The Back Room is hiring a Client Accounting Services Manager for a US-based accounting firm. This role is approximately 30% managerial and 70% hands-on accounting, overseeing client deliverables and accounting staff.
What You'll Do
Daily
- Daily awareness and tracking of deadlines in Asana as they relate to projects and monthly residuals.
- Review reports.
- Maintain overall responsibility for client communications.
- Be available for troubleshooting and questions from accounting staff.
- Deliver project work which cannot be delegated to staff.
- Provide updates to Owner as needed.
- Maintain personal email inbox with a 24-hour response time.
- Check client email inboxes 2-3 times daily, maintaining a 24-hour response time.
- Follow company processes and protocols.
Weekly
- Meet with Owner to review new projects, existing client updates, and staff updates.
- Pay bills for clients.
- Follow up with clients who have not responded on project inquiries.
- Cover staff who are absent for time-sensitive responsibilities (payroll, 401K deposits, cash flow management).
- Evaluate project deadlines.
Bi-Weekly
- Meet with accounting staff to manage ongoing deadlines as they relate to monthly closing and project updates.
- Assist with or run client payroll.
Monthly
- Review all reports related to monthly closing process.
- Ensure accuracy of all client reports.
- Ensure staff meets monthly deadlines and processes are followed.
- Review internal accounting and staff processes.
Annually
- Oversee 1099 process, review reports, hold meetings with clients, collaborate with client CPAs on questions related to client reports, and overall responsibility for Y/E J/Es.
Eligibility
This opportunity is open exclusively to Philippine-based candidates who are Philippine citizens, in compliance with local labor regulations. Please note that thorough background checks will be conducted, and all necessary pre-employment requirements must be completed as part of the application process.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
- 5–8 years related experience managing staff and multiple client deliverables concurrently.
- Strong accounting experience with financial report review and month-end closing background.
- Expertise in QuickBooks Online (10+ years) and related software.
- Experience functioning as a company finance or accounting team leader or manager.
- Ability to clearly and effectively present information and respond to questions in English.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite – Advanced Excel capabilities, QuickBooks Online and Desktop, Bill.com, software integrations with QBO.
- Strong critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and supervise staff.
Benefits
Why Join Us
Core Benefits
- HMO on Day 1 + Free coverage for 2 dependents after 2 years
- Life Insurance
- Government-mandated benefits
- 20 Annual Leave Credits
- 13th-month pay
- Birthday & Bereavement Leave
Onsite/Hybrid Extras
- Travel Subsidy
- Staff House Accommodation (within certain distance)
- Free Shuttle Service
- Free Lunch & Uniform
- Perfect Attendance Bonus
For All Employees
- Onboarding Training
- Monthly Engagement Activities
- Birthday Gift & Weekly Treats
- Christmas Hamper & Anniversary Gift
- Opportunity to Travel
Referral Bonus
Refer a friend and get PHP 8,000 via GCash for every successful hire in this role!
Referral link: https://rb.gy/u35c6