Senior Accountant / Supervisor / Manager

Job Title: Senior Accountant / Supervisor / Manager
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (primarily onsite during peak tax season)

About the Firm

A well-established CPA firm based in Phoenix, Arizona, serving small to mid-sized businesses with tax, accounting, and advisory services. The firm is recognized for its transparent, collaborative, and client-focused culture. Team members work closely together, take ownership of meaningful engagements, and play an important role in delivering high-quality outcomes for small business clients.

Position Overview

The firm is seeking a strong accounting professional to join its leadership pipeline at the Senior Accountant, Supervisor, or Manager level, depending on experience and capability.

This role focuses primarily on accounting and bookkeeping review work for small business clients, along with selected compilation engagements and one review engagement. It is well-suited for someone with strong technical accounting skills, excellent attention to detail, and confidence working in a public accounting environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Review

• Review bookkeeping and accounting work prepared for small business clients.

• Oversee monthly accounting processes, cleanup projects, and year-end close.

• Manage a limited number of compilation engagements and one review engagement.

• Ensure financial statements and supporting documentation are accurate, complete, and compliant.

Client Support

• Serve as a point of contact for small business clients, addressing accounting-related inquiries.

• Participate in client meetings alongside senior staff and partners when needed.

• Maintain proactive, responsive, and professional communication with clients.

Workflow & Project Management

• Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines simultaneously.

• Ensure projects progress efficiently and are delivered on time.

• Identify potential issues early and recommend practical solutions.

Systems & Tools

• Utilize QuickBooks, UltraTax, and Canopy to manage client records and workflows.

• Maintain organized documentation and detailed notes within firm systems.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and skill set.

• Recent public accounting experience working with small business clients.

• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, compilation engagements, and review procedures.

• Experience reviewing staff work and providing constructive feedback.

• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.

Experience

• Ideal range: 5-7 years in public accounting (flexible based on overall capability and current role).

• Demonstrated ability to manage small business accounting engagements from start to finish.

• English proficiency required.

Education & Certifications

• CPA preferred but not required.

• Practical public accounting experience and technical strength are valued more than title alone.

Culture & Fit

• Strong technical competence in accounting.

• Dedicated to client service and firm success.

• Professional, respectful, team-oriented, and collaborative.