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Firm Located In Houston | 100% Remote OpportunityFull-time | Growth-focused CPA / advisory firmAre you the kind of accounting leader who loves bringing order to chaos, helping people grow, and making sure the work actually gets done?We are partnering with a growing CPA and advisory firm seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the client accounting function.This person will serve as the operational backbone of the bookkeeping and accounting function, helping to manage workflow, support the team, resolve process breakdowns, and create greater consistency in a high-volume client environment.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of leadership, coaching, problem-solving, and hands-on accounting support. It is especially well-suited for someone who has worked in outsourced accounting, CAS, or public accounting and understands the moving parts of serving multiple clients at once.What Stands Out About This Role?This is not just another accounting manager seat where you inherit a team and keep the trains moving.This is an opportunity to step into a firm that is growing, investing in systems, and serious about building something better. The owner knows where the pressure points are, is open to change, and wants a strong leader in place who can help stabilize operations, support the team, and create more capacity for growth.If you love teaching, improving workflows, spotting what is falling through the cracks, and helping a team level up, this role has a lot to offer.What You'll Be Handling & Building:Oversee workflow for the client accounting and bookkeeping teamHelp ensure weekly, monthly, and recurring client tasks are completed on timeSupport staff with questions, cleanup issues, and process roadblocksCoach, mentor, and develop accounting team membersMonitor progress across accounts and step in when work is stalled or at riskHelp improve systems, processes, and accountability across the functionAssist with onboarding, transitions, and issue resolution as neededPartner closely with firm leadership to create more structure, visibility, and scalabilityWhat We're Seeking In This Leader:At least four (4) years of relevent experience in public accounting, CAS, outsourced accounting, or a multi-client accounting environmentStrong bookkeeping and month-end close experiencePrior leadership, mentoring, or team oversight experienceStrong problem-solving and communication skillsComfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environmentQBO experience a mustBachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferredCPA or EA is a plus, but not requiredFor remote candidates, proven success working and leading in a remote setting is requiredWho Will Thrive Here?You like structure, but you are not rigidYou know how to lead with both clarity and graceYou enjoy helping people get unstuckYou can zoom in on details without losing sight of the bigger pictureYou are comfortable in a growing firm where not everything is perfect yet, but the vision is strongYou want to make a real impact, not just manage a checklistCompensationCompetitive base salary in the $115-135K range DOE, with incentive comp built around specific client and personal deliverables.Interested?We would love to connect with professionals who have a strong background in client accounting and a heart for leadership, process improvement, and team development.If you believe you have some of the qualities our client is seeking, and if some of the points we've discussed above resonate with your passions, then let's connect for a no-commitment, confidential conversation.#J-18808-Ljbffr