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The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Transwestern/Owner policies and ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Transwestern/Owner policies and ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Owner policies and procedures are ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Owner policies and procedures are ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Owner policies and procedures are ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Owner policies and procedures are ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Owner policies and procedures are ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Owner policies and procedures are ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Owner policies and procedures are ...

The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Owner policies and procedures are ...

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How much do client accounting manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for client accounting manager in the United States is $95,659.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Client Accounting Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Client Accounting Manager, you need solid expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting, and a relevant degree such as a bachelor's in accounting or finance, often accompanied by a CPA or equivalent certification. Proficiency with accounting software like QuickBooks, Xero, or SAP, as well as advanced Excel skills, is typically required. Exceptional organizational, leadership, and client communication skills help you manage teams and foster strong client relationships. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate financial management, maintaining client trust, and efficiently leading accounting teams.

What is the difference between Client Accounting Manager vs Bookkeeper?

AspectClient Accounting ManagerBookkeeper
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance; CPA certification is a plusHigh school diploma or equivalent; some may have certifications like QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Work EnvironmentCorporate or client-based accounting departments, often overseeing multiple accountsSmall business settings, freelance, or in-house for specific companies
ResponsibilitiesManaging client accounts, financial reporting, overseeing accounting processesRecording transactions, maintaining ledgers, basic bookkeeping tasks

The main difference is that a Client Accounting Manager oversees multiple client accounts, handles complex financial reporting, and manages accounting teams, whereas a Bookkeeper focuses on recording and maintaining financial transactions with less managerial responsibility. The roles often overlap in skills but differ in scope and complexity.

What are some common challenges faced by Client Accounting Managers, and how can they be addressed?

Client Accounting Managers often encounter challenges such as managing multiple client accounts simultaneously, ensuring compliance with ever-changing regulations, and meeting tight reporting deadlines. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are key to handling these demands. Leveraging accounting software, developing standardized processes, and fostering open collaboration with team members and clients can help minimize errors and improve efficiency. Staying updated with industry best practices and regular training also supports success in this role.

What does a Client Accounting Manager do?

A Client Accounting Manager oversees the accounting operations and financial reporting for clients, often within an accounting firm or financial services company. They manage a team of accountants, ensure accurate and timely financial statements, and act as a primary point of contact for client financial matters. Responsibilities typically include budgeting, financial analysis, compliance with regulations, and improving accounting processes. They play a crucial role in client relationship management by offering strategic financial advice and ensuring client satisfaction.
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Infographic showing various Client Accounting Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,659 per year, or $46 per hour.
Client Accounting Manager

