Senior Client Accountant

Senior Client Accountant/Account Manager Overview A growing professional services firm is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee high-touch client engagements while guiding a small team. This role blends hands-on client financial oversight with people leadership and operational input, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, relationship-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Act as the lead advisor for a select group of clients, providing financial oversight and ongoing guidance tailored to complex and evolving needs Direct and review financial workflows including cash management, disbursements, account reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables Serve as the main point of contact for escalated client matters, ensuring prompt resolution and a high standard of service Lead, coach, and develop a small team of accounting professionals, including performance feedback and career development support Monitor financial accuracy and ensure records align with established policies, timelines, and client expectations Partner with senior leadership to evaluate financial trends, identify risks, and recommend proactive solutions Coordinate across internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment on deliverables and priorities Contribute to improving internal systems, workflows, and reporting processes to support scalability and efficiency Assist in planning and executing special financial projects, including budgeting initiatives and customized reporting requests Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive financial information Qualifications 5+ years of progressive accounting or client-facing financial management experience Prior experience overseeing client portfolios or multi-entity financial structures strongly preferred Demonstrated ability to lead or mentor junior staff Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate insights clearly High level of organization with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

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Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.