Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services Manager

Gross, Mendelsohn & Associates, P.A. • Fair Oaks, VA

1d • $120,000 - $155,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Gross Mendelsohn, we believe accounting should be a catalyst for better business decisions—not just a record of what already happened. Our Outsourced Accounting Services (OAS) team partners with growing businesses and nonprofit organizations to modernize their finance function through experienced professionals, proven processes, and leading technology. We don't simply "do the books." We become an extension of our clients' leadership teams, providing the financial insight, operational support, and strategic guidance they need to grow with confidence. As part of a full-service CPA and advisory firm, our clients also benefit from seamless access to audit, tax, technology consulting, cybersecurity, wealth management, and business advisory professionals—all working together to solve complex business challenges. We're looking for an experienced accounting leader who enjoys building relationships, mentoring professionals, solving problems, and helping clients transform the way they manage finance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Public accounting and/or outsourced accounting experience preferred.
• Experience managing multiple client engagements simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience leading and developing accounting professionals.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Passion for delivering exceptional client service.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with: Nonprofit organizations, Government contractors, Closely held businesses, Professional service firms, Multi-entity organizations
• Experience with: Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, BILL, Ramp, AI-enabled accounting and workflow automation tools

Responsibilities

• Lead Client Relationships: Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of outsourced accounting clients. Develop trusted advisor relationships with business owners, executive directors, CEOs, CFOs, Controllers, finance committees, and boards. Lead recurring financial review meetings and translate financial results into actionable business insights. Understand each client's goals, challenges, and long-term objectives. Anticipate client needs and proactively recommend solutions that improve operations and financial visibility. Deliver a consistently outstanding client experience that builds long-term relationships.
• Deliver Strategic Accounting & Advisory Services: Oversee all phases of outsourced accounting engagements from onboarding through ongoing delivery. Review month-end and year-end close processes. Review financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for accuracy and quality. Assist clients with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, KPI reporting, and financial planning. Provide technical accounting guidance on complex accounting matters. Coordinate with client auditors, tax professionals, and internal stakeholders throughout the year. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and streamline financial operations.
• Champion Technology & Innovation: Technology is central to how we serve our clients. You'll help clients modernize their finance function by implementing cloud-based accounting solutions, automating manual processes, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency through emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools. Experience with platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct, BILL, Ramp, and other cloud-based applications is highly valued.
• Lead High-Performing Teams: Supervise, coach, and mentor Seniors, Staff Accountants, and Associates. Review work products while providing timely and meaningful feedback. Delegate work based on staff strengths and development goals. Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and performance evaluations. Foster a collaborative, accountable, and client-focused culture. Help build the next generation of leaders within the OAS practice.
• Drive Practice Growth: We view every client relationship as an opportunity to create additional value. You'll partner with firm leadership to: Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships. Introduce clients to additional Gross Mendelsohn service lines when appropriate. Participate in networking, speaking engagements, and business development activities. Support proposal development and prospective client meetings. Contribute ideas that improve the OAS practice, our processes, and the client experience.

Benefits

• Seamless access to audit, tax, technology consulting, cybersecurity, wealth management, and business advisory professionals
• Mentorship
• Professional development
• Modern technology
• Meaningful opportunities for growth

What This Job Offers

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