Owner/Operator - Accounting
RemoteUnited States or Columbus, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Set the culture for the franchise and oversee financial health through budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Lead Accounting Managers and Delivery Support while conducting performance reviews and supporting professional development. Own client onboarding, handle complex engagements, and act as the primary escalation point for client issues. Build relationships with clients and referral partners to drive new business growth, manage local advertising, and align sales pace with team delivery capacity. Ensure compliance with GAAP, IRS requirements, and labor laws while guiding the use of platforms like QuickBooks Online and Xero.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in accounting, advisory, or financial services
- Track record managing client relationships directly
- Experience reviewing and signing off on complex engagements
- Experience managing teams that include managers or senior staff
- Business development or sales experience, including client expansion and proposal work
- Solid working knowledge of GAAP, IRS regulations, and accounting standards
- Strong communicator who can advise clients and think beyond the immediate task
- Financial oversight skills: budgeting, cash flow, and profitability analysis
- Comfortable with cloud-based accounting platforms and using technology to cut manual work
- Location: Columbus, IN (candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the Columbus area)
Desired Qualifications
- CPA preferred
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