Managed Services - Private Asr - Finance/Accounting Manager

PwC•Chicago, IL

3d•$99,000 - $297,000•Remote

About The Position

As a Managed Services - Private ASR - Finance/Accounting Manager you will oversee accounting and finance workstreams that support client service delivery, including financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial record management. As a Manager you will lead teams, coach staff, and drive assigned work through clear planning, disciplined execution, and practical problem solving while validating that deliverables align with client needs and firm standards. In this role, you will also use technology and business insight to identify process improvements, support compliance activities, and help guide timely, accurate information that supports decision-making within our Finance practice. In this role at PwC, you will manage client-facing accounting work, mentor team members, and coordinate priorities across multiple tasks while navigating changing demands and maintaining a focus on quality, timelines, and professional judgment.

Requirements

At least a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Finance
At least 5 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in public accounting or a controllership environment
Current pursuit of CPA or an active CPA license
Applying proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office, and ERP/accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, Intacct, NetSuite, Workday, SAP, Bill.com, Ramp, and Double
Managing finance and accounting client service teams
Leveraging accounting advisory and financial reporting skills
Taking ownership of project planning, budgeting, execution
Mentoring team members through work review and coaching
Applying accounting policies, practices, and ledger knowledge
Using digital tooling and AI-human collaboration

Responsibilities

Leading finance and accounting workstreams for private client service engagements and validating timely delivery of financial reporting outputs
Managing teams through planning, execution, and review of accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, account reconciliation, and financial record keeping
Coaching team members on accounting policies, financial reporting standards, and recurring close processes to improve consistency in deliverables
Analyzing financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting data to identify trends, variances, and decision support insights
Overseeing the preparation of journal entries, ledger reconciliations, and account analysis for accurate period end close activities
Coordinating issue resolution across client finance processes, escalating significant accounting matters and control concerns when needed
Using accounting technology, digital tooling, and AI-enabled solutions to streamline workflows and improve recurring service delivery
Building client relationships by presenting financial findings, discussing risks, and supporting informed business decisions