An established, growing accounting and tax firm in Pasadena is seeking a motivated Accounting Manager to join its close-knit team. The firm serves a diverse client base across the entertainment, medical, engineering, and professional services industries, with approximately 65% of its business focused on corporate clients and the remainder on individual tax work.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who wants more than a technical role. The ideal candidate will manage a client portfolio, build strong relationships, deliver exceptional service, and contribute to the firm’s continued growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of corporate and individual clients
• Oversee accounting, tax, and financial reporting engagements
• Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for clients
• Provide high-quality, responsive customer service
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and bring in new business
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive, supportive work environment
• Help mentor and support less experienced accounting staff
• Meet billable-hour expectations and contribute to the firm’s growth objectives

Qualifications

• Approximately 8 years of experience in public accounting or a similar small-to-midsize accounting firm
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Active CPA license with signing authority, or currently pursuing CPA licensure
• Experience working with corporate clients; tax experience is highly valued
• Strong communication, organizational, and client relationship skills
• Business development mindset and willingness to contribute to new client growth
• Professional, personable, and confident working directly with clients
• Local to Pasadena or genuinely connected to the Pasadena community
• Big Four experience alone is not the ideal background for this role; experience in a small-to-midsize firm is preferred

Why Join?

• Join a growing firm with approximately 20% annual growth
• Work with clients across several engaging industries
• Take on meaningful responsibility and manage a diverse client portfolio
• Earn a discretionary bonus based on billed hours
• Enjoy a welcoming, collaborative, and family-oriented office culture
• Work alongside a friendly, supportive team in a professional but fun environment