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Baker Tilly · 2 months ago

Project Accounting Manager, Client Accounting Services

Madison, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, and they are seeking a tech-savvy Project Accounting Manager to lead client onboarding and accounting system implementations. The role involves managing client relationships, optimizing cloud accounting platforms, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead client onboarding from kickoff through transition to recurring teams

Serve as the primary client contact; manage scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables

Implement and optimize cloud accounting platforms (Intacct, QBO, NetSuite)

Integrate third-party tools (bill pay, payroll, expense management)

Identify risks, resolve issues, and drive process improvements

Provide initial accounting support, including reconciliations and financial statements

Review financials and ensure GAAP-compliant, accurate reporting

Qualification

Cloud accounting platformsGAAP knowledgeAccounting system implementationsFinancial statements preparationProject leadershipStakeholder collaborationTraining ability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)

8+ years of accounting or finance experience, including 5+ years in consulting leading accounting system implementations, migrations, and process/technology assessments

Deep GAAP knowledge and experience preparing or reviewing financial statements

Experience with cloud accounting and ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online)

Ability to train, influence, and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels (staff to C-suite) while delivering high-quality results under deadlines

Company

Baker Tilly

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At Baker Tilly, we care about you and the impact you make. That’s why we’re fully committed to your journey, wherever your ambitions take you.

Founded in 1987

London, England, GBR

10001+ employees

https://www.bakertilly.global/

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