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SustainableHR lists this Senior Accountant / Client Accounting Advisory Manager opportunity in madison, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Accountant / Client Accounting Advisory Manager
Location: Madison, WI – Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $95,000+ annually, based on experience and level
Position Overview
A growing, technology-forward CPA firm is seeking an experienced accounting professional to serve as a trusted extension of firm leadership. This is a senior-level opportunity for someone who can take ownership of complex client work, solve problems independently, and help the firm operate more efficiently as it continues to grow.
The ideal candidate combines strong public accounting experience with sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a bias toward action. This person will be expected to understand the broader business behind the numbers, identify what needs to be done, and move work forward without waiting for step-by-step direction.
Experience within Client Accounting Services (CAS), outsourced accounting, or advisory services is strongly preferred. However, the firm is open to considering exceptional accounting professionals who demonstrate the ability to learn quickly, solve unfamiliar problems, and use technology effectively.
What You’ll Do
Manage complex accounting and advisory work for a portfolio of business clients
Serve as a senior point of contact for clients, providing timely guidance and practical solutions
Review financial statements, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end or year-end work
Analyze financial information, identify inconsistencies, and resolve accounting issues
Help clients understand their financial results and make informed business decisions
Lead or support Client Accounting Services engagements, including outsourced accounting, reporting, and process improvement
Take ownership of projects from initial assessment through completion
Make sound decisions and move work forward with limited supervision
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting, and client service
Use technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to increase efficiency and accuracy
Assist with the implementation and optimization of accounting systems
Support and review the work of junior accounting staff as needed
Partner closely with firm leadership to manage priorities and expand the firm’s capacity
Stay current on accounting standards, technology, and emerging practices within the profession
What We’re Looking For
Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, CAS Manager, Controller, or comparable experience
Public accounting experience strongly preferred
Experience with Client Accounting Services, outsourced accounting, or advisory work is highly desirable
Strong understanding of financial statements, general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close
Ability to review complex work, recognize potential issues, and determine the appropriate next steps
Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to figure out unfamiliar situations
Excellent professional judgment, discretion, and decision-making ability
Highly efficient, organized, and able to process information quickly
Action-oriented approach with the ability to operate independently
Strong client communication and relationship-management skills
Genuine interest in technology, AI, automation, and improving accounting processes
Experience with NetSuite is a plus but not required
CPA license or progress toward certification is preferred but not required for the right candidate
What Will Make You Successful
You may be a strong fit if you:
Naturally look for solutions instead of waiting for instructions
Can distinguish between issues that require escalation and those you can resolve independently
Learn new systems and concepts quickly
Enjoy creating order from incomplete or complicated information
Understand both the technical accounting details and the larger business implications
Are comfortable making decisions and taking responsibility for the outcome
See technology as a way to improve accounting rather than simply another system to manage
Want to play a meaningful role in the growth and evolution of a smaller firm
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join a growing CPA firm where your ideas and judgment will have a visible impact
Work closely with firm leadership on meaningful client and operational matters
Take ownership of sophisticated work rather than being limited to a narrow set of responsibilities
Help shape how the firm incorporates automation and AI into its services and internal processes
Gain the opportunity to grow into a broader leadership position as the firm expands
Receive compensation designed to attract an experienced, high-performing accounting professional
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Worksite address
madison, WI, 53774, US
Who can apply
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