Client Advisory Services Manager

Hungerford Nichols; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts

401k + Retirement Advising

Job summary

A forward-thinking advisory firm in Muskegon is seeking a Client Advisory Services Manager to oversee client financial engagements, manage payroll, and deliver insights for strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s in Accounting and at least 5 years of public accounting experience, alongside strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers competitive health benefits, flexible work arrangements, and a focus on professional growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant public accounting experience.
• 3+ years in a client-facing leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic oversight of client accounting and advisory engagements.
• Manage payroll processes.
• Deliver actionable insights for financial planning & analysis.
• Develop financial models and budgets.
• Manage sales and use tax processes.
• Contribute to business development.
• Inspire and mentor teams.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Professional communication (written & verbal)

Ability to resolve complex accounting issues

Servant focused mindset

Exceptional multitasking and prioritization skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

Active CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

NetSuite

Job description

Overview

As a Client Advisory Services Manager at Hungerford, your day is dynamic and impactful. You’ll engage in client financial oversight, prepare for advisory calls, and collaborate on accounting strategy. This role focuses on solving complex accounting challenges for a variety of for-profit businesses—enhancing controls, guiding transitions, and improving accounting processes. You’ll lead project teams, review deliverables, and coach staff through engagements that build their confidence and capability. We’re looking for individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, stay current with industry standards, and consistently seek ways to deliver value beyond compliance.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic oversight of full-cycle client accounting and advisory engagements
• Manage payroll processes
• Deliver actionable insights to guide financial planning & analysis decision making
• Develop financial models and budgets to support organizational growth
• Manage sales and use tax processes
• Contribute to business development and marketing growth initiatives
• Inspire and mentor teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field
• Active CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
• 5+ years of relevant public accounting experience
• 3+ years of experience in a client-facing leadership role
• Previous experience in QuickBooks, Intacct, or NetSuite

Qualifications

• Microsoft Office proficiency
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Professional communication (written & verbal)
• Able to understand and resolve complex accounting issues
• Servant focused mindset towards managing client and team relationships
• Exceptional multitasking and prioritization skills

Benefits

• Health Insurance – Immediate eligibility for employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision
• Work-Life Balance – schedule flexibility, personalized hybrid work arrangements, generous PTO, parental leave
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts
• 401k + Retirement Advising

About Us

Hungerford is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with over 80 years of proud service to West Michigan. We offer expertise in tax, audit, accounting, business advisory, technology, and wealth management, and are deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and collaboration—within our team, with clients, and throughout the community. Our culture is rooted in excellence, inclusivity, and a shared dedication to client success and employee growth. 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.