Accounting Manager (part time)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for an assigned portfolio of 4–6 clients on fractional controller/monthly accrual engagements, owning each client relationship end to end
• Lead recurring client calls, fielding questions with confidence, and communicate proactively with clients
• Review the work of staff accountants, providing guidance and feedback
• Perform and oversee day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, including recording transactions, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and ensuring timely, accurate posting of financial data
• Own the month-end and year-end close process for assigned clients, ensuring reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reports are accurate and timely
• Analyze complex transactions across the client base, ensuring proper classification and treatment on the P&L and balance sheet
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and ad hoc analyses for clients and internal use
• Perform and review reconciliations for all necessary accounts, including cash, AR, AP, and payroll
• Identify process improvements and help implement best practices and technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Collaborate with partners and the tax team on timely, accurate completion of tax-related tasks, including data review for federal/state income tax returns and sales tax compliance

Skills/Requirements

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated comfort leading client calls and presenting financial information to non-accountants
• Demonstrated trustworthiness and high ethical standards
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet firm deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Google Sheets (or similar software)
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and experience implementing accounting policies and procedures
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger management
• Willingness to learn, adapt to new software, and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, and/or 8+ years of relevant accounting experience including supervisory or review responsibilities
• Preferred: prior client-facing accounting/controller/advisory experience, experience with monthly accrual-basis close for multiple clients, and familiarity with tools beyond QuickBooks (Ramp, Gusto, etc.)