Remote Accounting Manager

Job Title: Remote Accounting Manager

Job ID: 1028988

Date Posted: September 22, 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.