Manager - Gould Killian CPA Group, PA
Location : In-person, Asheville, NC
Position Type : Full-Time, Permanent
Firm Overview :
Gould Killian CPA Group, P.A. is a full-service accounting firm that provides excellent client service with a high-level of technical expertise and attention to detail. We have about 55 professional and administrative staff that collaborate across three offices in Asheville, Hendersonville, and Brevard. The Firm operates with integrity and professionalism, which are outlined in our Core Values, while providing a work environment that nurtures professional development and curiosity.
Position Overview :
Gould Killian CPA Group, P.A. is seeking a manager with a history of excellent client service, communication, and technical proficiency. In addition to technical expertise, the Firm is seeking a manager with experience reviewing staff work and delegating work to staff members.
Job Duties : Job Management :
- Take full responsibility for assigned engagements, ensuring work performed by engagement staff meets Firm quality control standards, is performed timely and within budget.
- Communicate with partners about the progress of the assigned engagements and the performance of staff
- Review and take responsibility for all directed staff accountants' work, both in terms of accuracy and timeliness of completion
- Review the work of others not only for clerical accuracy, but also to evaluate positions taken in the treatment of items and the implications to the client
Staff Training & Development :
Train staff through both review notes and hands-on training, when needed.Participate in the GK Mentor Program and recommend training and development opportunities for staffAssist in the evaluations of staff as requested by a partner or the Employee Success & Training CoordinatorTechnical Expertise :
Perform high-level planning functions for client work and recommend actions to be takenDisplay a high degree of technical and professional competence including keeping current on new developments and the communication of such to staffDevelop areas of specialty and expertiseClient Service
Represent the firm at client meetings, either with or without a partner or with outside parties, if requested (i.e. taxing authorities and banks)Represent the firm in meetings with prospective clientsMaintain ongoing contact with existing clients throughout the year to determine new services to be offeredProfessional Development
Work overtime as needed throughout the yearTake a leadership role amongst Senior Staff, join firm committees as requested and participate in firm administrationSkills & Abilities :
Excellent communication skills, including in-person, phone, and written communicationsDemonstrate the ability to analyze complex financial data and draw reasonable conclusionsDemonstrate professionalism, both in your appearance and bearingMaintain strict confidentiality of all clients and the firm businessFollow firm procedures and comply with firm policies as outlined in the employee manualQualifications :
Bachelor's Degree in accounting or a related field required, Master's degree encouragedActive CPA licenseAt least 5 years' experience in public accounting or a related field, with at least 2 years of experience supervising staff and reviewing their workBenefits :
Paid Vacation and HolidaysGroup Health InsuranceShort-Term / Long-Term Disability InsuranceHealth Savings Plan (HSA)Quarterly Firm contribution for eligible employees
Medical Reimbursement Plan (MRP)401(k) Retirement PlanEmployer Matching for eligible employees
Discretionary Profit-Sharing plan contributionsAccess to Continuing Professional Education (CPE) courses and in-house training to develop your technical skills and meet your certification requirementsThis is not an exhaustive list of benefits provided by the Firm. Any benefits listed here are subject to change based on management decisions.
