Sr. Accountant (CPA)

Manay CPA•Marietta, GA

About The Position

Manay CPA is hiring a Sr. Accountant to manage financial operations and provide accounting, tax, bookkeeping, payroll, and advisory services for assigned clients. The role includes ensuring compliance with U.S. tax laws, leading tax planning, maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing financial information, and supporting client financial performance and long-term goals. The Sr. Accountant also contributes to business development and client acquisition, including proposals, pitches, and client meetings. Additional responsibilities include managing accounts receivable and payable, facilitating client onboarding, mentoring junior staff, supporting audits, documenting and testing financial processes, and helping automate accounting systems and spreadsheets. Openness to relocating to the Marietta office is not required but is considered a significant advantage.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential.
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.
Experience with QuickBooks and/or other accounting software.
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 or strong interest in client acquisition and business development, such as originating engagements, leading proposals and pitches, or growing client relationships.
Strategic, growth-oriented mindset and interest in long-term career advancement.
International tax knowledge.
Experience with UltraTax and/or other tax preparation software.
Openness to relocating to the Marietta office now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Manage clients' financial operations, including taxation, accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll management.
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 opportunities to reduce tax liability and support long-term financial goals.
Collaborate with sales and business development to pursue new client opportunities, including 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 recommend ways 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 and follow established protocols.
Contribute to client acquisition and retention efforts while providing customer service.
Organize and update digital and physical financial records to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
Participate in external audits as needed, working with auditors and providing required information and documentation.
Prepare year-end audit schedules and support the audit process.
Assist in documenting, designing, and testing processes and procedures affecting financial statements or company performance.
Help automate systems and spreadsheets to streamline accounting functions and processes.