Onsite in Essex County, MA
Compensation: $100,000–$120,000 + Bonus
Benefits: Full H/D/V, Parental Leave, SIMPLE IRA (3% Match)
This position sits within the Fractional CFO / Outsourced Accounting Practice, working directly with the shareholder. You will lead several outsourced CFO engagements (for both nonprofit and for-profit clients), manage day-to-day accounting operations, mentor junior staff, and serve as a strategic partner for clients.
Manage and oversee a portfolio of outsourced CFO clients
Own daily accounting operations: A/P, A/R, billing, month-end & year-end close
Mentor and develop associates
Prepare and review Balance Sheet, P&L, and General Ledger
Oversee monthly reconciliations, closings, adjusting JEs, payroll JEs, and client financial reporting
Liaise with outside CPA firms for tax and assurance
Ensure timely 1099 compliance
Identify and resolve complex accounting issues
Conduct research on technical matters with minimal supervision
Apply new accounting standards across engagements
Heavy use of QuickBooks Online + Desktop
Maintain proactive communication and ensure client satisfaction
Participate in community networking and business development
Maintain high integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
6–10+ years of full-charge accounting or public accounting experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
Strong understanding of GAAP
Significant QuickBooks experience (Online + Desktop)
Strong GL, reconciliation, and financial reporting skills
Prior staff leadership/management required
CPA preferred (not required)
Ability to work onsite in Lawrence, MA
Desire to grow long-term within the firm
If you are interested in connecting further about any level opportunity within public accounting, please apply here or email Kaitlyn with gpac directly with any questions at kaitlyn.opdahl@gogpac.com!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
