Client Advisory Services Manager

Hungerford Nichols; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance – Immediate eligibility for employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision

Work-Life Balance – schedule flexibility, personalized hybrid work arrangements

Generous PTO and parental leave

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Client Advisory Manager in Grand Rapids. This role involves client financial oversight, leading project teams, and delivering strategic insights to enhance business processes. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of public accounting experience and is proficient in financial software. Competitive benefits include health insurance, flexible schedules, and retirement advising.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant public accounting experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a client-facing leadership role.
• Active CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic oversight of full-cycle client engagements.
• Manage payroll processes.
• Deliver actionable insights to guide financial planning & analysis decision making.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Professional communication (written & verbal)

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

NetSuite

Job description

Description

As a Client Advisory Manager at Hungerford, your day is dynamic and impactful. You’ll engage in client financial oversight, prepare for advisory calls, and collaborate on strategy. This role focuses on solving complex 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 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.