Governmental Consulting Accounting Manager
AbdoScottsdale, Arizona, United States
Posted April 14, 2026
95000 - 130000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Abdo is a fullâservice CPA firm that partners with businesses across the Midwest, Arizona, and Utah to deliver customized accounting, tax, and advisory solutions. With more than 200 professionals and over six decades of experience, the firm offers a broad portfolio that includes auditing, business valuation, wealth management, technology & data analytics, HR & payroll, and nonprofit/government services. Abdoâs consultative approachâdeeply understanding each clientâs unique challengesâenables it to craft innovative strategies that drive sustainable growth. Recognized as one of the regionâs top accounting firms, Abdo combines industry expertise with a collaborative culture that attracts top talent and fosters longâterm client success.
Job Description
We are seeking a Manager to join the Abdo governmental consulting team. The Manager will lead a team providing accounting and financial services to local government entities, oversee consulting projects, and improve financial efficiency. The ideal candidate has experience in accounting, local government, and software implementations, with strong quantitative analysis and financial modeling skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- 5+ years experience working in accounting
- Experience in the local government/utility industry and/or governmental accounting
- Skilled in software implementations, long-term financial planning, budgeting, cost management, and/or utility rate studies
- Experience in project and change management
- Proficient in advanced MS-Excel functions (e.g. VLOOKUP, H-LOOKUP, SUMIFS, conditional statements (IF, MAX, MIN), pivot tables, graphs and charts)
- Strong quantitative analysis and financial modeling skills, with a focus on improvement and automation
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, HSA with employer match, FSA medical and dependent care
- Long & short-term disability insurance options
- 22 days per year of PTO, 8 full holidays, 2 half holidays, 24 hours paid volunteer time, parental and grandparent leave
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions up to 4.5%
- Abdo-sponsored telehealth platform
- Technology reimbursement
- Half day Fridays June through September
- Professional expenses and CPA support and bonus