Hybrid Accounting Manager — Client-Facing Financial Reporting

BST & Co. CPAs, LLP; Latham (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible work

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BST Gallagher Flynn is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee financial reporting for multiple client engagements. You will supervise a team of accounting specialists, manage month-end close, and ensure timely financial statements while supporting audits and tax work.

You will build tailored accounting processes, provide financial insights to clients, and maintain strong relationships with leadership and client contacts. Travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred or Associate’s Degree with requisite experience.
• Proficient knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with a CPA firm environment and/or outsourced accounting services.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting solutions and integrated technology platforms, such as QBO, Sage Intacct, Fund EZ, NetSuite, Workday, etc.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in managing payroll processes.
• Capable of building or improving a month-end close process for small to medium clients.
• Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Products.
• Excellent client relationship management abilities.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, building and maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Manage client accounting projects from planning to completion, ensuring quality standards and deadlines are met.
• Develop and implement accounting systems and processes tailored to client needs.
• Provide financial insights and advisory services to support clients' business decisions.
• Conduct regular client meetings to discuss financial performance and strategic opportunities.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting specialists.
• Assign and review work, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Monitor team workload and project status to ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Participate in and present at board meetings or management meetings.
• Build a forecast and budget for small to medium clients.
• Oversee purchase orders, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes, including vendor management, invoice processing, payment approvals, customer invoicing, collections, and strategic financial guidance.
• Assist with developing standardized procedures and methodologies for clients.
• Overall day-to-day management of financial reporting accuracy and on-time processing of client information.
• Produce financial reporting packages on a monthly or quarterly basis.
• Lead audit and tax return preparation annually.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting specialists.

Skills

Client management

Team leadership

GAAP knowledge

Payroll management

Month-end close

Financial reporting

CPA firm experience

Cloud accounting

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Associate’s Degree with relevant experience

Tools

QBO

Sage Intacct

Fund EZ

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

BST Gallagher Flynn is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee financial reporting for multiple client engagements. You will supervise a team of accounting specialists, manage month-end close, and ensure timely financial statements while supporting audits and tax work.

You will build tailored accounting processes, provide financial insights to clients, and maintain strong relationships with leadership and client contacts. Travel to client sites may be required.