Client Accounting Services Manager

The Back Room is hiring a Client Accounting Services Manager for a US-based accounting firm. This role is approximately 30% managerial and 70% hands-on accounting, overseeing client deliverables and accounting staff.

What You'll Do

Daily

• Daily awareness and tracking of deadlines in Asana as they relate to projects and monthly residuals.
• Review reports.
• Maintain overall responsibility for client communications.
• Be available for troubleshooting and questions from accounting staff.
• Deliver project work which cannot be delegated to staff.
• Provide updates to Owner as needed.
• Maintain personal email inbox with a 24-hour response time.
• Check client email inboxes 2–3 times daily, maintaining a 24-hour response time.
• Follow company processes and protocols.

Weekly

• Meet with Owner to review new projects, existing client updates, and staff updates.
• Pay bills for clients.
• Follow up with clients who have not responded on project inquiries.
• Cover staff who are absent for time-sensitive responsibilities (payroll, 401K deposits, cash flow management).
• Evaluate project deadlines.

Bi-Weekly

• Meet with accounting staff to manage ongoing deadlines as they relate to monthly closing and project updates.
• Assist with or run client payroll.

Monthly

• Review all reports related to monthly closing process.
• Ensure accuracy of all client reports.
• Ensure staff meets monthly deadlines and processes are followed.
• Review internal accounting and staff processes.

Annually

• Oversee 1099 process, review reports, hold meetings with clients, collaborate with client CPAs on questions related to client reports, and overall responsibility for Y/E J/Es.

Eligibility:

This opportunity is open exclusively to Philippine-based candidates who are Philippine citizens, in compliance with local labor regulations. Please note that thorough background checks will be conducted, and all necessary pre-employment requirements must be completed as part of the application process.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
• 5–8 years related experience managing staff and multiple client deliverables concurrently.
• Strong accounting experience with financial report review and month-end closing background.
• Expertise in QuickBooks Online (10+ years) and related software.
• Experience functioning as a company finance or accounting team leader or manager.
• Ability to clearly and effectively present information and respond to questions in English.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite – Advanced Excel capabilities, QuickBooks Online and Desktop, , software integrations with QBO.
• Strong critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and supervise staff.

Benefits

Our benefits package is designed for full-time roles. For part-time/project-based roles, some benefits may or may not apply and will be discussed during the interview.

Core Benefits:

• HMO on Day 1 + Free coverage for 2 dependents in your 2nd year
• Government-mandated benefits
• 20 Annual Leave Credits
• 13th-month pay
• Birthday & Bereavement Leave

Onsite/Hybrid Extras:

• Travel Subsidy
• Staff House Accommodation (within certain distance)
• Free Shuttle Service
• Free Lunch & Uniform
• Perfect Attendance Bonus

For All Employees:

• Onboarding Training
• Monthly Engagement Activities
• Birthday Gift & Weekly Treats
• Christmas Hamper & Anniversary Gift
• Opportunity to Travel

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