Senior Manager - Public Accounting

Crete Professionals Alliance • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

The Senior Manager – Public Accounting provides leadership and strategic oversight for Abacus! Tax, Audit, and Accounting Services departments. This role ensures high-quality service delivery, develops client relationships, and drives growth while mentoring and guiding a team of accounting professionals. Description: The Senior Manager – Public Accounting is a client-focused leader who ensures compliance with accounting principles, tax regulations, and auditing standards while helping clients achieve their financial goals. This position requires excellent communication, strong technical knowledge, and proven leadership skills to manage client engagements, oversee complex projects, and develop staff within the firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA certification required; CMA or other advanced credential preferred
• Minimum 8 years of progressive public accounting experience, including tax, audit, and client service
• Proven experience supervising and developing professional staff
• Strong knowledge of tax regulations, accounting principles, and auditing standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, UltraTax, and AdvanceFlow preferred
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results under deadlines

Nice To Haves

• CMA or other advanced credential preferred
• experience with QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, UltraTax, and AdvanceFlow preferred

Responsibilities

• Tax Management – Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns; ensure compliance with all regulations; implement effective tax strategies; stay current on tax law changes and their client impact.
• Audit Oversight – Lead planning and execution of internal and external audits; evaluate internal controls; recommend improvements; coordinate with external auditors and manage audit schedules.
• Client Services – Build and maintain strong client relationships; identify client needs and deliver tailored accounting solutions; advise on business and financial matters, including risk management and planning.
• Team Leadership – Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals; manage workloads; conduct performance reviews; foster a collaborative work environment.
• Strategic Growth – Contribute to firm-wide strategy and business development initiatives; identify opportunities for expanded client services.
• Quality Assurance – Ensure the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and client service across all engagements.
• Technology & Process Improvement – Leverage accounting software and systems to enhance efficiency; recommend and implement process improvements.
• Professional Development – Maintain current knowledge of industry regulations, trends, and best practices; pursue continuing professional education.
• Ethics & Compliance – Uphold professional integrity and confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
• Other Duties – Perform additional assignments as required to support clients and the firm.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

What This Job Offers

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