Manager, FIT Accounting and Bookkeeping
About The Position
Stern Cohen LLP is seeking an experienced Manager to lead Stern Cohen FIT, their innovative and rapidly growing cloud bookkeeping and outsourced accounting practice. FIT provides growing businesses with essential financial support, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, accounting, payroll, and part-time CFO services, utilizing a modern cloud accounting platform (QuickBooks Online, Dext, Wagepoint). As Manager, you will be instrumental in leading client engagements, developing the FIT team, and ensuring high service standards. Supported by the FIT Senior Manager and Partners, you will oversee the quality and delivery of outsourced accounting engagements for a diverse client portfolio. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy collaborating with business owners, problem-solving, and understanding various organizational operations. It offers opportunities for specialized expertise development, contributing to the growth of a fast-paced practice, and influencing the future of the FIT service. The firm is looking for an enthusiastic leader who prioritizes exceptional client service and leverages technology for efficient and valuable accounting solutions.
Requirements
- Completion of a degree or diploma in bookkeeping, accounting, business, or finance
- Strong bookkeeping and financial knowledge with experience in cash flow projections, budgeting, and financial analysis
- Knowledge of Compilation financial statements (formerly Notice to Reader) and tax
- Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and move efficiently between tasks and clients
- At least one year of management experience in a public accounting environment or industry, including responsibility for overseeing accounting work
- Demonstrated excellence in client service and relationship building with both external and internal clients
- Strong attention to detail and analytical and inquiry skills that enable a deep understanding of clients’ businesses
- Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills
Nice To Haves
- Tax experience is an asset
- Experience with cloud-based accounting platforms, especially QuickBooks Online, Dext, Wagepoint, and Plooto is a strong asset but not required
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee a dedicated team of bookkeepers, accountants and payroll specialists
- Review engagement files and tax returns for small business clients
- Act as a leadership role model, through coaching, feedback, development, and performance management of direct and indirect reports
- Continuously pursue opportunities for professional development and increased industry knowledge
- Maintain knowledge of the latest accounting technologies and applications that will support our clients’ financial and organizational needs
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Become an integral part of the management team and assist with practice management
Benefits
- Flex hours and a real commitment to work-life balance
- Fridays off with pay in July and August
- 2 additional paid days during the winter holidays
- 8 personal days in addition to vacation time
- 2:00 p.m. closure on Fridays before every long weekend
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, and educational assistance
- Professional development training, coaching, and support
- Advancement opportunities due to firm growth
- “Dress for your day” flexibility
- A modern cloud-based work environment using tools like Microsoft 365, Zoom, and Teams
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