Client Accounting Manager

Transwestern

Houston, TX โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Four dynamic, integrated companies make up the Transwestern enterprise, giving us the perspective to think broadly, deeply and creatively about commercial real estate. Clients and investors rely on us for expertise that spans institutional and opportunistic investment, development, hospitality, and brokerage and asset services. Our award-winning, collaborative culture empowers team members with resources and independence to work across boundaries in pursuit of innovative solutions, reinforcing a reputation for service excellence that translates to measurable results. Through offices nationwide and alliance partners around the globe, we positively impact the built environment and our communities while fostering a work climate that champions career vitality for all. Learn more at transwestern.com and @Transwestern.
Part of the Transwestern companies, Transwestern Real Estate Services (TRS) strives to add value for investors, owners, and occupiers across all commercial property types. Fueled by a holistic perspective of the real estate life cycle, agility and creativity are hallmarks of our approach, while vast national resources and sound market intelligence underpin customized recommendations and property solutions.
Transwestern is built on a common purpose - Empowering Good People to do Extraordinary Things Together. We are committed to the hiring of smart, passionate, hard-working people who understand the benefits of both collaboration and independence.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Client Accounting Manager position is responsible for managing and monitoring the daily activities of assigned Client Accounting staff and ensuring that all Transwestern/Owner policies and procedures are consistently and accurately followed for the assigned properties. The Manager performs periodic reviews of reports, reconciliations, and other financial information to ensure accuracy and consistency. The Manager works closely with Property Management and Clients to ensure that all reporting deadlines are met. The Manager provides mentoring to staff and sets a positive and healthy culture within the team. The Manager will provide leadership in the knowledge, training, and utilization of the assigned real estate accounting software(s) (e.g., MRI, Yardi, P2P, ClickPay, Client Accounting Systems, etc.).
It is also the responsibility of the Client Accounting Manager to deliver the Transwestern Experience when interacting and communicating with tenants, owners, vendors and fellow team members.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Direct and manage professional staff on a daily basis, must possess a thorough understanding of the job responsibilities of each staff member and be able to recommend necessary process changes and improvements.
  • Screen, hire, supervise, mentor and train staff as required. This also may include initiating disciplinary actions, including terminations.
  • Prepare and review monthly accounting calendars to ensure that client accounting staff is appropriately controlling project deadline flow, that all reporting deadlines, special payments (e.g., mortgages and taxes) and owner requirements are documented and met.
  • Provide Treasury Management oversight, disbursement approvals and signatory on client bank accounts.
  • Perform detailed review of financial reports, reconciliations and all financial information prepared by the accounting staff and/or the property management staff to ensure compliance with Owner Policies and Procedures and the Management Agreement.
  • Prepare detailed checklists and other tools to ensure proper recording of financial transactions in accordance with all policies and procedures.
  • Assist in the preparation of the annual budget with members of property management. Review the budget prepared by the property manager.
  • Assist in the preparation of the annual expenses recovery reconciliation schedules. Review the calculations prepared by the property manager and provide comments to ensure accuracy.
  • Review and approve new vendors as well as changes to existing vendors. Activate new vendors in the accounting systems.
  • Review and post tenant adjustments.
  • Review and approve bank reconciliations.
  • Approve invoices in applicable payables systems.
  • Maintain mortgage, property tax and sales tax tracking schedules to ensure all taxes are paid.
  • Assist in the management of new project takeovers, coordinating the transition with accountants, clients, property management and Treasury.
  • Provide guidance and training in the utilization of assigned real estate accounting software (MRI, Yardi, P2P, ClickPay, Client Accounting Systems, etc) as required.
  • Provide oversight in maintaining, reviewing, and filing of all required accounting documentation into Prop360. Train staff on the Prop360 accounting filing requirements as required.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisor, colleagues, clients, internal and external auditors, tax preparers and team members as required.
  • Perform or assume additional client accounting duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • A bachelor's degree with emphasis in accounting or finance. A CPA is preferred.
  • A minimum of 7+ years of recent fee-based property management accounting experience preferred.
  • A minimum of 2+ years of recent accounting department management experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of financial reports and principles including knowledge of current accounting methods (cash and basic accruals), fixed asset accounting (depreciation and amortization schedules), SL rent schedules, annual expenses recoveries and budgets. Ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
  • Advanced knowledge of the budget reporting requirements of each Owner and participate/assist in the preparation of the annual budget with members of property management.
  • Advanced knowledge of the escalation and operating expense budgeting and reconciliation process, including the calculation of "gross-ups", and participate/assist in the preparation of the actual reconciliation schedules.
  • Advanced knowledge of Transwestern internal controls and ability to supervise, review and train as needed.
  • Applicable experience in real estate accounting software packages, preferably with MRI and/or Yardi.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, TEAMS, Outlook, OneNote and Adobe.
  • Demonstrate strong analytical capabilities with a high attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle multiple projects, changing priorities and demanding, time-sensitive, work load(s).
  • Ability to provide general direction/be self-managed/work independently.
  • Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to internal and external customers.
  • Ability to keep information and internal communications confidential.
  • People focused manager. Collaborator with colleagues, teams and other departments.
  • Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% or more of the time/constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery (ex. a calculator, copy machine, computer printer) or, by request, be provided reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of the position.
  • Must be able to work in the Houston Accounting Office. (Hybrid)
  • Travel may be required.

WORK SHIFT:
LOCATION:
Houston, TX
ABOUT US
Transwestern's Guiding Principles are woven into the fabric of our firm and underscore the value of each individual team member. We embrace inclusion - not only as the right thing to do, but as a reflection of who we are. It is our responsibility and heartfelt desire to create an environment that elevates the human spirit and brings out the best in everyone.
Different backgrounds, life experiences and cultures shape our individual perspectives and ultimately generate the best results for our clients. Strategic human capital planning combined with development initiatives foster a work environment that celebrates uniqueness and champions the achievements attained through collaboration.
Please note that all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected: criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, your employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to your starting with the Company along with satisfactory references.
We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have your story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you may become a part of the Transwestern story.

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About Transwestern

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The privately held Transwestern companies have been delivering a higher level of personalized service and innovative real estate solutions since 1978. Through an integrated, customized approach that begins with good ideas, the firm drives value for clients across commercial real estate services, development, investment management, and opportunistic endeavors for high-net-worth investors. Operating from 33 U.S. offices, Transwestern extends its platform capabilities globally through strategic alliance partners whose unique geographic, cultural, and business expertise fuels creative solutions. Learn more at transwestern.com and @Transwestern.

Industry

Real estate

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1978