Senior Manager--Outsourced Accounting

Clark Schaefer Hackett•Columbus, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Clark Schaefer Hackett is seeking a Senior Manager to help lead their Outsource Accounting practice. This is a high-profile leadership role responsible for client relationships, technical excellence, team development, operational performance, and growth across a portfolio of outsourced accounting engagements. The Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) practice is one of the fastest-growing service lines within the firm, and this role is central to its expansion. The Senior Manager will serve as the senior technical reviewer and trusted advisor for a diverse portfolio of outsourced accounting clients, lead and develop teams in both the U.S. and Mumbai, and build strong relationships with business owners, executives, and other advisors. The role also involves overseeing engagement economics, identifying opportunities for client relationship expansion, guiding clients toward strategic accounting solutions, and driving a culture of accountability, quality, continuous improvement, and exceptional client service. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of the Outsource Accounting practice and influence client experience, operational strategy, talent development, and business growth.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant experience in outsourced accounting, client accounting services, controllership, or related disciplines.
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
Strong understanding of accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close processes, and client service delivery.
Ability to manage multiple client relationships while balancing quality, profitability, and team utilization.
Proven success developing business, expanding client relationships, generating referrals, or cross-selling services.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA license and/or MBA strongly preferred.
Experience working with distributed or offshore delivery teams is a plus.
Client Accounting Services (CAS) or Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS)
Outsourced Accounting, Outsourced Finance, Virtual Controller, or Fractional CFO environments
Month-end close, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and general ledger management
Compilation engagements and after-the-fact accounting services
QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Xero, Sage 50, and cloud-based accounting platforms
Multi-client portfolio management within a public accounting or outsourced accounting environment
Team leadership, coaching, performance management, and capacity planning
Business development, client expansion, cross-selling, and referral generation
Process improvement, workflow automation, and technology-enabled accounting solutions
Professional service firms, closely held businesses, family-owned businesses, and middle-market organizations
Enjoy solving problems, developing people, and building long-term client relationships.
Comfortable discussing complex accounting matters, coaching managers, addressing client challenges, and identifying opportunities for growth.
Sound judgment, strong business acumen, and a genuine desire to help clients and team members succeed.
Looking for a place where contributions matter and where you can help shape a growing practice.

Responsibilities

Serve as the senior technical reviewer and trusted advisor for a diverse portfolio of outsourced accounting clients.
Lead and develop a team of Managers and accounting professionals across both our U.S. and Mumbai delivery teams.
Build strong relationships with business owners, executives, lenders, tax professionals, auditors, and other trusted advisors.
Oversee engagement economics, including pricing, realization, staffing, and capacity planning.
Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through additional services, referrals, and advisory solutions.
Help clients determine when they've outgrown after-the-fact accounting services and guide them toward more strategic accounting and finance solutions.
Drive a culture of accountability, quality, continuous improvement, and exceptional client service.