Senior Manager, Advisory Accounting

Senior Manager, Advisory Accounting Lead a growing Advisory Accounting practice at a local CPA firm: guide complex technical accounting, mentor a team, and deepen client engagements across middle-market and PE-backed firms. Senior Manager / Director – Advisory Accounting Location: Local / Hybrid Compensation: $125,000 base A well-established and growing local CPA firm is seeking a Senior Manager / Director of Advisory Accounting to lead its expanding Accounting Advisory practice. This is a leadership-level opportunity for a CPA with strong technical accounting expertise and experience overseeing advisory or outsourced accounting teams. The Advisory Accounting group has seen significant recent growth, providing back-office and end-to-end accounting support to middle-market clients, including large distributors and organizations recently acquired by private equity groups. Position Overview This role will oversee the Advisory Accounting team, manage complex client engagements, and serve as a senior technical resource for both clients and internal professionals. The firm is seeking someone who can operate strategically while remaining hands-on with complex accounting matters. Key Responsibilities Advisory Practice Leadership Provide oversight and leadership for the firm’s Accounting Advisory function , including engagement delivery, quality control, and team performance Partner with firm leadership on the continued growth and scalability of advisory services Serve as a senior-level reviewer on complex accounting matters and advisory engagements Client Advisory & Technical Accounting Act as a trusted advisor to clients on complex accounting and financial reporting issues , including consolidations and multi-entity structures Oversee full-cycle accounting services, including monthly close, financial statements, and quarterly compilations Support clients through private equity transactions , integrations, and periods of rapid growth Work with large, sophisticated clients, including distributors and construction or project-based businesses Collaborate with audit and tax teams while operating outside of the traditional audit function Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop Managers and staff within the Advisory Accounting group Review work products and provide technical guidance and coaching Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance management of advisory team members Systems & Analytics Utilize advanced Excel skills to review complex schedules, reconciliations, and financial models Oversee the use of multiple accounting systems and reporting tools; ability to quickly learn new software is essential Drive process improvements for both client engagements and internal workflows Qualifications Active CPA license (required) Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting and advisory experience strongly preferred Prior experience leading accounting advisory, outsourced accounting, or client accounting services teams Strong technical knowledge of consolidations and complex accounting matters Experience with quarterly compilations and non-audit advisory services Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel ; comfort working across multiple accounting platforms Experience supporting middle-market and private equity-backed clients Construction or project-based accounting experience is a plus Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex client relationships Compensation & Opportunity $125,000 base salary , with bonus potential Leadership role within a growing advisory practice Exposure to complex, high-profile clients Long-term growth potential within a stable, local CPA firm Department Accounting and Finance Locations Garner NC Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time