Public Accounting Bookkeeping Manager

GPAC - Charlotte, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Charlotte, NC

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

A top firm in Charlotte, North Carolina, is seeking a Bookkeeping Manager to join their team. This stable and growing firm is known for providing clients with valuable knowledge and expertise in tax-related matters. The Bookkeeping Manager will play a crucial role in overseeing the bookkeeping staff and ensuring that the firm maintains high standards of service and quality. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the firm's partners and managers from various departments, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and development. The ideal candidate for this role will be detail-oriented and a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The Bookkeeping Manager will be responsible for evaluating the performance of supervised staff on an ongoing basis, as well as during annual performance evaluations. This includes reviewing projects and providing constructive feedback to cultivate a positive learning atmosphere, encouraging staff to take on new roles for personal and professional development. In addition to staff management, the Bookkeeping Manager will participate in firm billings and invoicing for supervised projects, develop budgets, and provide quotes to both new and existing clients for additional services. The role also involves providing insights and ideas to the firm's senior management during monthly partner/manager meetings, facilitating communication between the bookkeeping staff and the tax department to ensure efficient support for clients, and implementing policies set forth by the partners. Furthermore, the Bookkeeping Manager will manage and review the firm's payroll and 1099 processes, ensuring compliance with quality control standards while preparing financial statements for clients.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate performance of supervised staff on an informal and annual basis.
• Review projects and provide feedback to staff to foster a positive learning environment.
• Encourage staff to take on new roles for personal and professional development.
• Participate in firm billings and invoicing for supervised projects.
• Develop budgets and provide quotes to new and existing clients for additional services.
• Provide insights to senior management during monthly partner/manager meetings.
• Facilitate communication between the tax department and bookkeeping staff.
• Implement and monitor policies set by partners.
• Manage and review payroll and 1099 processes, including preparation.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for clients.
• Prepare and review engagement letters to maintain quality standards.
• Participate in monthly manager meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• CPA preferred, but not required.
• 5+ years of proven experience in public accounting.
• Minimum of four years using Quickbooks desktop and Quickbooks online.
• Ability to utilize firm technology to enhance client service.
• High stress tolerance and ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong problem-solving and prioritization skills.
• Experience in external relationship management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability to shifting priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Self-driven with the ability to work with minimal direction.