Accounting Manager (Bookkeeping Team Manager)

About You:

• You are dedicated to delivering high-quality services.
• You excel at inspiring and motivating your team.
• You are flexible and adaptable, making it easy when you need to change gears on the fly.
• You have a strong commitment to excellence and achieving results.
• You are fast-paced and excel when you have multiple challenges on your plate, while never compromising on quality.
• You have a high drive for accountability and follow-through.
• You have a passion for helping small business owners know their numbers and providing a safe, judgment-free space for them.

We are Kickstart Accounting, Inc. 

We are dedicated to helping business owners understand their financials.

We are seeking a full-time Accounting Manager who will lead our team of bookkeepers, manage client relationships, and ensure the highest standards of financial accuracy and reporting. This role requires a highly driven and detail-oriented professional who excels in maintaining structure and producing rapid, high-quality results without compromising accuracy.

Position Summary: This role demands a strong commitment to specialized expertise and technical proficiency. As the Accounting Manager, you will collaborate with the CEO, Lead Account Manager, and Operations Manager on leadership and strategy while maintaining quality standards across all accounting functions. You will be responsible for client management, team oversight, and ensuring that internal processes are followed meticulously.

The job requires working in a fast-paced, structured environment with clear expectations and the ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously. Although quick decision-making is necessary, this person must ensure that all work meets established quality standards and that any new ideas are carefully analyzed before implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of bookkeepers, ensuring accurate financials and adherence to policies.
• Oversee the review of weekly and monthly financials for your team.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Communicate with clients via Zoom and email regarding their financials and business strategy.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports, dashboards, and forecasts.
• Implement process improvement strategies for both clients and internal operations.
• Uphold company guidelines and ensure team compliance with policies and deadlines.
• Provide training and support to team members, ensuring they meet their full potential.

Job Requirements:

• Proven leadership experience in an accounting environment, with the ability to oversee a team and ensure strict adherence to timelines and standards.
• Technical expertise in QuickBooks Online is required, as well as proficiency in Word, Excel, and other relevant software.
• Demonstrated success in multi-client environments, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while maintaining quality and accuracy.

What We Offer:

• A career progression path that supports your growth in both responsibility and income.
• A culture of continuous learning, where your ideas will be heard and supported.
• A collaborative team environment that prioritizes excellence in service.
• Autonomy and ownership of your work without micromanagement, but with clear expectations.

Please consider that you will have to complete the Predictive Index and Cognitive Assessments, as they are a crucial part of our hiring process and must be completed prior to scheduling an interview.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality accounting services, comfortable leading in a structured, fast-paced environment, and meet the requirements above, we invite you to apply.