Client Accounting Manager - UHY LLP

Position Summary

THE FOCUS IS YOU

As a Client Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of accounting professionals to deliver exceptional client accounting services. You will oversee all aspects of client accounting operations, including financial reporting, transaction processing, and client relationship management. Your strong leadership skills, in-depth accounting knowledge, and commitment to client satisfaction will contribute to the success of our client accounting department.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Client Accounting Support:

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, reconciliations, and adjustments
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements prepared by the team
• Coordinate month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders
• Analyze financial data, identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, and provide insights and recommendations to clients and management
• Interface with audit and tax partners

Client Communication and Support:

• Serve as the main point of contact for key clients, building and maintaining strong relationships based on trust and exceptional service
• Understand clients' business objectives, challenges, and requirements, and provide strategic financial advice and solutions
• Address client inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure high levels of client satisfaction
• Communicate financial information, insights, and recommendations to clients, management, and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Identify opportunities for upselling or expanding services and escalating to the appropriate business advisors

Team Management:

• Lead and manage a team of accounting professionals, including hiring, training, and performance management
• Set performance goals, provide ongoing feedback and coaching, and conduct regular performance evaluations
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, and audit, to ensure effective coordination and delivery of client accounting services

Process Improvement and Compliance:

• Continuously evaluate and improve client accounting processes, systems, and controls to drive efficiency and accuracy
• Implement best practices and streamline workflows to optimize productivity and quality of deliverables
• Stay updated with accounting regulations and industry trends, implementing changes as necessary
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulations, and client-specific requirements
• Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and addressing audit findings
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard client assets and ensure data integrity
• Responsible for billing clients, accounts receivable, maintaining departmental budgets, financial performance, and gross profit target
• Maintain and drive the achievement of department goals, aligning with the company's strategic vision and ensuring successful outcomes for consulting projects and client engagements

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business
• 6+ years of relevant Accounting/Finance and management/supervisory experience in public accounting, professional services, corporate or private industry
• Thorough understanding of advanced accounting principles

Preferred education and experience

• Advanced degree or certifications
• MBA and/or CPA license
• Supervisory experience, large staff
• Experience with Sage Intacct, Bill.com, QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Xero, NetSuite

Travel

• Limited, discretionary - depending on client’s needs

WHO WE ARE

READY TO DELIVER

We take pride in our ability to combine local knowledge with national, regional, and international skills to provide you and your organization with the best resources possible. We harness the power of our network to empower you to achieve your goals, and to ensure we meet or exceed your expectations and objectives. UHY professionals get to know your business inside and out, and work with a solid understanding of what you need to succeed. Our dedication to delivering top-quality client service guides our every move.

A LEGACY OF COMMITMENT, GROWTH AND SERVICE

We know what we’re doing. We have deep roots in spotting and nurturing growth opportunities that goes back decades. Today, we are a global provider of exceptional service and part of one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting networks in the world. We’re dedicated to serving clients ranging from the dynamic middle-market to Fortune 500 companies. We believe that having a strong entrepreneurial mindset is key to growth, and we bring that mindset to every client experience.

AN ALTERNATIVE PRACTICE STRUCTURE TO BETTER SERVE YOU

A licensed CPA firm, UHY LLP offers audit and other attest services to public and private companies. UHY Advisors provides tax and consulting services, to a variety of business sectors.

WHAT WE OFFER

POSITIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is valued.

ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGES

Our compensation is competitive and tailored to reflect the role, qualifications, and expertise of each individual.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE

Access comprehensive benefits including group health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and generous paid time off (PTO) allowances.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

We are committed to furthering our DE&I journey through building a diverse professional community based on equitable treatment for all and a collaborative culture that values inclusion.