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Job Title: Remote Accounting Manager

Job ID: 1028988

Date Posted: August 26, 2026

Employment Type: Full-time

Hiring Company: Confidential

Location: US Remote (Telecommute)
Applicants must be located in the United States.

Base Salary: $90,000–$115,000 per year (USD)
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Description:

Our client — a growing, boutique CPA firm — is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee a book of approximately 25 client families. This key management role combines client account oversight, team leadership, technical review, and operational improvement in a supportive, fully remote culture.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary relationship manager for 25 high-value client families.
Deliver client work accurately and on time, with exceptional service standards.
Review complex financial statements to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
Guide and mentor preparers and team members on technical issues and best practices.
Lead client onboarding and tax plan delivery calls via Zoom.
Facilitate client meetings for ongoing planning and service updates.
Oversee smooth handoffs from tax planning to ongoing accounting services.
Monitor the client pipeline, coordinate workflow, and resolve bottlenecks with Operations.
Supervise team members, conduct performance reviews, approve PTO, and foster growth.
Lead departmental meetings with clear agendas, scorecards, and accountability.
Develop and maintain SOPs for accounting processes.
Identify and implement efficiency improvements and process innovations.

Qualifications:

Strong technical proficiency in tax and accounting for individuals and small businesses.
Skilled at supervising, mentoring, and developing remote team members.
Excellent communication, prioritization, and organizational abilities.
Familiarity with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) is a plus.

Experience:

Proven track record managing client accounts within a CPA or professional services firm.
Experience serving as the primary point of contact for high-value clients.
Demonstrated success reviewing complex financial statements and resolving technical issues.
Comfortable leading remote meetings, client onboarding, and planning sessions.

Culture:

100% remote work environment with a collaborative, supportive team.
Fast-paced but structured setting with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and white-glove client service.
Encourages open communication, accountability, and continuous learning.

Benefits:

Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience).
Full benefits package — including health, dental, vision, disability, retirement plan, and more.
Flexible remote-first work culture.
Opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm.

Other Key Details:

Client-focused firm with high standards for service and technical excellence.
This role blends technical review with people leadership — ideal for someone who enjoys both.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

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