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At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you're starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the EisnerAmper experience is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you'll love from top to bottom - we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals.

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Outsourced Accounting practice focused on special projects. This team helps our clients transform their organizations with a collaborative approach that allows them to seamlessly mitigate risk, overcome challenges, meet deadlines, and identify personnel to help them with their workforce needs.

• Please note that this is a hybrid position, where you would be expected to go to our local office or client location, as needed. You must be available to work Eastern and/or Central time zones.

• You will get to be part of one of the largest and fastest growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry

• You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance

• You will join a culture that has received multiple top "Places to Work" awards

• We believe that great work is accomplished when cultures, ideas and experiences come together to create new solutions

• We understand that embracing our differences is what unites us as a team and strengthens our foundation

• Showing up authentically is how we, both as professionals and a Firm, find inspiration to do our best work

• Evaluates client needs related to accounting and finance processes and assesses accounting function to recommend project approaches. Contributes to the proposal development process on outsourced controller/CFO projects and other special projects.

• Participates in engagement planning and budgeting and definition of content and deliverables while managing controls and risk.

• Manages and delivers on outsourced controller/CFO projects including:

• Manages and provides oversight on client's day-to-day accounting function including, but not limited to, coordinating accounts receivable and accounts payable functions and, remitting appropriate payments to applicable taxing organizations.

• Manages month end closing process and prepares financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.

• Research of technical accounting issues as appropriate; formulates resolution of issues identified through the research process.

• Manages special projects related to client accounting functions, including but not limited to, the following:

• Evaluates, recommends and implements appropriate improvements to the client's internal accounting processes and internal controls to ensure that practices are in-line with the overall goals of the client and industry best practices.

• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with leadership to develop solutions, programs, and policies.

• Identifies client challenges and manages day-to-day relationships

• Performs activities necessary to client engagements including, but not limited to, the following:

• Ensures appropriate levels of staffing on projects are maintained.

• Manages scheduling of internal and external activities

• Creates and manages project budgets

• Ensures projects come in at or under approved budget. Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of the correlation between Outsourced Accounting Services and other Eisner Amper service offerings (e.g., tax, audit, and consulting services such as human resources, IT systems implementation, valuation, etc.) in order to develop multi-focused solutions for our clients.

• Directs engagements and special assignments, supervising multiple engagements simultaneously and ensures assignments are accomplished by the budgeted time.

• Delivers client services including, but not limited to: onsite and remote consultation, performance of activities unique to each engagement; development and implementation of deliverables; development and delivery of training and workshop materials; maintenance of client project timelines; monthly maintenance of project budgets; and monthly client billing activities.

• Interacts regularly with other consulting service line leaders and team members, builds and maintains relationships among other service lines and Eisner Amper locations.

• Works closely with management to lead and participate in practice development activities.

• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success, as needed.

• Reviews reports, statements and returns upon completion.

• Informs engagement Senior Manager, Director, or Partner of the status and other pertinent aspects of the engagement.

• Recommends new approaches, resource tools, deliverables, policies, and procedures to impact continual improvements in departmental efficiencies and services performed.

• Provides direction, training, guidance and oversight to department Staff and Senior consultants. Reviews performance and provides coaching and addresses employee issues and concerns.

• Identifies, plans and supervises the professional and technical development of the staff through training venues and options.

• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention within the Outsourced Accounting Services Team.

• Maintains required CPE hours for firm and licensing standards.

• BA/BS degree in accounting or related field

• 5+ of relevant accounting, audit and/or financial statements experience

• Prior supervisory experience

• CPA certification or exams passed is preferred

• Accounting back-office experience

• Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems including, but not limited to, the Microsoft office suite of products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other software programs such as adobe, along with technologies for scheduling, travel and expense reporting and timekeeping.

• Intermediate or advanced level with software tools, such as Sage Intacct, Restaurant 365, NetSuite, and QuickBooks, etc.

• Strong organization skills/goal orientation/self-motivation.

• Ability to handle multiple client files and deadlines at one time.

• Ability to handle pressure in a positive professional manner.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Communication that is clear, concise, and considerate of the needs of others.

• Ability to work cooperatively with others and value the different contributions people make.

• Proven success in managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.

• Ability to perform in challenging situations in a positive professional manner.

• Experience using AI platforms and tools, including Claude, Copilot, and ChatGPT.

EisnerAmper is proud to be a merit-based employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of veteran or disability status orany protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

The EisnerAmper Outsourcing group brings our team's specialized knowledge of accounting directly into the offices of a wide range of partners. When we work with a client, we become part of their business, and we don't take that lightly. Armed with cutting-edge industry technology and outsourcing practices, we're given the tools to both provide best-in-class service and constantly grow as professionals.

Through our team-based culture of creativity and collaboration across all levels, we hold each other accountable to always look for new innovative ways to grow as a group, better serve our clients, and advance in our careers.

Because we are a rapidly growing group, EisnerAmper Outsourcing employees have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the business and its direction. Everyone has a voice to bring new ideas to the table, which are backed by the confidence, expertise, and global reach of the larger firm.

EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with nearly 5,000 employees including 450 partners across the world. We combine responsiveness with a long-range perspective; to help clients meet the pressing issues they face today and position them for success tomorrow.

Our clients are enterprises as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions and start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. We are also engaged by the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.

Should you need any accommodations to complete this application please email: talentacquisition@eisneramper.com