Accounting Manager

Accounting ManagerJoin a growing Charlotte-based CPA firm as an Accounting Manager and become a key leader within a collaborative, client-focused team. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys building strong client relationships, mentoring team members, and delivering strategic accounting solutions to privately held small- and mid-sized businesses. You'll oversee client engagements, provide trusted financial guidance, and help develop staff while continuing to grow your own career through leadership opportunities, professional development, and a clear path for advancement.ResponsibilitiesClient Accounting Services ("CAS"), which encompasses quarterly or monthly outsourced controllership and consulting to clients' accounting staff or office managers.Oversee and review all general ledger reconciliations and review client journal entries.Review fixed asset registers.Review prepaid and accrual schedules.Review the month-end close process.Review and troubleshoot any issues with bank and credit card reconciliations.Review schedules for external auditor requests.Supervise and mentor a team of staff and interns within our mentorship program.Lead the client on-boarding process, including developing financial reports, chart of accounts, and initial revisions.Analyze financial results and make recommendations to client management.Reconcile, review and post monthly payroll entries.Review annual 1099 forms and annual/quarterly payroll tax returns.Review business personal property tax returns.Review income tax returns for small businesses and their owners.Work as a team with the client manager to coordinate multiple service deliverables and setting timelines for the accounting, attest, and tax compliance as a holistic service provider.Generate invoices for client services for partner review.Start to develop new business relationships with potential clients and company personnel to grow the clientele base and work to foster on-going efforts to obtain additional opportunities for the firm.Requirements6+ years of relevant experience, specifically external client-facing services.Prior experience in training and technical review of staff work.Experience with various versions of QuickBooks Desktop and Online.Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.Ability to prioritize effectively and meet tight monthly deadlines.Strong judgment skills and ability to know when to escalate an issue to the partner on a client account.PreferredActive CPA License or EAExperience with business clients $1-$15+ million in revenue.Knowledge of federal and state payroll tax requirements.Intermediate to Advanced skills with Excel (including pivot and VLOOKUP).Industry knowledge for construction/contractors, real estate, and/or professional services.Motivated to be an advisor to a variety of business clients with varying skill levels.Seeking opportunities to guide and foster team members towards their technical and career goals.We are excited to invite talented individuals to join our dynamic team! This position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000.00-$130,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions!Compensation & BenefitsThe total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits. Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate's experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers. We provide a robust benefits package, including:Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability InsuranceAncillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability optionsClassic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributionsOpportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn LearningEqual OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.