Accounting Manager – Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS)
What You’ll Do
Lead client accounting and advisory engagements from planning through completion
Serve as a trusted advisor to business owners and executive leadership teams
Oversee month-end close, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and financial statement preparation
Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and KPI development
Analyze financial results and translate data into actionable business recommendations
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, automation, and technology
Manage multiple client relationships, priorities, deadlines, and engagement budgets
Coach, mentor, and develop accounting professionals
Maintain high standards for client service and work quality
Support client relationship growth and business development initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
8+ years of progressive accounting, advisory, consulting, or outsourced accounting experience
Experience managing client relationships and leading accounting engagements
Strong understanding of financial reporting and month-end close
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and management reporting
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills
Ability to communicate financial information effectively to business owners and executives
CPA preferred
What Will Set You Apart
Experience within Client Accounting Services (CAS), Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS), outsourced accounting, or a similar professional services environment
Experience providing fractional Controller or CFO-level support
Strong business acumen and an advisory mindset
Experience leveraging cloud-based accounting systems, reporting tools, and automation
Demonstrated success mentoring and developing accounting professionals
Ability to identify opportunities to improve client operations and financial performance