Position Overview

Job Description

Why Harris Williams

We are ambitious in our goals and steadfast in the belief that clients deserve our very best. 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.

• Meaningful impact from the start: The Senior Accounting Manager provides critical leadership, coaching and development to a talented team across the Finance department. Responsibilities include managing general controllership functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, prepaids, fixed assets, accruals, leases, etc. to executing the Firm’s accounting procedures and best practices.  The Senior Accounting Manager provides leadership, motivation, development and structure to the accounting operations team and critical input the Director of Accounting Operations and other senior members of the Finance team.

• Collaborative work environment: Our goal is to unlock value in great businesses, and it starts by unlocking greatness in each other. We value a range of backgrounds and expertise, and we know our work is better when our teams inspire every individual to confidently contribute. You will provide input to the Director of Accounting Operations, collaborate with all levels of the Finance team and broader Firm.

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits program: Competitive compensation, pension, 401(k) matching, and eligibility for performance bonus amongst many other robust benefits.

What We Look For

Harris Williams hires individuals who are motivated by challenge, demonstrated through applicable prior work experience. The following skillsets are desired: 

• People Management – Ability to motivate and develop more junior talent through coaching and regularly delivering constructive feedback

• Communication Skills – Ability to provide clear instructions and guidance, usually via email with additional voice over to ensure comprehension and transparency of delegated tasks

• Intellectual Curiosity – Willingness to build knowledge across the Finance team, the Harris Williams business and our parent company, PNC

What Makes a Harris Williams Employee

Those who thrive at Harris Williams lead multiple activities and workstreams while maintaining focus on quality. Our most successful employees…

• Approach all tasks with humility and inspire collegiality and enthusiasm

  • View challenging tasks as opportunities for growth

  • Share ideas and credit among peers and teammates

  • Learn from mentors

• Are curious self-starters and internally motivated

  • Exhaust available resources before asking team members for guidance

  • Offer creative suggestions and thoughtful solutions

  • Ask “What’s next?” and work ahead instead of waiting for direction

  • Seek feedback from your teammates/peers during and at the end of a project

• Are responsive

  • This is an in-office role

  • Answer emails and calls quickly

  • Attend team meetings in-person

  • Find moments of levity even when working long hours

  • Clarify deadlines as needed

  • Stay aligned with your team on active workstreams and upcoming tasks

• Partner with the team

  • Ensure effective use of the junior teammates’ time, balancing delegation with a respectful, collaborative approach

  • Take pride in your work by delivering accurate, thoughtful work product

  • Deliver real-time performance feedback to direct reports

Other Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in accounting

• Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in accounting or accounting information systems

• Active Ce