Owner/Operator - Accounting

We are seeking an owner/operator who will run this franchise location. This is not a senior manager role inside a large firm. You take on the client relationships and the accountability of running a practice. You get the technology stack, specialized teams, and network that most independent firms spend years trying to build on their own. Early on, the role covers firm management, client delivery, and business development. As the team grows, you shift toward leadership and strategy, operating within Decimal’s standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Firm Management & Operations
• Lead Accounting Managers and Delivery Support
• Client Delivery & Team Leadership
• Technical Oversight
• Sales & Business Growth

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in accounting, advisory, or financial services
• Track record managing client relationships directly.
• Experience reviewing and signing off on complex engagements.
• Experience managing teams that include managers or senior staff.
• Business development or sales experience, including client expansion and proposal work.

Skills & Abilities

• Solid working knowledge of GAAP, IRS regulations, and accounting standards.
• Strong communicator who can advise clients and think beyond the immediate task.
• Financial oversight skills: budgeting, cash flow, and profitability analysis.
• Comfortable with cloud-based accounting platforms and using technology to cut manual work.
• Location: Cincinnati, OH (candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the Cincinnati area).