Description

Our client is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee a team of accounting professionals while ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of accounting services. This role combines team leadership with hands-on accounting oversight and is responsible for maintaining high-quality financial reporting, supporting audits, improving processes, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong technical accounting expertise and a passion for developing people.

Key Responsibilities
Management Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals
Conduct team meetings, training sessions, and ongoing coaching
Monitor workloads, deadlines, and project progress to ensure timely completion of deliverables
Allocate resources and delegate work to maximize team efficiency
Assist with onboarding and training of new employees
Provide guidance and support to team members while removing roadblocks and resolving issues
Coordinate team coverage during planned and unplanned absences
Collaborate with leadership to improve workflows, strengthen internal controls, and enhance operational efficiency
Support quality assurance initiatives to ensure accuracy and compliance
Promote continuous learning and professional development within the team

Client Responsibilities

Review monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules for accuracy and GAAP compliance
Ensure financial records are audit-ready and coordinate with external auditors throughout the audit process
Review client deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery
Monitor grant and restricted fund activity, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements
Support annual compliance activities, including 1099 reporting
Participate in client onboarding to understand accounting processes and establish best practices
Evaluate accounting processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies and complex accounting issues
Assist with special projects, including chart of accounts maintenance, financial clean-up projects, and cash-to-accrual conversions
Partner with leadership to ensure exceptional client service and continuous process improvement

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
3–5 years of progressive accounting experience in corporate accounting, public accounting, or outsourced accounting services
Previous supervisory or management experience preferred
Nonprofit accounting experience preferred
CPA preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software
Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while leading a collaborative, high-performing team

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