Hybrid Tech Outsourced Accounting Manager

Withum; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Job summary

Withum is seeking an Outsourced Accounting Manager in Princeton, NJ, to lead a diverse team servicing technology clients. The role emphasizes problem-solving, numbers, dedication, and teamwork in a hybrid work setting.

You will oversee AP workflows, payroll filings, month-end close, and journal entries while collaborating with client HR and leadership. CPA or MBA and 5–7+ years of accounting leadership are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA preferred and/or MBA equivalent.
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership and review responsibilities.
• Demonstrated client service experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing and mentoring a team of professionals; assign work, review deliverables, and support development through coaching and feedback.
• Overseeing accounts payable workflows, including review/approval of vendor and contractor payments and maintenance of appropriate supporting documentation.
• Reviewing and approving payroll processing and related filings in collaboration with client HR/payroll providers.
• Leading the month-end close process, including reviewing proposed journal entries, ensuring timely reconciliations, and maintaining an accurate general ledger.
• Reviewing and approving all proposed journal entries and confirming appropriate supporting details.
• Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and resolving variances, including cash, AR, prepaid, fixed assets, accruals, and other key accounts.
• Supporting budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and performance analytics; help clients translate results into actionable operational decisions.
• Partnering with client leadership as the day-to-day point of contact; proactively communicate status, risks, and recommendations.
• Coordinating and facilitating external reviews and annual financial statement audits; manage auditor requests and support timely issuance of deliverables.
• Evaluating and strengthening internal controls; streamline close and reporting processes; help implement best practices across AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership experience

Client service

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

QuickBooks Online

NetSuite

Excel (pivot tables, lookups)

Job description

Withum is seeking an Outsourced Accounting Manager in Princeton, NJ, to lead a diverse team servicing technology clients. The role emphasizes problem-solving, numbers, dedication, and teamwork in a hybrid work setting.

You will oversee AP workflows, payroll filings, month-end close, and journal entries while collaborating with client HR and leadership. CPA or MBA and 5–7+ years of accounting leadership are preferred.