Government Accounting Manager - Remote

Jobot; Irvine (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public accounting firm is seeking a fully remote Government Accounting Manager for their consulting practice. This role involves leading engagements, supervising a team, and ensuring compliance and performance improvement. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in public accounting or local government.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in public accounting or local government.
• Supervisory experience with direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex engagements in accounting and financial reporting.
• Supervise and mentor a team of consultants and accountants.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Technical Guidance

Supervisory Skills

Financial Reporting

Compliance

Performance Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Job description

Job Details

About Us

An IPA Top 225 Public Accounting firm is looking to hire a fully remote Government Accounting Manager to join their government consulting practice group. If you are tired of long hours at larger firms or are currently an accountant working for a small/local government, this is the opportunity you've been looking for!

Responsibilities

• Lead complex engagements in accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and performance improvement.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while providing strategic and technical guidance.
• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of consultants and accountants.
• Partner with senior leadership on cross-functional initiatives and firm-wide goals.
• Stay informed on industry developments and regulatory changes.
• Promote a culture of integrity, professionalism, and excellence.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure quality outcomes.
• Provide ongoing coaching, training, and performance feedback to team members.
• Participate in performance evaluations and staff development planning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• 7+ years of experience in public accounting or an accounting role within a small/local government with increasing responsibility.
• Supervisory experience with direct reports.