Bookkeeping Manager

Tax Relief Advocates•Irvine, CA

4h•$125,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Bookkeeping Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the bookkeeping department. This role ensures accurate financial records, efficient workflows, compliance with accounting standards, and high-quality service delivery. It combines strong leadership, process optimization, and hands-on financial oversight (onsite and remotely) to support the organization’s goals.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to oversee bookkeeping teams (remotely and onsite), manage workflows, enforce internal controls, and maintain accurate financial records.
Hands-on experience with payroll processing, tax compliance, and supporting external audits.
A track record of identifying process improvements and working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptability with proven experience working cross-functionally and partnering with external accounts.
A motivation to level up and take on challenges.
Excellent time management skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience preferred
3–5+ years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership role.
Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles, financial practices, payroll systems, and tax regulations.
Proven experience managing daily bookkeeping operations, including bank reconciliations, journal entries, general ledger maintenance, and timely month-end close processes is required.

Nice To Haves

CPA, Certified Bookkeeper (CB), or similar professional certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage daily bookkeeping operations, including bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Establish, document, implement, and continuously improve standardized bookkeeping processes, procedures, and best practices.
Supervise, train, and mentor the bookkeeping team while setting performance expectations, conducting reviews, and managing workload and capacity to meet all deadlines.
Track and analyze key performance indicators such as close timelines, error rates, and productivity metrics to drive performance and operational efficiency.
Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements, automation, and system enhancements to optimize operations.
Ensure full compliance with GAAP, internal controls, company policies, and all applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated bookkeeping issues, complex financial inquiries, and cross-functional collaboration with operations, HR, client-facing teams, and leadership.
Oversees bookkeeping systems and tools, including accounting software and payroll platforms, while supporting implementations, upgrades, and data integrity initiatives.
Coordinates with external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals while staying current on regulatory changes and evolving accounting standards.
Prepare and present operational and performance reports to senior leadership and perform additional duties as assigned.