Client Advisory Services Manager

Hungerford; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Hybrid work arrangements

Paid vacation & holidays

401(k) with company match

Volunteer opportunities

DEI initiatives

Job summary

Hungerford is a forward-thinking, innovative firm serving West Michigan with expertise in tax, audit, accounting, business advisory, technology, and wealth management.

As Client Advisory Services Manager, you’ll partner with clients to navigate complex financial challenges, lead engagements, mentor teams, and deliver insights beyond compliance. This is a high-visibility, client-facing role balancing hands-on work, leadership, and forward-looking advisory conversations that help businesses thrive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• 5 years of public accounting experience is required.
• 3 years in a client-facing leadership or advisory role is required.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA is preferred.
• Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Intacct, or NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of full-cycle client engagements for for-profit organizations.
• Lead financial discussions, prepare for advisory meetings, and translate data into actionable insights.
• Develop and review financial models, budgets, and forecasts to support client growth initiatives.
• Oversee payroll processes and manage sales and use tax compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal teams across service lines to deliver a seamless client experience.
• Mentor and coach staff, building confidence, skills, and future leaders.
• Contribute to business development and marketing efforts that support firm growth.

Skills

Client relationship management

Public accounting experience

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Mentoring staff

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

NetSuite

Job description

Description

Hungerford is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with over 85 years of proud service to West Michigan. We offer expertise in tax, audit, accounting, business advisory, technology, and wealth management. Our culture is rooted in excellence, inclusivity, and a shared dedication to employee, client, and community growth and success. By exchanging innovative ideas, we help organizations thrive, create new opportunities for our people, and give back in meaningful ways. Through it all, we make sure to have fun. As a locally owned and operated firm, we’re proud to call Grand Rapids, Greenville, Holland, Muskegon, and St. Joseph home.

Your Impact

As a Client Advisory Services Manager, you’ll serve as a strategic partner to our clients, helping them navigate complex financial challenges and make informed business decisions. This is a highly visible, client-facing role where you’ll lead engagements, mentor team members, and deliver insights that go well beyond compliance. Your days will be dynamic and impactful---balancing hands-on client work, team leadership, and forward-looking advisory conversations that help businesses thrive.

How You Will Add Value

• Provide strategic oversight of full-cycle client engagements for for-profit organizations
• Lead financial discussions, prepare for advisory meetings, and translate data into actionable insights
• Develop and review financial models, budgets, and forecasts to support client growth initiatives
• Oversee payroll processes and manage sales and use tax compliance
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and internal controls
• Collaborate with internal teams across service lines to deliver a seamless client experience
• Mentor and coach staff, building confidence, skills, and future leaders
• Contribute to business development and marketing efforts that support firm growth

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or another related field
• 5 years of relevant public accounting experience
• 3 years in a client-facing leadership or advisory role
• Active CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
• Experience with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Intacct, or NetSuite
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• A collaborative, servant-focused mindset when working with clients and teammates
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality work

What You’ll Gain

• Immediate eligibility for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible scheduling and personalized hybrid work arrangements
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
• 401(k) company match and retirement advising
• Opportunities to get involved through volunteer hours, DEI initiatives, and community engagement
• A supportive, people-first environment where your expertise and ideas are valued

Join Us

If you’re excited by advisory work, energized by client relationships, and looking for a firm that supports your growth as much as your success, Hungerford may be the right fit for you.