Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Southern New Jersey CPA firm is looking to hire an Accounting Manager with heavy tax exposure (Business, individual, trust, and partnership returns). The Accounting Manager will oversee client engagements, review financial reporting activities, manage tax preparation and compliance, and mentor junior staff while maintaining strong client relationships across a diverse portfolio of industries. This role also involves maintaining internal controls, supporting strategic financial initiatives, preparing monthly account reconciliations, coordinating financial tax audits, monitor and analyze account data, overseeing the month end close process, providing audit support, and staying updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure ongoing financial health and growth. The ideal Accounting Manager will have solid financial analysis skillset, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong understanding of GAAP standards, and the capacity to multi-task while meeting crucial deadlines.

What you get to work on daily

·      Manage and oversee day-to-day accounting, tax, and financial reporting engagements for a variety of clients.

·      Review and prepare complex business, individual, partnership, and trust tax returns.

·      Ensure accuracy and compliance with current GAAP, tax regulations, and firm standards.

·      Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting processes for multiple client accounts.

·      Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff and seniors, providing technical guidance and performance feedback.

·      Coordinate and review account reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, and supporting schedules.

·      Partner directly with clients to provide financial insights, resolve accounting issues, and support strategic decision-making.

·      Assist with tax planning initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies.

·      Support audit and assurance engagements as needed, including preparation and review of workpapers and financial documentation.

·      Manage multiple deadlines and client priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal Accounting Manager MUST have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Other requirements for the Accounting Manager role include and are not limited to:

·      5+ years of public accounting experience w/ 2+ years of supervisory experience

·      CPA required

·      Advanced Microsoft Excel

·      QuickBooks required

·      Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

For more information on this Accounting Manager position and other full time accounting and finance opportunities, please contact us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com and reference JO#00800-0013435236.