Accounting Manager
Richmond, VA - USA
Job Summary
We are a global investment bank specializing in M&A and private capital advisory services. Clients worldwide rely on us to help unlock value in their business and turn ambitious goals into reality. We approach every engagement with boundless collaboration pooling expertise and relationships across industries service offerings and geographies. For over 30 years our clients have trusted us to think strategically execute precisely and deliver premium outcomes to help them grow.
We are ambitious in our goals and steadfast in the belief that clients deserve our very best. To achieve ourhighest aspiration we invest in world-class team-oriented individuals who are smart driven and principled those who are eager to be part of something bigger than themselves. When you join Harris Williams you are welcomed into a collegial environment where every individual has the opportunity to make an impact in a powerful and significant way. We invite you to learn more about careers at Harris Williams.
The Accounting Manager (AM) is a high-impact leadership role responsible for overseeing Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable and Revenue operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence core financial operations while gaining exposure to deal activity and firmwide initiatives. This role is primarily on-site (45 days/week) enabling close collaboration with leadership and deal teams.
- Broad ownership: Lead AP AR and Revenueuncommon scope that gives full visibility into accounting operations.
- Deal exposure: Partner directly with bankers and engagement teams gaining insight into M&A transactions.
- High visibility: Regular interaction with senior leadership and opportunity to influence processes.
- Global complexity: Work across international transactions and cross-border operations.
- Impact-driven environment: Opportunity to improve systems reporting and workflows in a fast-paced firm.
- Transaction Management: Responsible for reviewing and posting accounting transactions to the General Ledger.
- Reporting & Closing: Manage the period-end closing process and develop internal reports.
- Special Projects: Participate in support special projects and other duties as assigned.
- Vendor Management: Oversee invoice processing within the procurement system
- Expense & Payroll Management: Oversee expense reimbursement process and review/approve payroll transactions.
- Asset Management: Manage the firms property and equipment records.
- Lease Accounting: Review lease agreements and manage lease accounting in accordance with ASC 842.
- Invoicing: Manage the monthly client invoicing process including bespoke invoicing requirements for engagement teams.
- AR Monitoring: Monitor outstanding accounts receivable and interface directly with banking teams andclients.
- International Operations: Manage the firms international process for cross-border transactions.
- Expense Analysis: Analyze deal expenses across all industry groups.
- CPA or progress toward certification
- Must be able to obtain a FINRA Series 99 license.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field.
- 5 years of accounting experience with a strong preference for public accounting and/or professional services environments.
- Demonstrated experience managing teams with responsibility for performance development and output.
- Systems proficiency with ERP platforms (Oracle Fusion experience a plus).
- Strong analytical mindset and research skills.
- Knowledge of foreign currency transactions and translation adjustments preferred.
- Understanding of internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements is a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
- Effective communicator who can partner with both finance and non-finance stakeholders including seniorprofessionals.
When you join Harris Williams you step into a highly collaborative high-expectations environment where individuals are empowered to take ownership and make a visible impact. We value curiosity accountability and a strong team-first mindset.
This is an environment where you will be expected to lean in contribute meaningfully and grow quickly working alongside passionate colleagues who are committed to excellence and continuous improvement.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- This description reflects the core responsibilities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities and focus areas may evolve based on business needs.
Disclaimer: Harris Williams will not accept unsolicited resumes from contingency recruiters. Any such resumes received will not be considered as legitimate submissions and Harris Williams will not pay for the placement of a candidate resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Furthermore Harris Williams strictly forbids any contingency recruiter from representing the firm in the market without prior consent.
Base Salary: $110000 - $140000
- Salaries may vary within the range based on geographic location market data and on individual skills experience and education.
- Role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company business and/or individual performance.
- Application Window: Generally this opening is expected to be posted for 48 business hours from 06/02/2026 although longer with business discretion.
Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge skills and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills competencies work experience education and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
To learn more about these and other programs including benefits for full time and part-time employees visit.
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process please contact us via email at . Please include accommodation request in the subject line title and be sure to include your name the job ID and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call and say Workday for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race color sex religion national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability veteran status or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and for any registered role the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.
Required Experience:
Manager