EK- Accounting Manager

Hoxton Circle; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoxton Circle, a Pasadena accounting and tax firm, seeks an motivated Accounting Manager to join its close-knit team. You will manage a portfolio of corporate and individual clients, overseeing accounting, tax and financial reporting engagements while delivering outstanding client service.

As a trusted advisor, you’ll develop relationships, mentor staff, meet billable-hour goals, and identify new business opportunities to support the firm’s growth in diverse industries.

Qualifications

• Approximately 8 years of public accounting or similar small-to-midsize firm experience.
• Active CPA license with signing authority, or pursuing licensure.
• Experience with corporate client engagements; tax experience valued.
• Strong communication, organization, and client relationship skills.
• Business development mindset and willingness to grow client base.
• Confident, professional, and able to work directly with clients.
• Local to Pasadena or closely connected to the Pasadena community.
• Big Four experience not required; small-to-midsize background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of corporate and individual clients.
• Oversee accounting, tax, and financial reporting engagements.
• Serve as trusted advisor and primary client contact.
• Provide high-quality, responsive client service.
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and bring in new business.
• Collaborate with team and maintain a supportive work environment.
• Mentor and support less experienced accounting staff.
• Meet billable-hour targets and contribute to growth objectives.

Skills

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Business development mindset

Team mentoring

Billing/accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Active CPA license with signing authority or pursuing licensure

Job description

An established, growing accounting and tax firm in Pasadena is seeking a motivated Accounting Manager to join its close-knit team. The firm serves a diverse client base across the entertainment, medical, engineering, and professional services industries, with approximately 65% of its business focused on corporate clients and the remainder on individual tax work.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who wants more than a technical role. The ideal candidate will manage a client portfolio, build strong relationships, deliver exceptional service, and contribute to the firm’s continued growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of corporate and individual clients
• Oversee accounting, tax, and financial reporting engagements
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for clients
• Provide high-quality, responsive customer service
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and bring in new business
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive work environment
• Help mentor and support less experienced accounting staff
• Meet billable-hour expectations and contribute to the firm’s growth objectives

Qualifications

• Approximately 8 years of experience in public accounting or a similar small-to-midsize accounting firm
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Must have an active CPA license with signing authority, or currently pursuing CPA licensure
• Experience working with corporate clients; tax experience is highly valued
• Strong communication, organizational, and client relationship skills
• Business development mindset and willingness to contribute to new client growth
• Professional, personable, and confident working directly with clients
• Local to Pasadena or genuinely connected to the Pasadena community
• Big Four experience alone is not the ideal background for this role; experience in a small-to-midsize firm is preferred

Why Join?

• Join a growing firm with approximately 20% annual growth
• Work with clients across several engaging industries
• Take on meaningful responsibility and manage a diverse client portfolio
• Earn a discretionary bonus based on billed hours
• Enjoy a welcoming, collaborative, and family-oriented office culture
• Work alongside a friendly, supportive team in a professional but fun environment