Client Accounting Division Manager

Burkland

. Own the division's P&L, revenue, margin, utilization targets, staffing, and aggregate KPI performance .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong financial acumen with expertise in P&L management, GAAP, and cost accounting, alongside proven leadership in team management and client relationship development. Proficient in project management and ERP systems to drive operational efficiency and business growth.

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P&L ManagementGAAP Financial StatementsClient Relationship ManagementProject ManagementERP Implementation

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Hard Skills

Cost AccountingInventory AccountingFinancial AnalysisBudget ManagementPerformance Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCoaching SkillsCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteQuickBooksCin7FishbowlERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMA

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesClient AccountingKPI PerformanceBusiness DevelopmentEngagement Profitability

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the division's P&L, revenue, margin, utilization targets, staffing, and aggregate KPI performance
Track division performance, identify gaps, take corrective action, and report results, risks, trends, and planned actions to the Director of Accounting Advisory
Manage capacity, workload distribution, client assignments, pricing, fixed-fee scoping, engagement profitability, accounts receivable, and collections awareness
Set role expectations and performance goals; conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, coaching, growth planning, and performance management
Monitor team capacity and engagement, manage time-off and leave requests, support retention, and build business cases for headcount
Lead hiring, interviewing, selection, and onboarding for the division
Oversee inventory valuation, reconciliations, physical and cycle counts, costing methods, GAAP financial statements, inventory reporting, COGS, and gross-margin analysis
Guide ERP and inventory software implementations, migrations, improvements, and audit-ready client records
Coach teams on reducing shrinkage, obsolescence, overstocking, stockouts, and improving working capital
Act as a client escalation point, oversee quality control, and shift delivery toward proactive advisory
Grow the division's book of business through business development, client expansion, and service-expansion opportunities
Maintain portfolio information in Knownwell and drive adoption of firm tools, systems, processes, and AI-enabled workflows
Partner with Tax, CFO, HR, Growth, and other service lines to deliver seamless client experiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, finance, or a related field
5+ years of progressive professional experience
Direct people management experience, including conducting performance reviews, managing underperformance, and developing team members
Exceptional client relationship management skills and ability to understand client needs
Strong project management skills, including prioritization, meeting deadlines, and delivering high-quality results
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Curiosity, strong problem-solving skills, and eagerness to take on challenges involving emerging technology and industries
Strong command of GAAP and cost accounting, including inventory accounting, FIFO, LIFO, landed costs, shrinkage, and valuation adjustments
CPA or CMA credential preferred
Experience owning or significantly contributing to a team budget, P&L, or book of business preferred
Prior experience leading a team within a professional services or client accounting environment preferred
Hands-on ERP and inventory system experience (NetSuite, QuickBooks, Cin7, Fishbowl, or similar) preferred
Experience leading or overseeing ERP or inventory software implementations preferred
Ability to work remotely at a computer for extended periods
Eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k)
Health benefits
Other benefits
Remote work arrangement
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities