Client Accounting Services Manager

Flexibility – Support – Opportunity – Collaboration 

Over 100 years of superior client service and pure organic growth - without a single merger! 

We are seeking a Client Accounting Services Manager. 

Highlights: 

• Crain’s Chicago 10^th largest firm (2024), Accounting Today’s 54th largest firm in the US, 10th in the Great Lakes region (2024). 

• Come have a voice in the department and in your career! 

• Large Firm Opportunities, Small Firm Culture.    

• Interact with different Chicagoland business leaders without the routine month end close. 

• Work on multiple engagements in various industries, including Manufacturing, Distribution, Real Estate, Construction, Tech, Start-Ups and more. 

• Receive mentorship and support from partners and opportunities for career advancement. 

• Flexible, hybrid work environment with offices in Chicago, Deerfield, and Downers Grove. 

How You Will Contribute: 

• Perform accounting services, including bank and general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, compile financial statements, create/maintain financial projections, etc. 

• Prepare schedules needed for external auditors and tax return preparers. 

• Assist with researching, implementing, training on new accounting software. 

• Interview accounting personnel for permanent placement.   

• Assist with managing, training, and developing staff. 

About YOU!  

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting. 

• CPA License Required. 

• 5+ years of experience in a controller/CFO role or client accounting services role in a public accounting firm. 

• Experience supervising and mentoring staff. 

• Must have daily access to reliable transportation for travel to and from client locations and our offices in both Chicago and surrounding suburbs.

What We Value:

• Building strong relationships, being responsive, being proactive, and continued learning and mentoring.
• Supporting your career growth. We recognize good work and are proud to offer promotions at an accelerated pace compared to the industry average.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive benefit package and defined PTO.
• Parental leave.
• 8 hours of volunteer time.
• CPA exam incentives.
• Tax season meals/allowances.
• Opportunities for reduced work schedules.