Accounting Manager

AKRE & Associates; Arizona; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunity for meaningful impact

Collaborative professional culture

Flexibility in managing responsibilities

Long-term growth opportunities

Job summary

A growing consulting firm is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role involves managing the full monthly close process, supervising accounting staff, and working closely with leadership to strengthen internal controls and improve processes. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and have 2+ years of progressive experience in accounting, preferably in a consulting environment. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with management responsibility.
• Experience in a consulting or project-based environment preferred.
• Ability to manage deadlines and lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process.
• Review and prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.

Skills

GAAP understanding

Financial reporting

Accounting systems proficiency

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Our client, a growing consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and support the firm’s financial integrity and scalability. This role is responsible for managing the monthly close process, supervising accounting staff, and ensuring accurate financial reporting in a fast‑paced, project‑based environment.

The Accounting Manager will play a key role in strengthening internal controls, improving processes, and partnering cross‑functionally with leadership to support informed decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Review and prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff; provide guidance, training, and performance feedback
• Coordinate with external partners, including auditors, tax advisors, and outsourced service providers
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
• Analyze financial data and provide insights on trends, variances, and operational performance
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management in collaboration with finance leadership
• Improve accounting processes, documentation, and systems to support company growth
• Assist with special projects, system implementations, and ad‑hoc financial analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 2+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management or supervisory responsibility
• Experience in a consulting, professional services, or project‑based environment is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Proficiency with accounting systems and Excel; ERP experience a plus
• Proven ability to manage deadlines, prioritize workloads, and lead teams effectively
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Clear communicator with the ability to partner with both finance and non‑finance stakeholders

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing consulting organization
• Collaborative, professional culture with exposure to leadership
• Flexibility and autonomy in managing responsibilities
• Long‑term growth and advancement opportunities

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services