Accounting Manager

cainwattersassociates; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Heavily subsidized medical insurance options

Unlimited PTO

Employer-paid professional dues and licenses

Subsidized fitness programs

Job summary

Cain Watters & Associates is seeking an Accounting Manager in San Francisco, California. The role involves reviewing accounting work, supervising a team, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for a CPA firm. Candidates should have 10+ years in accounting and experience in a multi-client CPA firm.

The position offers competitive compensation in the range of $90,000 to $115,000 and a hybrid work model. Benefits include subsidized medical insurance, unlimited PTO, and a 401k plan. Join a high-performing team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in accounting field required.
• Multi-client CPA firm experience preferred.
• Act as a team player and demonstrate a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Review accounting records for accuracy and completeness.
• Supervise a team of accountants and manage their performance.
• Prepare year end Forms 1096 & 1099 as necessary.

Skills

Accounting experience

Supervisory experience

QuickBooks

Xero Software

Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution

Job description

Summary/Objective

Reporting to the Director of Accounting, the Accounting Manager is responsible for reviewing the accounting work prepared by staff members including bank reconciliation, general ledger, balance sheet and income statements for a growing CPA firm specializing in financial planning for national clientele. The Accounting Manager also is responsible for supervising a team of accountants in their day‑to‑day work activities.

Essential Functions

1. Review accounting records, including financial statements and other financial reports, to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standards defined within the department, reporting any discrepancies to the team member for correction
2. Review records of accounts and confirm entries into proper accounts
3. Document and ensure proper keeping of financial records, making use of current technologies
4. Manage department goals of their team

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Review monthly and quarterly accounting work including reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts; verify general ledger for accuracy
2. Review after the fact payroll summaries and journal entries
3. Review journal entries to reconcile balance sheet accounts to support documents
4. Oversee preparation of year end Forms 1096 & 1099
5. Client contact as needed to facilitate completion of financial statements
6. Responsible for a team of accountants, answer questions, give feedback and day‑to‑day managing of the team, ensuring timely delivery to our clients
7. Adhere to review timeliness guidelines
8. Provide weekly updates to the Accounting Director regarding overall team performance
9. Manage time‑off requests for team according to the Associates’ performance and business needs
10. Perform monthly and quarterly financial statements including reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts; verify general ledger for accuracy
11. Record journal entries to reconcile balance sheet accounts to support documents
12. Preparation of year end Forms 1096 & 1099
13. Visit with client during annual consultation to develop accounting/client relationship

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Essential functions and responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution preferred
• 10+ years of experience in accounting field required
• Multi-client CPA firm experience preferred
• Supervisory experience leading or managing teams preferred
• QuickBooks and Xero Software experience preferred
• Proficiency in both Microsoft Word and Excel
• Act as a team player and demonstrate a positive attitude

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing may be required.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full‑time, exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed based on management’s approval. An in‑office presence may be required for training. This is a primarily remote role, with an in‑office presence once a month or as business need dictates. The ability to work remotely is allowed based on management’s approval.

Job Compensation & Benefits

Through our competitive compensation and benefits program, we seek to attract, retain and motivate a high‑performing and increasingly diverse Associate population. Our compensation and benefit structure is comprised of many factors, including but not limited the size of our Firm, our financial position, the industry, business objectives, market salary information, benchmark pay levels and practices against the respective peer group (to ensure equal pay for equal work, with allowable pay differences based on factors not prohibited by law), and unique circumstances of the Firm that are subject to change.

Compensation

Minimum: $90,000.00 - Maximum: $115,000.00 USD

Benefits

• Heavily subsidized medical insurance options
• Generous employer HSA contributions
• 100% employer‑paid Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Accident, Basic Life Insurance, and Telehealth/Virtual Urgent Care/Whole Mental Health
• Dental and Vision plans
• Unlimited PTO
• Organization‑paid holidays, including an extended Winter Break
• Safe Harbor 401k Plan
• Employer‑paid professional dues, licenses, and renewals
• Continuing Education resources
• Family Planning Assistance Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Subsidized fitness programs

Cain Watters & Associates is committed to upholding the principles of the Equal Pay and Opportunity Act (EPOA). If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this policy, we encourage you to report them immediately by contacting HR at [e-mail]. Your concerns will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and care.