Senior Manager, Accounting & Reporting Advisory

Responsibilities

• Execute and lead Accounting & Reporting Advisory engagements, including research and preparation of client deliverables.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations; communicate with clients to identify issues, resolve discrepancies, and, when necessary, elevate matters.
• Review and analyze complex contracts, conduct technical accounting research, and document conclusions in accordance with relevant guidance.
• Prepare and contribute to accounting memoranda and policies, ensuring alignment with accounting standards.
• Determine appropriate journal entries and perform other operational accounting tasks.
• Prepare financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures; research SEC filing requirements and develop supporting accounting schedules.
• Act as a post‑acquisition integration subject‑matter expert, demonstrating proficiency with standard IMO practices.
• Serve as a technical accounting SME for the firm’s valuation practice, providing ad‑hoc research and support.
• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations for clients, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and journal entry posting.
• Engage in client pursuits and proposals, contributing to business development efforts.
• Identify opportunities to scale efficiencies and implement innovative workflows across projects.
• Interact with finance‑focused ERPs such as Net Suite, Sage Intacct, SAP, and Oracle.
• Leverage AI‑enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance research, streamline deliverable preparation, and improve overall efficiency.

• Broad knowledge of US GAAP, including purchase accounting, derivatives, complex debt and equity securities, stock‑based compensation, revenue recognition, and lease accounting.
• Experience with financial statement preparation and interpreting complex accounting standards.
• Deep experience with M&A transactions, particularly post‑acquisition integration.
• AICPA and PCAOB‑level audit readiness preferred.
• Experience presenting to C‑suite and executive tier clients.
• Entrepreneurial, client‑service focused, and comfortable in a team‑oriented environment.
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Proficiency with accounting systems such as Quick Books, Xero, , and Expensify.
• Interest in using AI tools to enhance productivity, research, and analysis.
• Relationship‑focused with clients, peers, and management.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude; embraces flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Bachelor of Finance or Accounting and at least 8 years of relevant finance process or transformation experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, CPG, healthcare, and financial services industries preferred.
• Combination of audit and advisory experience; post‑acquisition transaction experience preferred.
• CPA qualification preferred.

Stout offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits and wellness options. The firm supports professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and performance feedback. Flexible work schedules and a discretionary time‑off policy promote work‑life balance.

Estimated annual range: $ – $. The role is also anticipated to be eligible for an annual bonus plan.

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

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all‑inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.