Accounting Manager (Healthcare)

Overview

SVA is seeking a Manager to join the growing Small Business Accounting team at our Brookfield, WI or Madison, WI locations (onsite). In this highly visible role you will work across several industries with an enhanced focus on Healthcare clients (medical, dental, and veterinary practices). You will engage in client‑facing interactions, mentor junior staff, and contribute to continuous learning and development. SVA is certified as a Great Place to Work® and participates in E‑Verify.

Responsibilities

• 60% Client Work
  • Execute engagements from start to finish, coordinating planning, field work, review, and client communication.
  • Monitor progress against budgeted time, expenses, and scheduled completion dates.
  • Ensure all engagement phases are performed in the optimal sequence and anticipate problem areas.
  • Supervise preparation of all client work products.
  • Maintain continuous contact with clients, developing a thorough understanding of their businesses.
  • Act as the main contact for new client onboarding.
  • Evaluate internal controls prepared by staff and keep the In‑Charge informed of important developments.
  • Communicate major issues with facts, conclusions, and recommendations.
  • Prepare monthly billings and maintain confidentiality in accordance with laws, regulations, and SVA policies.
  • Work approximately 55 hours/week during busy season (including weekends) and 40‑45 hours/week during non‑busy season.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.
• 30% Supervision and Leadership
  • Assign work to staff based on knowledge and capabilities.
  • Prepare and discuss staff performance evaluations.
  • Train staff, provide guidance, and give constructive feedback on work papers.
  • Lead staff development, own staff engagement and retention, conduct stay interviews, and address themes with leadership.
  • Identify recruitment needs, participate in interview panels, and transfer client relationships to junior staff as appropriate.
  • Address poor performance, hold difficult conversations, and focus on retaining qualified staff.
  • Provide individualized recognition and emphasize intrinsic rewards.
  • Maintain accurate career pathway “heatmaps” and documented career plans for direct reports.
  • Align team activities with firm strategy and communicate the “why” behind decisions.
• 10% Professional, Personal and Business Development
  • Work with a mentor to develop a career path.
  • Research complex topics and present findings concisely with recommendations.
  • Participate in or lead SVA and community events, professional, civic, or charitable organizations.
  • Engage in business or industry associations and utilize internal and external learning opportunities.
  • Refine project management skills and serve as a mentor to multiple accounting staff members.
  • Expand services for existing clients and develop business consulting acumen.
  • Develop and deliver internal and external training, including writing articles for publication.
  • Lead moderate to complex internal projects, network with centers of influence, and achieve client retention and cross‑selling targets.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field (required).
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in public accounting (required).
• Professional Certification: CPA, EA, or equivalent certification (required).