Accounting Manager, Family Office

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP - Scottsdale, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Scottsdale, AZ

10,001+ employees

About the position

Baker Tilly US, LLP is seeking a Family Office Accounting Manager to join its rapidly growing consulting and accounting firm. This position is integral to our Family Office practice, which provides specialized accounting and consulting services to ultra-high net worth individuals and family clients. The role involves a diverse range of responsibilities, including partnership accounting, financial reporting, cash management, and bill payment, as well as advising on complex intergenerational wealth strategies and best practices. As a member of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with multiple clients, ensuring exceptional service and support in all accounting and administrative functions. In this role, you will oversee the full accounting processes, which includes maintaining and reviewing the general ledger, generating and posting journal entries, coordinating monthly closings, and preparing financial statements along with related workpapers. You will also supervise the accounts payable function and mentor junior staff, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed. Your responsibilities will extend to managing payroll coordination with clients and the Family Office payroll team, as well as performing reconciliations and analyses for balance sheet accounts, including inter-company accounts. The Family Office Accounting Manager will also assist in the preparation and review of quarterly and annual tax packages, respond to client inquiries, and manage client relationships on a day-to-day basis. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in special projects and to contribute to the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy. We value creativity and hard work, and we are committed to providing our employees with the resources and support necessary for their professional development and career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full accounting processes including maintaining/reviewing the general ledger and generating journal entries.
• Coordinate monthly close and maintain budgets, reporting on budget to actual.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements with related workpapers.
• Supervise and review the accounts payable function.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff members.
• Coordinate payroll with clients and the Family Office payroll team.
• Manage and review bank, brokerage, and credit card reconciliations.
• Perform reconciliations and analysis for balance sheet accounts, including inter-company accounts.
• Prepare annual K-1 reconciliations.
• Assist in preparation and review of quarterly and annual tax packages and supporting documents.
• Respond to client requests and inquiries.
• Manage client relationships on a day-to-day basis.
• Handle special projects as needed.
• Engage in continuous learning and development through education and training opportunities.
• Network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients.
• Support the growth and development of team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related degree.
• CPA eligible preferred.
• 6 to 9 years of progressive accounting/bookkeeping experience.
• 3 plus years of professional services experience preferred.
• 3 plus years of supervisory experience.
• Team management skills including ability to lead, direct and coach staff.
• Ability to build and cultivate strong personal relationships with peers and clients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and QuickBooks.
• Strong project management and client service skills.
• Solid understanding and working knowledge of GAAP and financial statements.
• High attention to detail, problem solver, and intellectually curious.
• Adhere to the highest level of confidentiality.