Senior Accounting Manager People Leader

## About the Company Attivo Partners is a fast-growing full-service finance and accounting consulting firm headquartered in San Francisco, with a presence in major startup hubs across the US. Our remote teams specialize in providing fractional CFO and accounting services to venture-backed emerging growth clients, supporting their journey from inception to over $50M in revenue. ## What We Offer - Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented team with extensive experience in venture-backed companies. At Attivo, we believe in teamwork and value the unique insights and creativity each member brings. - Culture of Growth: We thrive on the challenges presented by diverse and exciting clients, offering unparalleled learning and professional development opportunities. - Mentorship and Training: We are committed to nurturing talent and providing ongoing mentoring and training to help you grow personally and professionally. - Flexibility: We understand the importance of balance and are dedicated to maintaining a culture that supports your career and personal life. ## Our Values - Lasting Relationships: We build solid and enduring connections with our clients and team members. - Data-Driven Insights: We leverage data to drive intelligent decisions and impactful results. - Growth-Focused Mindset: We embrace opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation. - Collaboration-First: We prioritize teamwork and believe the best solutions come from working together. - Culture-Conscious: We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. ## Role Overview The People Leader serves as the primary support and manager for a cohort of Senior Accountants or Accounting Managers, with a strong focus on coaching, performance management, and career development. This role ensures team members perform at a high level, continue to grow professionally, and are effectively deployed to meet client and business needs. ## Responsibilities ### People Leadership & Performance Management - Serve as the direct manager for a cohort of Senior Accountants or Accounting Managers - max of 8 - Conduct regular 1:1 check-ins to provide coaching, feedback, and ongoing support - Deliver biannual performance reviews with clear, actionable feedback and development plans - Monitor individual and team performance, addressing concerns in a timely and constructive manner - Act as a point of escalation for performance issues, client concerns, and delivery challenges ### Utilization & Staffing - Monitor and manage team utilization - Oversee staffing for Senior Accountant level and above to ensure proper resource allocation - Partner with engagement leaders to balance workloads and optimize team productivity ### Career Development & Coaching - Support team members in promotion readiness and long-term career progression - Define, track, and follow up on individual development goals and action plans - Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth ### Training & Development - Identify skill gaps and coordinate technical and professional training opportunities - Facilitate or support delivery of trainings to ensure team readiness and capability - Promote knowledge sharing and ongoing development within the team - Participate in recruiting efforts, including interviewing and candidate evaluation - Support building and maintaining a strong talent pipeline to meet future staffing needs ### Client Services - Produce monthly financial statements and budget vs actual analysis - Assist with financial modeling and forecasting for clients - Manage Accounts Receivable - which includes invoicing, collections, reviewing contracts - Manage Accounts Payable - which includes ensuring accurate entry, timely payment, and compliance with company policies - Process employee onboarding, payroll, and terminations ## Requirements - Proven track record of successfully coaching and developing accounting professionals. - Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. - Ability to provide empathetic, constructive feedback and foster trust across a team. - Proven track record of managing complex client engagements and cross-functional teams - Analytical and detail-oriented with a focus on operational efficiency - Collaborative and diplomatic, with a problem-solving mindset - Exceptional verbal and written communication skills - Enthusiastic, personable, positive attitude, and high integrity - Persistent and self-motivated with the ability to work with limited supervision ## Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. CPA preferred - 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role - 2+ years in a people management or team leadership role - Experience implementing workflow automation or AI-enabled tools preferred. Familiarity with generative AI tools and automation platforms strongly preferred. - Experience with standard software solutions: QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Campfire, Brex, Ramp, Rippling, Gusto, Rillet, Carta - Advanced+ Excel skills - Experience working in a fast-paced technology and/or professional services environment - Demonstrated success in coaching and developing professionals - Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills - Ability to deliver clear, empathetic, and actionable feedback - Proven ability to manage competing priorities and complex team dynamics - Analytical, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused ## Location/Travel - Fully remote role - Travel to in-person company events approximately 2-3 weeks per year (All-Staff Retreats & Regional