Senior Client Accountant & Outsourced Controller Leader

JHM Certified Public Accountants; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Rx insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

Paid time off

401(k) profit sharing

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

CPE / CPA exam

Mentor program

Work from home

Job summary

JHM Certified Public Accountants in Chattanooga seeks a Senior Client Accountant to manage CAAS engagements, serving as the primary relationship manager for clients.

You'll oversee month-end and year-end close, review financial statements, and mentor staff while collaborating with partners to identify opportunities and drive client success.

Join a family‑oriented office with experienced professionals, offering mentorship, growth, and a focus on quality accounting services for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• CPA license preferred.
• Public accounting, Accounting Manager or Controller experience.
• Experience with multiple accounting software platforms and cloud-based systems including QBO.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting operations, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for assigned CAAS clients.
• Oversee month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Review financial statements, account reconciliations, and accounting work prepared by staff.
• Function as an outsourced Controller for client organizations.
• Assist clients with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Lead accounting system implementations and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and supervision to CAAS staff and seniors.
• Collaborate with partners and managers to identify client service opportunities.
• Participate in business development and client retention efforts.

Skills

relationship management

staff mentorship

financial analysis

accounting operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

5+ years accounting experience

Tools

QBO

multiple accounting software

Job description

JHM Certified Public Accountants in Chattanooga seeks a Senior Client Accountant to manage CAAS engagements, serving as the primary relationship manager for clients.

You'll oversee month-end and year-end close, review financial statements, and mentor staff while collaborating with partners to identify opportunities and drive client success.

Join a family‑oriented office with experienced professionals, offering mentorship, growth, and a focus on quality accounting services for clients.