Accounting Manager

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

At Momentum Accounting, we’re more than just a remote accounting firm. We’re a people-first, tech-savvy team that helps small businesses grow with confidence. We believe accounting should be empowering, not overwhelming. That’s why we blend smart systems, strategic thinking, and human connection to deliver financial clarity our clients can act on.

The Accounting Manager role builds on the Senior Accountant position, focusing on higher-level financial oversight, mentorship, and client advisory. You will manage multiple Senior Accountants and bookkeepers, ensuring financial accuracy and process efficiency while guiding clients toward strategic financial decisions.

If you thrive in a flexible, fast-paced environment and want to be part of a company that’s redefining what modern accounting looks like, we’d love to meet you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Oversee financial operations for a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Review and finalize month-end and year-end close reports, provide strategic insights, make recommendations about cash flow and profitability improvements
• Lead and mentor a team of Senior/Junior Accountants and Bookkeepers, fostering professional development
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability
• Maintain a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to client challenges, anticipating needs before they arise
• Monitor compliance with GAAP and accounting best practices, ensuring accuracy in financial data
• Drive cash-flow forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling, helping clients make informed decisions
• Collaborate with onboarding and sales teams to ensure proper scope and alignment
• Recommend and implement cloud-based accounting technology
• Lead by example, creating an environment where accountants can thrive and grow

WHO YOU ARE

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Supervisory or team management experience: With a passion for coaching and mentorship.
• Strong expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis
• Experience advising multiple clients across industries: Comfortable supporting a sizable client portfolio (100+ clients firm-wide).
• Process improvement mindset: Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to Momentum’s core values: Ensuring a great team and client experience.
  

OUR CORE VALUES

• Raise the Bar: We don’t aim to keep up; we aim to lead. Whether it’s setting industry standards or creating new ones, we’re always pushing to be the best at what we do.
• GSD (Get Sh*t Done): We move fast, stay focused, and make it happen. When we commit, we deliver. No drama. No excuses. Just results.
• Keep It Real: We believe business should be real and enjoyable. That means being honest, owning our mistakes, showing up with personality… and yes, we laugh a lot too.
• We Give A Damn: We care deeply about our clients, their businesses, and the outcomes we help create. We show up, follow through, and go the extra mile.

Requirements

• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Supervisory or team management experience: With a passion for coaching and mentorship.
• Strong expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis
• Experience advising multiple clients across industries: Comfortable supporting a sizable client portfolio (100+ clients firm-wide).
• Process improvement mindset: Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to Momentum’s core values: Ensuring a great team and client experience.

Nice to Have's

• Industry experience: SaaS, service-based, and e-commerce industries
• Workflow automation and process documentation: Familiarity with building scalable systems
• Financial software integrations and reporting tools: Experience implementing and configuring
• Enthusiasm for mentoring and developing accounting professionals

Benefits

• $100/month fitness benefit: Support your health and well-being, your way.
• Up to $440/month QSEHRA: Helps cover qualifying medical expenses.
• 401(k) with company contribution
• $50/month phone reimbursement
• BYO laptop + $500 equipment stipend (one replacement every 5 years)
• Unlimited PTO (recommended at least 3 weeks/year)
• Career growth: Mentorship, leadership development, and a clear path to senior firm leadership.