: 55,000-65,000 USD / 35,000-42,000 Euros (Europe)

International Management Solutions Inc. is an accounting and consulting firm dedicated to partnering with European companies and their US subsidiaries as they navigate the American market. We understand the cultural differences involved and pride ourselves on guiding our clients through this transition. Unlike larger firms, we offer a personalized approach and a flexible, supportive culture that emphasizes teamwork. Here, you'll find ample opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

 The Role

We are looking for a driven professional to join our global team to provide exceptional bookkeeping and payroll services for our clients. The successful candidate will be organized, proactive, enjoy working collaboratively and constructively, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-client environment with increasing responsibility over time.

Why Choose IMS?

• Gain exposure to international businesses operating across the U.S. and Europe in a collaborative, cross-border environment
• Work in a remote or hybrid environment with the flexibility to work abroad for a few weeks each year.
• Collaborate with an innovative European client base, bridging cultures and making a meaningful impact.
• Enjoy a friendly, diverse, and supportive team culture that values your contributions.
• Benefits are tailored to your location. For the US you can expect 20 days PTO, 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, hybrid work options and opportunities to connect through annual team events.
• Leverage your Dutch language skills and cultural expertise to support European clients in the U.S. market.

Duties:

You will have the opportunity to develop and shape a career in accounting. Some of the initial duties you can expect are;

• Liaise with clients and tax agencies in relation to payroll and bookkeeping information
• Record and maintain financial transactions, including purchases, sales, receipts and payments for multiple clients
• Reconcile bank and company accounts
• Prepare reports and trial balances for accounting managers
• Process payroll
• Assist with tax payment and preparation of sales tax returns
• Assist managers with monthly, quarterly and year-end closing
• Provide operational and coordination support to the accounting team as required
• Opportunity to receive training in sales tax preparation.
• If Dutch-speaking, support communication with Dutch clients.
• Reliably track and record billable client hours on timesheets
• Opportunity to gradually take ownership of more complex accounting responsibilities and review work as experience develops

Skills and experience required:

• BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Experience in an international client or expatriate environment
• Fluent English; Excellent verbal and written communication
• 3 years’ minimum relevant work experience
• Familiar and adept with accounting software
• Strong Excel skills, including reconciliations, formulas, pivots, and working with large datasets
• Exceptional time management and adherence to deadlines

These additional skills would be advantageous:

• Fluent Dutch Speaking would be an advantage
• US payroll experience
• Interest in tax accounting

To Apply

Please upload your resume in PDF format.

The recruitment process typically begins with us reaching out to ask for a few additional details about your experience and interest. Please keep an eye on your messages/email to progress your application. This helps us find the best fit for the role or consider you for other opportunities. If there’s a good match, we’ll invite you to a phone or video screening.

As we work globally, we may contact you outside regular hours. Please feel free to respond at a time that is convenient. Thank you for your patience as we carefully review a high volume of applications.

Location: St Petersburg, FL - 2 days in office per week

The Role

IMS is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Payroll and Benefits Associate to strengthen our client services and enhance payroll, benefits, and HR compliance consulting for our international clients operating in the United States.

This is not a routine payroll role. We are looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with people and being part of a team. You will work closely with the wider team to help ensure payroll and benefits are processed accurately and on time, support colleagues with queries and issues, and get involved in resolving problems when they arise.

Our clients are often new to the U.S. employment landscape, so there will also be opportunities to support them with their payroll and benefits requirements and help them understand how things work. The level of direct client responsibility will depend on your experience and will develop as your knowledge and confidence grow.

IMS will support your development and integration into our ways of working. We value someone who is adaptable, curious, and eager to learn, and who is willing to get involved proactively when something needs to be done. You should be comfortable asking questions, working things out, supporting your colleagues and taking responsibility for your work, while remaining responsive and organized in a busy environment.

For the right candidate, this role offers meaningful growth opportunities and the chance to take on more responsibility and develop a long-term career with IMS.

