Senior Accounting Manager

Right Choice Resources; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial advisory firm is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead client accounting operations and deliver exceptional service. The ideal candidate will manage various clients' finances, review financial statements, and identify efficiency opportunities. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's in accounting, CPA eligibility, and at least 5 years of experience. An advanced degree and experience with M&A accounting are preferred. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential to excel in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with M&A accounting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations for multiple clients.
• Review monthly financial statements and conduct variance analysis.
• Develop and document methodologies for client engagements.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Client service delivery

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Advanced degree

CPA or CPA eligible

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Accounting Manager – Client Advisory Services

Our client is hiring a Senior Accounting Manager to join its Client Advisory Services team. This role supports a range of small and mid sized businesses and is ideal for candidates with public accounting experience and strong client facing skills.

Salary: $100K-$125K plus bonus (negotiable).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day to day accounting and finance operations for multiple clients within a shared services environment.
• Review monthly financial statements and complete variance and budget analysis.
• Translate financial data into clear insights that support leadership decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and increase efficiency.
• Work within the firm’s technology stack and recommend additional tools or integrations that support a more efficient month end close.
• Develop and document repeatable methodologies, templates, and tools used across client engagements.
• Lead assessments, implementations, and onboarding for new clients.
• Establish processes that ensure exceptional client service.
• Support business development through lead generation, client expansion, and proposal preparation.
• Use technology to streamline internal and client accounting workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, advanced degree preferred.
• CPA or CPA eligible.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with M&A accounting is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, time management, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to deliver a high level of client service.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Accounting / Auditing
• Industries: Accounting