Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) Supervisor I

Altman, Rogers & Co., Alaska’s largest locally-owned CPA firm, is seeking a talented and experienced CAAS Supervisor. Enjoy the benefits of a large firm while experiencing the personal touch of a small office environment. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes work/life balance, ensuring our staff can thrive both professionally and personally. Join a Workplace that Values You! We’re proud to be recognized as the best place to work and best accounting firm for seven consecutive years by Best of Alaska Business, alongside our great place to work certification for four years. Here’s what makes our culture exceptional: Cultivating Culture Work-life balance: we prioritize staffing which allows employees to work manageable hours (even during busy season) preventing burnout. To show appreciation, we offer half-day Fridays in the summer, with the option for full-day Fridays based on yearly hours. Firm culture: we foster a vibrant workplace where everyone enjoys coming to work. Our employee-led workgroups address areas for improvement, such as bonus structures. We also host monthly morale events—fun, voluntary activities like cooking classes or rock climbing that promote camaraderie across departments. Supportive leadership: our leadership team is hands‑on and genuinely cares about employees. With an open-door policy, we create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable asking questions and learning. Community involvement: we believe in giving back. Our team volunteers for initiatives like the Special Olympics and City‑Wide Clean‑ups, and many employees serve on boards for organizations they’re passionate about. Traditional Benefits 4 weeks of paid leave Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) Life AD&D Supplementary insurance options Retirement 4 weeks of parental leave Role and Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned, as necessary. The CAAS Supervisor I supervises and mentors entry- and mid-level staff while actively contributing to client service delivery. This role oversees day-to-day accounting operations, reviews staff work, and takes ownership of higher-level engagements including fractional CFO services and audit preparation. The Supervisor I also plays a key role in identifying and developing new service opportunities to support department growth. Minimum of 80% billable hours. Supervise, review, and sign off on staff work product including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports. Identify errors and control weaknesses in staff work; provide targeted coaching and training to address root causes and prevent recurrence. Provide onboarding and ongoing training for entry- and mid-level staff. Oversee client accounting operations and financial reporting across assigned engagements. Maintain proactive client communication; serve as a trusted point of contact for complex accounting matters. Deliver fractional/contract CFO services including financial analysis, cash flow management, board reporting, and strategic financial guidance. Lead audit preparation engagements, including documentation, PBC list management, and auditor coordination. Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers; support clients through audit and tax processes. Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for clients. Identify and escalation technical issues, engagement risks, and client concerns appropriately. Drive process improvement initiatives; identify inefficiencies and recommend solutions. Support client onboarding, including systems setup and workflow documentation. Participate in internal meetings, firm-wide training, and continuing education. Identify emerging market trends, technology developments, and service opportunities; collaborate with department leadership to develop and execute implementation strategies (e.g., leading staff through new platform adoption while keeping all engagements on track and within scope). Actively cultivate and pursue business development opportunities, including expanding services within existing clients and converting prospect relationships into new engagements. Supervise and develop staff effectively; identify skill gaps and coach for lasting improvement. Qualifications and Education Requirements Undergraduate degree in accounting or related discipline preferred. Minimum 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with demonstrated experience in a supervisory or senior individual contributor role. Prior experience in public accounting, outsourced accounting services, or a client-facing environment strongly preferred. Experience with fractional CFO work or audit preparation engagements is a plus. Required Skills Skilled at managing client relationships and communicating complex accounting matters clearly. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational and time‑management skills across multiple concurrent engagements. Sound judgment in identifying, escalating, and resolving issues. Proactive and resourceful; comfortable finding answers independently through research and troubleshooting. Growth-oriented mindset; actively looks for opportunities to expand the firm’s service offerings and client relationships. Forward‑thinking, monitors industry and technology trends, and partners with leadership to evaluate and implement strategically. Knows the limits of own knowledge and leverages right internal resources when needed. Deep knowledge of GAAP; experience with FASB and/or GASB a plus. Proficient in QuickBooks; experience with additional platforms (e.g., Sage Intacct, NetSuite) a plus. Supervisory Relationship Supervises CAAS employees Reports to CAAS Manager Work Environment and Physical Demand Hours: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM. Overtime required as necessary. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Equal Opportunity Employer Altman, Rogers & Co. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be given equal consideration regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If necessary reasonable accommodation will be provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr Altrogco