The Company

International Management Solutions Inc. is an accounting and consulting firm committed to supporting European companies as they navigate the complexities of doing business in the USA. Our role is to serve as a trusted partner, guiding our clients through the unique challenges they may face when setting up operations in a new market.

Why work for IMS?

Impactful Work – Play a central role in helping international businesses establish and grow successfully in the U.S. market.

Career Growth & Development – Begin by taking ownership of assigned client payrolls and benefits processes while learning IMS’s consulting approach. As your experience grows, you will have the opportunity to assume greater responsibility, contribute to key initiatives, and gain exposure to broader consulting and strategic projects.

Flexibility – Enjoy hybrid working, with the opportunity to work abroad for a few weeks per year, supporting work-life balance while collaborating with global teams.

Collaborative Culture – Join a friendly, multinational, and supportive team that values initiative, collaboration and teamwork across all levels of the company.

Comprehensive Benefits – generous healthcare coverage, 401(k), 20 days PTO

Primary Responsibilities

This is a challenging and busy role suited to an ambitious, organized and capable professional who enjoys solving problems and working with people.

Your key focus will be to support the delivery and development of our payroll and benefits function, working closely with our internal team to build knowledge, improve processes and ensure client payrolls are delivered accurately and on time. You will work through payroll queries and tax notices, help resolve issues and, as your knowledge and experience develop, take on greater responsibility for reviewing payrolls and advising on more complex client matters. Some of the initial duties you can expect are;

• Work closely with the internal team to build knowledge and understanding across payroll and
• Support Associates with payroll processing and help ensure work is completed accurately, on time and in line with client requirements.
• Be a helpful and reliable point of contact for payroll queries, supporting colleagues and managers when issues arise.
• Investigate and resolve payroll issues, including tax notices and other payroll-related
• Review payrolls for accuracy and completeness, with the level of responsibility increasing as your knowledge and experience develop.
• Maintain clear and organised processes across the payroll and benefits
• Support the processing and management of multiple client payroll accounts and payment
• Support 401(k) processing and
• Support healthcare consultation and
• Work with payroll, benefits and other suppliers as required to resolve issues and support client
• Assist with client queries and provide guidance on S. payroll and benefits requirements, with the level of client responsibility reflecting your experience.

For more experienced candidates;

• Take greater ownership of client payroll and benefits matters and provide direct support and guidance to clients.
• Support Business Development calls, where appropriate, by helping explain how IMS manages clients' S. payroll, benefits and compliance requirements and the options available.
• Consult with clients regarding their people compliance needs regarding setting up their payroll and benefits requirements in the US.
• Assist with adding structure and organisation to this function

Ideal Requirements 

We are open to candidates with a range of experience, from a strong Associate ready to develop their skills further through to an experienced Payroll and Benefits Specialist. Ideally, you will have:

• Experience with S. multi-state payroll, including setup and/or processing.
• Experience processing client
• Knowledge and experience of S. benefits setup and administration.
• Understanding of S. payroll tax compliance.
• CPA or accounting firm experience is
• Experience with ADP, Paychex or similar payroll systems is
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with different
• A patient and practical approach when communicating with clients who are new to S. requirements.
• Naturally curious, willing to ask questions and able to investigate issues and work through problems
• Professional, reliable and team-oriented, with good judgement and a willingness to support colleagues and clients when needed.
• Eager to learn, develop and take on increasing responsibility, while keeping technical knowledge of U.S. payroll and benefits requirements up to date.
• Interested in building a long-term career with IMS and developing with the

To apply

Please send your resume in PDF to sreynolds@intlms.com.

Phone screenings will commence immediately and will generally take place between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday. We may contact shortlisted candidates at short notice for an initial screening, so please ensure you are available to respond if contacted.

Weekend screening calls may also be available. If you are available for a weekend call, please indicate this in your application.