CAAS Accounting Manager

PP&Co • San Jose, CA

4h

About The Position

At PP&Co, we are dedicated to empowering individuals, closely held businesses, and high-net-worth individuals to reach their financial goals. In February 2024, PP&Co strategically joined Ascend – a tax, accounting, and advisory platform that partners with entrepreneurial CPAs to usher in their next stage of growth. Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives. The Accounting Manager is a core delivery role within PP&Co's Client Accounting Services practice. This individual is responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting operations for an assigned portfolio of clients across a range of industries. The Accounting Manager ensures accurate and timely financial reporting, maintains strong client relationships, and collaborates closely with the Team Lead and Accounting Advisors to deliver consistent, high-quality service.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a public accounting or outsourced accounting services environment.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online (QBO) required.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple client deadlines simultaneously.
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with QBO Advanced or multiple QBO entities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary accounting contact for an assigned client portfolio, managing all aspects of bookkeeping and financial reporting.
• Oversee and perform month-end close procedures, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) on a monthly, quarterly, and/or annual basis per client engagement terms.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all transactions in QuickBooks Online.
• Coordinate with offshore bookkeeping, AR, AP, and payroll teams to ensure timely processing and accuracy of transactional data.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with assigned clients, acting as a reliable and knowledgeable point of contact.
• Communicate proactively with clients regarding financial results, open items, and deadlines.
• Identify and escalate complex client issues or advisory opportunities to the Team Lead or Accounting Advisor as appropriate.
• Work closely with the Team Lead to ensure client deliverables meet firm quality standards and are completed on schedule.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior staff and offshore team members as needed.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes, workflows, and documentation standards.

Benefits

• Opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
• Supportive environment.
• Ample opportunities for career advancement.
• Collaborative culture where every voice is heard and valued.

What This Job Offers

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