CPA Accounting & Advisory Manager — Hybrid & Growth

Smith & Howard; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Smith + Howard is seeking a qualified Manager of Accounting and Advisory Services to oversee client engagements, lead a team of accounting professionals, and deliver high-quality outsourced accounting and advisory services. The role emphasizes strong leadership, client relations, and adherence to professional standards.

The ideal candidate will hold a CPA license, have a degree in accounting/finance, and possess experience in CPA firm environments.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Multiple years of accounting experience, including outsourced accounting and controllership services.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and technologies; able to adopt emerging tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting and advisory engagements with clients.
• Oversee and mentor a team of accounting professionals.
• Perform final reviews to ensure regulatory compliance and accuracy.
• Drive quality control and process improvements across the team.
• Build and maintain client relationships and scope projects.

Skills

CPA license

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

CPA license

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Smith + Howard is seeking a qualified Manager of Accounting and Advisory Services to oversee client engagements, lead a team of accounting professionals, and deliver high-quality outsourced accounting and advisory services. The role emphasizes strong leadership, client relations, and adherence to professional standards.

The ideal candidate will hold a CPA license, have a degree in accounting/finance, and possess experience in CPA firm environments.