Strategic Outsourced Finance & Accounting Senior Manager

Cherry Bekaert; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert, a leading US accounting and consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Manager of Finance and Outsourced Accounting to lead client engagements from planning through delivery. You will oversee monthly close, act as a trusted advisor to clients, and present financial results to management and audit committees.

You will mentor staff, manage staffing and utilization, and drive efficiency by leveraging technology and innovative solutions across engagements.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• CPA designation and accounting background are required.
• Experience leading client engagements and managing teams in professional services.
• Strong knowledge of financial forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead client engagements, including monthly close and consulting projects, from planning through execution and delivery.
• Serve as a key client contact, building relationships and acting as a trusted advisor to ensure timely, high‑quality deliverables within budget.
• Prepare and present financial results and analysis to client management, finance committees, and audit committees, with support from Directors as appropriate.
• Oversee client invoicing processes, including review and coordination of collection follow‑ups.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members, fostering professional growth, engagement, and collaboration.
• Assist with staffing, resource planning, and utilization management across engagements.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and innovative solutions to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Ensure engagements comply with industry standards, firm methodologies, and best practices while monitoring key financial and performance metrics.
• Support practice leadership with strategic initiatives by identifying client expansion opportunities and contributing to growth efforts.

Skills

communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Cherry Bekaert, a leading US accounting and consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Manager of Finance and Outsourced Accounting to lead client engagements from planning through delivery. You will oversee monthly close, act as a trusted advisor to clients, and present financial results to management and audit committees.

You will mentor staff, manage staffing and utilization, and drive efficiency by leveraging technology and innovative solutions across engagements.