Accounting Manager-Outsource Accounting

Clark Schaefer Hackett•Columbus, OH

1h•Hybrid

About The Position

At Clark Schaefer Hackett, we're building something different. We're large enough to serve sophisticated clients across a wide range of industries, yet small enough that your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your career isn't limited by layers of bureaucracy. Our people build meaningful careers here because they have the opportunity to do challenging work, develop genuine client relationships, and grow alongside talented professionals who care about one another's success. Our Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) practice is one of the fastest-growing service lines within the firm. As business owners increasingly turn to outsourced accounting solutions, our team continues to expand, creating opportunities for talented professionals who want to go beyond accounting and become trusted advisors. We're seeking a Manager to join our Outsource Accounting practice. This role combines client leadership, technical review, team development, and operational oversight across a portfolio of closely held and middle-market clients. If you enjoy building client relationships, developing people, improving processes, and helping businesses make sense of their financial information, we'd love to talk.

Requirements

5+ years of accounting experience, including experience reviewing the work of others.
Public accounting, outsourced accounting, client accounting services, controllership, or related experience.
Experience managing multiple clients, projects, or engagements simultaneously.
Strong understanding of financial statement preparation, month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and accounting operations.
Experience coaching, mentoring, or directing the work of team members.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA preferred.
Experience working with distributed or offshore teams is a plus.
Client Accounting Services (CAS) or Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS)
Outsourced Accounting, Outsourced Finance, Virtual Controller, or fractional accounting environments
Financial statement preparation, month-end close, and account reconciliation processes
Compilation and outsourced accounting engagements
QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Xero, Sage 50, and cloud-based accounting platforms
1099 reporting, sales tax, payroll tax, and related compliance activities
Workflow management, process improvement, and accounting technology solutions
Professional services firms, family-owned businesses, entrepreneurial companies, and middle-market organizations
You enjoy helping clients solve problems and helping team members grow.
You're comfortable balancing technical accounting responsibilities with client relationships, project management, and coaching others.
You know how to ask thoughtful questions, communicate complex concepts clearly, and keep multiple priorities moving forward without losing sight of quality.
Most importantly, you're looking for an environment where you can make a visible impact, continue developing your career, and contribute to the growth of a highly successful practice.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of outsourced accounting clients, ensuring high-quality, timely delivery of financial reporting and accounting services.
Review financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers prepared by team members before delivery to clients and tax professionals.
Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for business owners, controllers, bookkeepers, and other client stakeholders.
Lead and coach accounting professionals across our U.S. and Mumbai delivery teams.
Manage engagement budgets, realization, billing, workflow priorities, and capacity planning across your client portfolio.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate routine work, and enhance the client experience.
Collaborate with firm leadership to identify additional services and advisory opportunities that help clients grow.