Client Accounting Services (CAS) Department Head / Senior Manager
About The Position
The Client Accounting Services (CAS) Department Head is a senior leadership role responsible for building, leading, and scaling the firm's CAS practice. This position plays a critical role in evolving the firm from traditional bookkeeping services into a true client advisory-focused CAS model. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced CAS leader to build the practice from the ground up, establish scalable processes, lead a high-performing team, and partner closely with firm leadership to drive long-term growth and innovation. This role may be based in any of our 19 office locations or filled as a remote position, depending on experience. We'll interview for this role during the traditional CPA firm "opportunity season" with the plan to launch the role in late April-June.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in accounting and Client Accounting Services.
- 5+ years in a leadership or senior management role within CAS or outsourced accounting.
- Proven experience building, scaling, or transforming a CAS or bookkeeping practice.
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards, payroll, and outsourced accounting services.
- Experience leading teams and managing multiple client engagements.
- Strategic and entrepreneurial leadership mindset.
- Strong client advisory and relationship management skills.
- Ability to build processes, teams, and scalable service models.
- Comfort driving change and innovation within a growing firm.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or similar professional certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategy, structure, and growth of the CAS practice.
- Oversee client advisory engagements and serve as a trusted advisor to key clients.
- Build scalable workflows, service standards, and best practices across the CAS department.
- Lead, mentor, and develop CAS managers, supervisors, and team members.
- Partner with firm leadership on pricing, service offerings, and growth initiatives.
- Ensure high-quality service delivery, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Build a CAS practice from the ground up with firm leadership support.
- High-impact leadership role with visibility and influence.
- Entrepreneurial firm culture that values innovation and growth.
- Opportunity to shape services, processes, and team structure.
- Long-term career growth and upward mobility within the firm.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
