Manager

CX; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off and holidays

Company-match 401k

Paid leave (parental and military)

Job summary

CX, a Connor Group Company, seeks a Manager to lead client engagements and deliver expert accounting guidance across biotech, tech, and real estate sectors from our San Francisco office.

You will oversee hands-on accounting, drive close processes, support external reporting, and mentor teams while collaborating with clients and leadership. This full-time role offers stability, competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• CPA license or equivalent certification is highly valued.
• 5+ years of experience, ideally mix of public accounting and industry.
• At least 2+ years leading teams and managing complex projects.
• Experience in Biotech, Tech, or Real Estate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements and deliver expert guidance.
• Oversee financial close processes, month-end and year-end procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support external reporting, including 10-Q and 10-K preparation and auditor collaboration.
• Research and apply accounting guidance for stock-based compensation, equity transactions, impairments, and GAAP compliance.
• Develop and manage financial planning initiatives, including budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Ownership & accountability

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree (preferred)

CPA license (valued)

Tools

NetSuite

FloQast

Blackline

Workiva

Carta

Job description

Are you looking to elevate your accounting expertise and make a direct impact in a consulting environment? CX, a Connor Group Company, is hiring experienced professionals to lead client engagements, solve complex challenges, and foster strong, enduring relationships. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoy turning ambiguity into opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Role

As a Manager, you’ll bring value to our clients by delivering expert guidance, driving operational improvements, and supporting complex accounting scenarios. Your role will provide hands‑on accounting support, stepping into critical roles such as:

• Controller (Interim): Oversee and refine financial close processes, including month-end and year-end procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Build and lead a high‑performing team by coaching, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative, growth‑focused environment. Provide strategic recommendations to leadership and stakeholder groups.
• Accounting Manager (Interim): Lead general ledger management and oversee consolidations, streamlining workflows to optimize efficiency. Provide hands‑on support for external reporting, including 10-Q and 10-K preparation, footnote tie‑outs, and collaboration with auditors. Research and apply relevant accounting guidance for areas such as stock‑based compensation, equity transactions, or impairments—ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with GAAP.
• Financial Analyst/Finance Manager (Interim): Develop and manage financial planning initiatives, including budgeting, forecasting, and detailed financial analyses. Deliver actionable insights that guide strategic decision‑making and drive business performance improvements.
• Internal Audit Manager (Interim): Lead audit engagements, temporary or project‑based, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) requirements. Strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities for risk mitigation while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

What You Bring

We're searching for resourceful leaders who combine technical expertise, strong problem‑solving skills, and meaningful leadership experience.

Education & Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required, while a Masters degree preferred.
• A CPA license, or equivalent certification, is highly valued.
• 5+ years of experience, ideally a mix of public accounting (Big Four or Next Ten) and industry experience.
• At least 2+ years leading teams and managing complex projects.
• Experience in Biotech, Tech, or Real Estate a plus

Skills

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, including team collaboration and client‑facing discussions.
• Proven ability to identify challenges, implement solutions, and deliver with precision.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, able to balance multiple priorities.
• Takes ownership of deliverables with minimal supervision, while proactively communicating status updates and anticipating team and client needs.
• Advanced abilities in Microsoft Excel.

Technology Proficiency

• Expertise with ERP systems, especially NetSuite, is preferred.
• Familiarity with supplemental tools like FloQast, Blackline, Workiva, and Carta is a bonus.

Why CX?

At CX, you’ll find a culture that’s built to develop and empower top‑tier professionals. We invest strategically in technology, training, and outstanding opportunities to help you live a fulfilling, flexible, and enriching life.

Our culture prioritizes

Growth: Dedicated Academy training programs and next‑gen technology, including AI powered tools, to accelerate your professional and personal development.

Collaboration: A team‑driven environment where creativity and problem‑solving thrive.

Values: Disciplined, competent, likable, and courageous professionals who make a tangible impact.

This is a full‑time, salaried position with CX, a Connor Group Company. You’ll work as part of a dedicated team of consulting professionals while collaborating with clients on interim projects. As an employee of CX, you’ll enjoy career stability, competitive pay and benefits, and the support of a world‑class consulting organization.

• Flexible time off and holidays
• Company‑match 401k
• Paid leave (parental and military)

As part of the global Connor Group organization, CX is trusted by over 800 companies. We are recognized as the #1 IPO service provider and a market leader in operational and technical accounting solutions. From startups to multinational enterprises, we’ve been delivering excellence for over two decades.

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