Outsourced Accounting Manager | Professional Services & Manufacturing

Client Challenge • Columbus, OH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Outsourced Accounting Manager works in Brixey & Meyer’s CFO Services practice, within the Professional Services & Manufacturing Industries team. The role oversees multiple client engagements and leads a team of Seniors and Accountants, delivering outsourced accounting services and interim Controller support. The Manager also coaches and mentors staff, manages client relationships, and supports networking and practice development. This position reports to the Senior Manager and Shareholder.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• At least 2 years of managerial or direct supervisory experience.
• Advanced computer literacy, including proficient use of Microsoft Office products.
• Valid driver’s license and transportation to client sites up to one hour from the home office location.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Process-oriented approach, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or continuing coursework.
• CPA or relevant certification.
• Experience with or interest in leveraging automation or AI-based tools.
• At least 5 years of qualified work experience in public accounting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, value-added CFO Services to clients.
• Manage client expectations and a book of business to deliver exceptional service.
• Manage multiple engagements, meet client deadlines, schedule staff, and ensure staff time is properly utilized.
• Build and maintain relationships with key client contacts.
• Identify opportunities to create value, reduce costs, and improve client efficiency.
• Review Seniors’ and Accountants’ work for accuracy in accounting and financial reporting.
• Mentor and coach Seniors and Accountants.
• Assist with CFO Services administrative tasks, including scheduling, sales pipelining, performance reviews, and billing.
• Develop expertise in QuickBooks Online and other client ERP systems; work in client systems and perform transactions and analyses as needed.
• Assist with hiring, developing, and managing CFO Services team members as assigned.
• Meet annual budgeted billable hours.
• Cultivate new business and identify additional services for current firm clients.
• Cross-sell and identify additional services for current firm clients.
• Participate in firm committees and activities.
• Represent the firm positively in the community and through involvement in professional organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Lifestyle spending account for wellness, fitness, or other personal expenses.
• Flexible time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Career advancement opportunities and development programs.
• Training and continuing professional education (CPE) credits.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

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