Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) Manager

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical

Dental

Vision care

Disability and life insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Paid Care Leave

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert's Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) practice is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Manager to join our Houston team. This leadership role oversees delivery of outsourced accounting services, manages client relationships, leads domestic and offshore team members, and ensures timely and accurate financial reporting.

The Manager serves as trusted advisor on accounting processes, budgeting, forecasting, and operational efficiencies, fostering a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with management within a public accounting firm.
• Experience delivering outsourced accounting, client accounting advisory, or controllership services.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of outsourced accounting services and financial reporting for a portfolio of client engagements.
• Lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals, including offshore team members.
• Oversee client onboarding activities, including system setup, project planning, and process implementation.
• Review management reporting packages, financial statements, reconciliations, and other client deliverables.
• Partner with clients on budgeting, forecasting, KPI development, and management reporting.
• Monitor engagement performance, resource utilization, work-in-progress, and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to identify process improvements and technology-driven efficiencies.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while ensuring quality, timeliness, and exceptional client service.
• Support the implementation of new accounting technologies and special projects as needed.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Budgeting & Forecasting

Client relationship mgmt

Project management

Offshore team management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Sage Intacct

Job description

Cherry Bekaert's Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) practice is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Manager to join our Houston team. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of outsourced accounting services, managing client relationships, leading domestic and offshore team members, and ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of financial reporting and management information.

The Manager serves as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance on accounting processes, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational efficiencies while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of outsourced accounting services and financial reporting for a portfolio of client engagements.
• Lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals, including offshore team members.
• Oversee client onboarding activities, including system setup, project planning, and process implementation.
• Review management reporting packages, financial statements, reconciliations, and other client deliverables.
• Partner with clients on budgeting, forecasting, KPI development, and management reporting.
• Monitor engagement performance, resource utilization, work-in-progress, and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to identify process improvements and technology-driven efficiencies.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while ensuring quality, timeliness, and exceptional client service.
• Support the implementation of new accounting technologies and special projects as needed.

What You Bring to the Role

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management experience within a public accounting firm.
• Experience providing outsourced accounting, client accounting advisory, or controllership services to multiple clients.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, and financial reporting tools.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Experience leading and developing accounting professionals, including remote and offshore team members.
• Strong project management, organizational, and client relationship management skills.
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect
• The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
• A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development
• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
• Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work
• Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision care
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement plans
• Paid Care Leave
• Other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection

Pay Range: $101,000 to $192,600 per year

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.