An Accounting Manager manages the accounting department of a company or organization. Directs the accounting staff that prepare financial statements and business activity and forecasting reports and tax filings. Monitors accounting data. Implements and manages accounting policies and procedures. Advises management with regard to finance decisions.
Livingston, NJ (Hybrid/Onsite) Our client is seeking an Accounting & Advisory Manager who will serve as a trusted advisor to middle market clients, delivering strategic financial consulting and outsourced advisory services. This Accounting & Advisory Manager role is ideal for professionals who enjoy client facing work, solving complex financial challenges, and guiding leadership teams through forecasting, financial modeling, cash flow planning, and operational decision support. This is not a traditional corporate accounting or controllership position—it's a dynamic advisory role supporting multiple external clients.
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Livingston, NJ (Hybrid/Onsite) Key Responsibilities Serve as the lead advisor and relationship manager for a portfolio of advisory clients. Deliver strategic financial consulting to business owners, executives, and leadership teams. Lead engagements focused on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, financial modeling, KPI reporting, and operational decision support. Present financial insights, business trends, and strategic recommendations to clients and boards. Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable guidance for non financial stakeholders. Manage multiple concurrent client engagements within a professional services environment. Supervise and mentor advisory staff while ensuring high quality client deliverables. Collaborate with firm leadership on client growth opportunities and advisory service expansion. Support occasional transaction advisory or due diligence engagements as needed. Qualifications 7+ years of experience in accounting advisory, financial consulting, CAS, FP&A consulting, outsourced CFO services, or public accounting advisory. Strong experience managing external client relationships in a consulting or professional services environment. Proven expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic financial analysis. Experience leading advisory engagements and presenting recommendations to executive leadership. Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and advise clients. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required. CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred. Preferred Backgrounds Public accounting advisory practices Client Advisory Services (CAS) CFO advisory or outsourced CFO consulting Financial consulting firms Strategic finance or FP&A consulting Employee Benefits In addition to fostering a collaborative and professional work environment with growth opportunities, the firm offers the following employee benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match Profit Sharing Plan Work Life Balance Initiatives Generous Paid Time Off Work From Home Policy Summer Friday Work Hours Gym Membership on Site Casual Dress Policy CPA Incentives Tuition Reimbursement Program for Advanced Degrees Paid Membership Dues with Industry Associations Employee Referral Bonus
