Experienced Accounting Manager
Accounting Services Department
South Jordan or Spanish Fork office
Full-time
Job Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Accounting Services staff through ongoing feedback and training.
- Foster a collaborative, positive, and accountable team environment.
- Monitor workloads and help ensure appropriate staffing across client engagements.
- Promote department standards, consistency, and continuous improvement.
Client Relationship Management
- Manage a portfolio of accounting service clients while providing outstanding client service.
- Build trusted relationships by understanding each client's business and accounting needs.
- Communicate financial information and recommendations in a clear, practical manner.
- Assist with onboarding new clients and implementing accounting processes.
- Identify opportunities to enhance client services and improve operational efficiency.
- Participate in meetings with prospective clients and assist in developing proposals and service recommendations.
- Represent the firm through networking events, professional organizations, and community involvement.
Accounting & Advisory Services
- Review financial statements and accounting work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable reporting standards.
- Assess client accounting systems and recommend improvements to processes, internal controls, and reporting.
- Complete and oversee complex accounting engagements.
- Assist clients with payroll processing, payroll tax compliance, sales tax reporting, and related regulatory matters.
- Research and resolve accounting issues while providing practical recommendations to clients.
Department Operations & Process Improvement
- Ensure quality control standards are consistently met across client engagements.
- Monitor project deadlines and workflow to ensure timely completion.
- Champion efficient use of technology, automation, and accounting software.
- Assist with developing department procedures, best practices, and standardized processes.
- Partner with department leadership to support strategic initiatives and continued growth of the Accounting Services practice.
Job Qualifications:
Technical Qualifications
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop, including setup, troubleshooting, reporting, payroll, and client support.
- Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
- Thorough understanding of financial accounting principles, payroll, sales tax, month-end close processes, and financial reporting.
- Ability to analyze financial statements, identify trends, and provide meaningful recommendations.
- Working knowledge of GAAP, tax-basis financial reporting, and other applicable reporting frameworks.
- Ability to quickly learn and support multiple accounting software platforms used by clients.
Professional Qualifications
- Demonstrated leadership and coaching abilities.
- Strong client service and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational and time management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Educational Requirements
· BS Accounting preferred but not required
Compensation
Commensurate with experience
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Will you need sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Accounting Services: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
