Accounting Manager
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Director
Remote
Hybrid remote
Compensation
$110,000-$140,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Pacific Crest Group is a well-established‑ Finance and HR Consulting firm known for strong client partnerships, sustainable work life‑ balance, and fun collaborative teams. We support growing businesses across the Bay Area with strategic and hands-on financial and HR expertise that help‑ organizations scale with confidence.We are looking for an experienced, proactive, systems-oriented Accounting Managerto lead our accounting team ensuring consistent, high-quality client service delivery. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of leadership and execution.This is a hybrid role with the expectation of working at our San Rafael, CA office every Monday and every other Wednesday, and available to meet with clients in person as needed.What You’ll Do
- Lead, manage, and mentor a growing team of accounting and financial consultants.
- Oversee team onboarding, training, and ongoing professional development for scalable, consistent, and high-quality‑ client service delivery.
- Maintain accountability across the team for timesheets, PTO, deliverables, and cross functional communication.
- Lead the adoption, optimization, and consistent use of systems and tools (e.g., Asana) to improve workflow efficiency and operational execution.
- Proactively identify and resolve operational challenges impacting team performance, utilization, and service delivery.
- Partner with Sales to appraise new clients, evaluating scope, complexity, and alignment with team capabilities.
- Evaluate team capacity and workload allocation to ensure optimal utilization, proactively identifying bandwidth constraints, and adjusting resources to meet client demands.
- Ensure smooth client onboarding and transitions that balance growth objectives with team sustainability.
- Deliver strategic financial leadership aligning accounting operations with broader business objectives, translating financial goals into practical, day-to-day‑ accounting services.
- Maintain hands-on‑ client involvement to support quality, continuity, and relationship confidence.
- Provide client coverage during periods of transition, leave, or resource constraints to ensure continuity and client confidence.
- 6-8 years of progressive staff accountant experience.
- 3-4 years leading, mentoring, and developing a high performing team.
- Proven experience delivering financial consulting or client services to mid-size businesses in various industries, providing both strategic and hands-on accounting work.
- Comfort working in modern financial systems and platforms, able to quickly learn new tools.
- Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills; able to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communicator able to manage up, down, and across teams, influencing stakeholders at all levels.
- Solutions-oriented leader, able to coach with clarity, patience and accountability.
- Collaborative, proactive team player with a problem-solving‑ mindset.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office & Excel; familiarity with project management tools; experience with Asana is a plus.
- Demonstrated professionalism and integrity in maintaining confidentiality of all corporate, financial, and client information.
- Eligible to work in the U.S. and within commuting distance of San Rafael, CA.
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, and flexible savings accounts
- 401(k) and Life insurance
- Flexible PTO and Paid Holidays
- Hybrid role
- Fun collaborative work environment
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FAQs About Accounting Manager Jobs at Pacific Crest Group
What is the work location for this position at Pacific Crest Group?
This job at Pacific Crest Group is located in San Rafael, CA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Pacific Crest Group?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $110,000 and $140,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Pacific Crest Group?
Pacific Crest Group lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Pacific Crest Group?
Pacific Crest Group is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Pacific Crest Group for this role?
Pacific Crest Group offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Flexible/Unlimited PTO, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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