Accounting Manager

SHR Talent is partnering with a growing professional services client in the Washington, DC metro area in its search for an Accounting Manager. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys working directly with clients and is looking for a flexible, hands-on opportunity within a growing organization. The Accounting Manager will oversee accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of nonprofit and for-profit clients while working closely with leadership on client needs and continued growth.

Responsibilities:

• Manage accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of nonprofit and for-profit clients
• Oversee month-end and quarter-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation
• Serve as a primary accounting resource for clients and provide guidance on financial and accounting matters
• Manage multiple client relationships, deadlines, and recurring deliverables
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and other controller-level accounting needs
• Assist with tax planning and tax-related accounting matters as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve client accounting processes and internal workflows

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior public accounting experience required, specifically within outsourced accounting or client accounting services
• Active CPA license strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, month-end close, and general ledger accounting
• Experience independently managing multiple client relationships or engagements
• Nonprofit accounting experience strongly preferred
• Tax preparation or tax planning experience preferred
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online required; Sage Intacct experience preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and client service skills

If you are an experienced accounting professional looking for a client-facing role that offers meaningful ownership, flexibility, and the opportunity to make an impact within a growing organization, we encourage you to apply.