Manager, Client Accounting Services

About the role

The Manager of Client Accounting Services oversees and manages the accounting services provided to clients at Anchin. This role requires a seasoned professional with a strong background in accounting, leadership skills, and a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the process of onboarding new clients.
• Manage, supervise, and motivate a team of multiple staff, seniors, and supervisor level accountants.
• Provide controllership and financial reporting services to our clients.
• Identify client issues and manage day-to-day client relationships.
• Support and train staff, seniors, and supervisors in the performance of their daily responsibilities.
• Afford assistance in developing and rendering relevant training sessions to Client Accounting Services staff.
• Supervise the month-end close process for clients.
• Review and evaluate the monthly financial statements and monthly reporting packages prepared by CAS staff.
• Maintain ongoing communications with CAS clients and participate in monthly/interim conference calls with CAS clients concerning the results of their operations and financial condition.
• Communicate with Directors and Partners on the status of key client accounting and reporting matters.
• Provide client management with value-added financial analysis and ongoing process feedback.
• Develop recommendations to improve efficiencies, reduce costs, and increase profitability for clients.
• Provide superior and proactive professional services for clients.
• Recommend policies and procedures as they relate to improving client service.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA is a plus.
• Experience: 6+ years of experience within client accounting services with a focus on consumer products, professional services, and real estate industries. In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with an ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with an ability to effectively interact with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Detail-Oriented: Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality. Experience with QuickBooks Online, Oracle NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Yardi, Bill.com, Expensify, or other accounting software preferred.
• Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Proficiency in accounting software and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Pay

Competitive annual salary in the range of $130,000 to $160,000 based on individual’s experience level.

Benefits

Anchin provides comprehensive benefits, which you can view here.

Attributes

• Accountability: Follows through on commitments, even requiring some personal sacrifice, promotes a sense of urgency.
• Communicates Effectively: Delivers messages in a clear and concise manner, listens attentively, responds to requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills: Relates comfortably to all levels of people, both internally and externally, builds effective working relationships and interacts courteously.
• Nimble Learner: Learns quickly when facing new situations, willingly takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.
• Being Resilient: Shows confidence under pressure, maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.
• Action Oriented: Proactively seeks out new and challenging work.
• Trustworthiness: Keeps confidences and develops a reputation for being honest and ethical.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anchin is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant irrespective of race, color, creed, alienage, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Anchin is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.