CAS Practice Lead: Build & Scale Client Advisory

MBE CPAs; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

MBE CPAs is seeking a Senior CAS Leader to build, lead, and scale the Client Accounting Services practice across multiple offices. You will partner with firm leadership to transform the CAS offering and drive long-term growth with scalable processes and a high-performing team.

The role supports a hybrid or remote arrangement based on experience, with travel as needed to support initiatives. You will mentor managers and shape pricing, services, and growth strategies within a growing firm.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in accounting and Client Accounting Services.
• 5+ years in a leadership or senior management role within CAS or outsourced accounting.
• Proven experience building, scaling, or transforming a CAS or bookkeeping practice.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, payroll, and outsourced accounting services.
• Experience leading teams and managing multiple client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, structure, and growth of the CAS practice.
• Oversee client advisory engagements and serve as a trusted advisor to key clients.
• Build scalable workflows, service standards, and best practices across the CAS department.
• Lead, mentor, and develop CAS managers, supervisors, and team members.
• Partner with firm leadership on pricing, service offerings, and growth initiatives.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client advisory

Building scalable processes

Change management

CPA certification preferred

Job description

MBE CPAs is seeking a Senior CAS Leader to build, lead, and scale the Client Accounting Services practice across multiple offices. You will partner with firm leadership to transform the CAS offering and drive long-term growth with scalable processes and a high-performing team.

The role supports a hybrid or remote arrangement based on experience, with travel as needed to support initiatives. You will mentor managers and shape pricing, services, and growth strategies within a growing firm.