Manager, Accounting & Reporting Advisory

Title

Manager (equivalent to Vice President role)

Execute and lead Accounting & Reporting Advisory engagements with primary responsibility for research and preparation of client deliverables.

• Prepare and review account reconciliations and support communication with client, identifying issues, resolving discrepancies, and escalating matters as appropriate.
• Review and analyze complex contracts, conducting and supporting technical accounting research and documenting conclusions in accordance with applicable guidance.
• Prepare and contribute to the review of accounting memoranda and policies, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with accounting standards.
• Determine appropriate journal entries and other operational accounting matters.
• Prepare financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures.
• Research SEC filing requirements and prepare supporting accounting schedules and audit support.
• Serve as a post‑acquisition integration SME, demonstrating familiarity with standard IMO practices and procedures.
• Serve as a technical accounting subject‑matter expert for the firm’s valuation practice, providing ad‑hoc research and support.
• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations for clients, including management of accounts payable and accounts receivable, processing and posting payroll, and preparing and posting journal entries.
• Actively participate in business development, including client pursuits and proposals.
• Identify areas to scale efficiencies and new ways of working across multiple projects and environments.
• Interact with finance‑focused ERPs, e.g., Net Suite, Sage Intacct, SAP, Oracle.
• Leverage AI‑enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research, streamline deliverables, and improve overall efficiency and insight.

• Broad knowledge of US GAAP, including purchase accounting, derivatives, complex debt and equity securities, stock‑based compensation, revenue recognition, and lease accounting.
• Experience in financial statement preparation and interpreting complex accounting standards into practical terms.
• Deep experience with M&A transactions, particularly post‑acquisition integration.
• AICPA and PCAOB‑level audit readiness preferred.
• Experience presenting to the c‑suite and executive tier.
• Entrepreneurial and client‑service focused, with strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with accounting systems including Quick Books, Xero, , and Expensify.
• Interest in using AI tools and technology to enhance productivity, research, and analysis.
• Relationship‑focused, positive and enthusiastic attitude, creative problem‑solving, accountability, and ability to multi‑task.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor of Finance or Accounting.
• 5+ years of finance process and/or transformation experience.
• Combination of audit and advisory experience; post‑acquisition transaction experience preferred.
• CPA preferred.

• Embrace changing client‑imposed deadlines with flexibility and adaptability.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
• Collaborate with engagement leaders and team members while embodying core values:
  Positive and Team‑Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship‑Focused, Super‑Responsive, and being Great communicators.
• Demonstrate a commitment to delivering Relentless Excellence in client service and teamwork.

• Annual salary range: $87,000.00 – $.
• Eligible for an annual bonus plan.
• Competitive benefits and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.
• Flexible work schedules and discretionary time‑off policy.
  Benefits details:

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.