Senior Accounting & Advisory Manager - Hybrid

BST & Co. CPAs,; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

BST Gallagher Flynn LLP seeks a Senior Accounting Manager to lead their Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services practice. You will supervise professionals, oversee client engagements, and ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

You will manage month-end close, audits, tax engagements, and advisory support, while mentoring staff and ensuring timely delivery for 5–10 concurrent clients in a dynamic, growth-focused firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required
• 7+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, outsourced accounting, or client-facing accounting roles
• Experience managing multiple concurrent client engagements
• Prior people management or senior-level team leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Advanced general ledger, reconciliation, and financial statement review expertise
• Experience with budgets, forecasts, cash flow management, and variance analysis
• Experience managing audits and coordinating tax engagements
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft 365 tools
• Experience with cloud-based accounting platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Fund EZ, Workday, or similar systems
• Exceptional client relationship management and communication skills
• Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Analytical, detail-oriented mindset with high standards for accuracy
• Ability to manage scope, timelines, and budgets while meeting deadlines
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed for client experience and relationship building

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
• Manage client engagements from planning through execution
• Provide strategic financial insights and advisory support
• Prepare and review financial reporting packages and KPIs
• Lead and participate in client, management, and board meetings
• Oversee day-to-day financial reporting accuracy
• Review general ledger activity and reconciliations
• Ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements
• Build and review budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analyses
• Oversee month-end close improvements
• Lead audits, reviews, and attest engagements
• Coordinate annual tax return preparation and compliance
• Oversee sales and payroll tax reporting
• Ensure strong internal controls and process improvements
• Supervise and develop team staff
• Coach and provide feedback to staff
• Monitor engagement status and resource utilization
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture
• Model BST-GF values and client service standards
• Implement standardized procedures and methodologies
• Support cloud-based accounting tech implementations
• Apply audit rigor to close and reporting
• Identify efficiencies and risks across engagements

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Client relationship management

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Microsoft 365

QuickBooks Online

Sage Intacct

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

BST Gallagher Flynn LLP seeks a Senior Accounting Manager to lead their Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services practice. You will supervise professionals, oversee client engagements, and ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

You will manage month-end close, audits, tax engagements, and advisory support, while mentoring staff and ensuring timely delivery for 5–10 concurrent clients in a dynamic, growth-focused firm.