Sr. Accountant (CPA)

Manay CPA•Marietta, GA

16h

About The Position

Manay CPA is hiring a Senior Accountant to manage client financial operations across taxation, accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll. The role ensures compliance with U.S. tax laws and regulations, provides tax planning and advisory services, and supports clients’ long-term financial goals. It also contributes to business development, client acquisition and retention, onboarding, and cross-department collaboration. The Senior Accountant maintains accurate financial records, analyzes financial data, supports audits and year-end audit schedules, helps document and test financial processes, and assists with automation of accounting systems and spreadsheets. The position includes mentoring junior accounting staff and offers growth opportunities, with strong performers potentially advancing into leadership responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential is required.
At least 5 years of professional experience in accounting and tax, with a strong focus on tax planning and advisory.
Ability to build trusted relationships with clients and referral partners.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including confidence presenting to clients.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Dependable, self-directed, and detail-oriented, with an end-result-oriented work style.
Positive team player and fast learner who can master new concepts quickly.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Public accounting experience.
Experience advising clients on tax strategy and planning beyond compliance and preparation.
Experience in or strong interest in client acquisition and business development, including originating engagements, leading proposals and pitches, or growing client relationships.
International tax knowledge.
Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software.
Experience with UltraTax or other tax preparation software.
Strategic, growth-oriented mindset and interest in long-term career advancement.

Responsibilities

Manage clients’ financial operations, including taxation, accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll.
Ensure compliance with U.S. taxation laws and regulations, including timely filing of tax returns and payments.
Lead tax planning and advisory for assigned clients, identifying ways to reduce tax liability and support long-term financial goals.
Collaborate with sales and business development teams on client opportunities, proposals, pitches, and client meetings.
Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable, including invoicing, collections, payments, and reconciliation.
Maintain current financial records and documentation using accounting software such as QuickBooks.
Analyze financial data and trends and provide recommendations to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
Collaborate across departments to align financial strategies with business initiatives and strategic objectives.
Mentor and guide junior accounting staff.
Facilitate client onboarding for assigned engagements in accordance with established protocols.
Contribute to client acquisition and retention by providing strong customer service.
Organize and update digital and physical financial records for accuracy and accessibility.
Participate in external audits and provide auditors with required information and documentation as needed.
Prepare year-end audit schedules and support the audit process.
Assist in documenting, designing, and testing processes and procedures that affect financial statements or company performance.
Help automate systems and spreadsheets to streamline accounting functions and processes.