CAS Practice Lead – Growth & Advisory

MBE CPAs; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MBE CPAs seeks a Client Accounting Services Department Manager to lead and scale our CAS practice, evolving from traditional bookkeeping to advisory-focused services. This senior role will build scalable processes, mentor CAS staff, and partner with firm leadership to drive growth and client value.

The position may be based in any of our 19 office locations, with a hybrid or remote arrangement depending on experience, offering high impact, collaboration with leadership, and opportunities for

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

Process design

Change management

CPA certification preferred

Job description

MBE CPAs seeks a Client Accounting Services Department Manager to lead and scale our CAS practice, evolving from traditional bookkeeping to advisory-focused services. This senior role will build scalable processes, mentor CAS staff, and partner with firm leadership to drive growth and client value.

The position may be based in any of our 19 office locations, with a hybrid or remote arrangement depending on experience, offering high impact, collaboration with leadership, and opportunities for