Accounting Manager

Duffy Kruspodin, LLP; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Duffy Kruspodin, LLP is seeking an experienced CAS Accounting Manager in California to lead complex engagements, mentor staff, and drive operational excellence. You will foster strong client relationships, oversee GAAP-based financial statements, and collaborate with tax teams on client needs.

The role emphasizes mentorship, process improvements, and strategic firm initiatives to grow the CAS practice while delivering outstanding client service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA or EA license preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting engagements and client relationships.
• Previous experience leading and developing accounting professionals.
• Strong understanding of financial statement prep, GAAP, and internal controls.
• Experience with QuickBooks, CFS, Axcess Tax, CCH Engagement/Workstream, and related tax software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review complex bookkeeping, accounting, and financial statement engagements.
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted accounting advisor.
• Review and analyze Form 1099 filings, payroll tax returns, sales tax, property statements, and business licenses.
• Provide representation and support during tax audits.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Supervisors, Seniors, Staff, and Interns.
• Analyze staff utilization and charge-hour performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and client experience.

Skills

Client relationships

Mentoring

Project management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

CFS

Axcess Tax

CCH Engagement

CCH Workstream

Adobe Acrobat

T-Value

Job description

Client Advisory Services (CAS) Accounting Manager

Lead. Mentor. Innovate. Make an Impact.

At Duffy Kruspodin, we're looking for an experienced and motivated Client Advisory Services (CAS) Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative leader who enjoys building strong client relationships, developing high-performing teams, and helping shape the future of our CAS practice.

As a CAS Accounting Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients while overseeing complex accounting engagements, mentoring staff, and driving operational excellence. You'll play a key role in enhancing firm processes, developing talent, supporting business growth, and contributing to strategic firm initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Oversee and review complex bookkeeping, accounting, and financial statement engagements.
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted accounting advisor.
• Review and analyze: Form 1099 filings, Payroll tax returns, Sales tax returns, Business property statements, and Business licenses
• Provide representation and support during tax audits.
• Conduct technical accounting research and develop solutions for client issues and business challenges.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Tax team to support client needs.
• Review financial statements prepared under GAAP, income tax basis, and other special-purpose frameworks.
• Perform general ledger analysis, book-to-tax reconciliations, and accounting procedure reviews.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Supervisors, Seniors, Staff, and Interns.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide meaningful coaching and feedback.
• Manage workflow distribution, scheduling, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and service quality.
• Analyze staff utilization and charge-hour performance.
• Assist with engagement management, WIP analysis, and billing recommendations.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and client experience.
• Participate in management meetings and contribute to firm-wide strategic initiatives.
• Lead client service meetings and strengthen long-term client relationships. Along with supporting business development efforts through networking, community involvement, and marketing initiatives.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the CAS practice and the firm as a whole.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA or EA license preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing accounting engagements and client relationships.
• Previous experience leading and developing accounting professionals.
• Strong understanding of Financial statement preparation and review, GAAP and special-purpose financial reporting frameworks, General ledger analysis, Accounting procedures and internal processes, Book-to-tax reconciliations, Basic tax concepts and compliance requirements
• Experience with accounting and tax software, including: QuickBooks, CFS, Axcess Tax, CCH Engagement, CCH Workstream, Adobe Acrobat, T-Value
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to mentor, train, and inspire team members.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding client service.

Duffy Kruspodin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.