Accounting Manager

Hoxton Circle; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoxton Circle in Pasadena, CA is seeking an Accounting Manager to own a diverse client portfolio across accounting, tax, and payroll services. This hands-on role offers real client relationships and a path toward firm leadership, not just a desk job.

You will manage client relationships, prepare monthly accounting reports and tax returns, and mentor junior staff. You will work closely with partners on client work and internal accounting, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness while supporting

Qualifications

• Experience in a CPA firm or financial services environment.
• Strong organization skills and self-direction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with discretion.
• Strong Excel and Word skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full client relationship, from monthly accounting reports to tax return preparation and review.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to business development alongside partners.
• Collaborate with partners on client work and the firm's internal accounting processes.
• Maintain audit-ready work product by following firm checklists and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Decision-making

Client service

Mentorship

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Accounting Manager-Pasadena, CA

A well-established CPA firm in Pasadena is looking for an Accounting Manager to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio spanning accounting, tax, and payroll services. This is a hands-on role for someone who wants real client relationships and a path toward firm leadership, not just a seat behind a desk.

What you'll do

You'll manage the full client relationship, from monthly accounting reports to tax return preparation and review. You'll mentor junior team members, and be a visible presence in the firm's business development efforts. Expect to work closely with partners on both client work and the firm's own internal accounting.

Day to day, that means:

Preparing and supervising monthly accounting reports and client tax returns. Managing client relationships with a strong service orientation and quick turnaround on requests. Applying sound judgment around materiality and prioritization across a busy caseload. Using firm checklists and procedures to keep work accurate and audit-ready. Contributing to the firm's growth through business development alongside the partner group.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Experience in a CPA firm or financial services environment

Strong organization skill, self-directed, and comfortable making decisions

Excellent communication, both in writing and in person, and you know how to handle sensitive client information with discretion

Strong Excel and Word skills are a must