Client Accounting Services Manager

iQuasar, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

iQuasar LLC is seeking an experienced Client Accounting Services (CAS) Manager to support post-close engagements for clients, including PPA, NWC true-ups, ERP implementations, and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate brings 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge (ASC 606), and a proven ability to lead client engagements with executive-level stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 to 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Post-close accounting and M&A integration experience.
• Hands-on with Purchase Price Accounting (PPA) and NWC true-ups.
• Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, ASC 606.
• Experience with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, Xero, Ramp, or Bill.com.

Responsibilities

• Lead post-close accounting engagements after mergers and acquisitions.
• Prepare opening balance sheet adjustments and PPA schedules.
• Manage PPA processes and NWC true-ups.
• Support complex accounting transitions and integration activities.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on revenue, leases, inventory, and equity.
• Review financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Lead ERP implementations and system data migrations.
• Evaluate workflows and recommend process improvements.
• Design reporting structures, accounting procedures, and internal controls.
• Serve as primary contact for assigned client engagements.
• Mentor junior staff and manage multiple projects with quality delivery.

Skills

Post-close accounting

M&A integration

ASC 606

GAAP knowledge

Client engagement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Ramp

Bill.com

Job description

iQuasar LLC is seeking an experienced Client Accounting Services (CAS) Manager on behalf of our client, a leading professional services organization specializing in accounting advisory and financial reporting for privately held businesses. In this role, you will support companies through post-close accounting activities, including Purchase Price Accounting (PPA), Net Working Capital (NWC) true-ups, ERP implementations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, client engagement management experience, and the ability to lead financial transformation initiatives.One of our clients needs a Client Accounting Services (CAS) Manager for a Full time position.

Title: Client Accounting Services (CAS) Manager – Post-Close Acquisition
Location: Lincolnshire, IL
Work Arrangement: Full-Time

Position Description & Responsibilities

• Lead post-close accounting engagements following mergers and acquisitions.
• Prepare opening balance sheet adjustments and purchase accounting schedules in accordance with U\u0027S. GAAP.
• Manage Purchase Price Accounting (PPA) processes and Net Working Capital (NWC) true-ups.
• Support clients through complex accounting transition and integration activities.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting, inventory accounting, and equity transactions.
• Review financial statements and ensure strict accuracy and compliance with all accounting standards.
• Lead accounting software implementations and system data migration projects.
• Evaluate existing accounting workflows and confidently recommend process improvements.
• Design reporting structures, operational accounting procedures, and internal controls.
• Serve as the primary, strategic point of contact for assigned client engagements.
• Review work performed by accounting staff and actively mentor junior team members.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality service delivery.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 to 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience with post-close accounting and M&A integration.
• Hands-on background handling Purchase Price Accounting (PPA) and Net Working Capital (NWC) true-ups.
• Advanced knowledge of U\u0027S. GAAP, specifically including ASC 606.
• Experience with modern accounting platforms such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, Xero, Ramp, or Bill.com.
• Strong client-facing communication skills and a proven capability to lead engagements.

Preferred Experience

• Prior background in transaction advisory or outsourced client accounting services (CAS).
• Strong understanding of private company accounting operations and scalability.
• Comfort in independently leading complex accounting projects and working directly with executive clients.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

iQuasar, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion/belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, disability, gender/gender identity, marital/partnership status, pregnancy, medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by federal and state regulations.