Y-Hire Accounting Manager

Crowe • Chicago, IL

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you’re trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That’s why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry. Job Description: Crowe is seeking a Manager to join our dynamic Y-Hire Accounting team within our Studio group. You will play a pivotal role in the leadership and expansion of our fast-growing practice, with a focus on delivering high-quality, Client Accounting Services (CAS) to various clients while driving business development. This position will be instrumental in shaping accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements for our diverse client base. This is a project management-focused role where you'll be executing Client Accounting Services (CAS). The role offers significant opportunities for upward mobility and professional growth. This is a hybrid position with 2-3 days in office each week may be required to foster a collaborative environment with the team as well as work directly with clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field required
• Must have at least 5 years of experience in outsourced accounting, Client Accounting Services (CAS), and managing multiple clients
• CPA, CMA, CGMA, ACCA or a Masters of Accountancy/MBA required
• Public accounting experience is highly regarded
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple client demands
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, Bill.com, Ramp, ADP, Paycor, Gusto, Expensify, Excel (advanced), or other similar software
• Experience with GAAP and IFRS
• Travel up to 30% as needed
• We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe’s values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
• Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Public accounting experience is highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day management of financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of client information
• Conduct thorough reviews of G/L for coding accuracy, file completeness, and overall financial integrity
• Understand and operate effectively within the organization’s independence and risk governance framework
• Utilize a broad network of professional relationships to generate leads and drive business growth
• Collaborate across Crowe’s leadership to develop strategic sales and accounting plans, maintaining, and updating them throughout the opportunity lifecycle
• Provide clients with a comprehensive Management Reporting Package monthly
• Engage in regular client meetings to discuss ongoing work, special projects, and financial outcomes
• Manage post-sales account activities, ensuring all contractual obligations are met and exploring opportunities to introduce additional Crowe solutions and services
• Coordinate with tax professionals to communicate tax reporting requirements
• Offer advisory services tailored to the unique needs of emerging or high-growth businesses
• Participate in business development through active involvement in community and professional organizations
• Lead and mentor a team of Supervisors, Senior Staff, and Staff Accountants, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Manage multiple client engagements with strong project management skills
• Provide oversight, leadership, and training to other team members to ensure timely deliverables, technical accounting support, and proper staffing of engagements
• Engage in multiple opportunities with prospects and sales of CAS services

Benefits

• Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package.
• We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level