Client Accounting Lead & Advisory Supervisor

Confidential Employer; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in the Chattanooga area seeks an experienced Client Accounting Services Supervisor to oversee the accounting function for dedicated clients, manage month-end close, mentor the CAS team, and deliver fractional CFO/Controller advisory services.

You will collaborate across Tax and Audit teams, support budgets and forecasts, and participate in industry meetings while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 5–7 years progressive accounting experience; includes supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel; QuickBooks Online experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team-development abilities.
• High attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete and manage month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations, adjustments, and financial statement preparation.
• Review team bookkeeping and financial statements, providing coaching and development.
• Collaborate with tax and audit teams to ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Deliver fractional CFO/Controller services as needed.
• Conduct monthly or quarterly financial advisory meetings with clients.
• Assist with budgets, forecasting, and financial analyses to support decision-making.
• Support senior management with special projects and initiatives.
• Utilize and learn accounting software and tools based on client needs.
• Participate in industry segment meetings and firm marketing activities.
• Mentor CAS team members and lead training initiatives.
• Meet monthly with direct reports to review billable budgets, realization, and goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team development

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Confidential Employer in the Chattanooga area seeks an experienced Client Accounting Services Supervisor to oversee the accounting function for dedicated clients, manage month-end close, mentor the CAS team, and deliver fractional CFO/Controller advisory services.

You will collaborate across Tax and Audit teams, support budgets and forecasts, and participate in industry meetings while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.