Manager - Accounting Advisory Services - Job at FORVIS in New York, NY

General information

Name

Consulting - Manager - Accounting Advisory Services

Posting Title

Manager - Accounting Advisory Services

Ref #

2232515

Date Published

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

City

New York

State

New York

Country

United States

Job Category

Accounting Services

Office

CFO & Business Consulting (Forvis)

Advertised Location

US-NY-New York

Working time

Full Time

Description & Requirements

As an Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) Manager you will assist AAS team members in building our national Accounting Advisory Services practice. Primary areas of focus will include managing client projects and project resources, assisting with business development efforts, recruitment and development of team members, and accountability for your results.

To be a successful AAS Manager, you should have a passion for client service and developing team members, be highly self-motivated while motivating other team members, work well in cross-functional teams (both internal and client-facing), embrace technology, possess technical expertise commensurate with the role, and exemplify FORVIS values.

How you will contribute:

Developing, in collaboration with the AAS team, your plan and leading the execution thereof
Leading communications with C-level client executives including delivery of regular project updates and final presentation of project results
Leading and/or assisting with efforts to build, train and develop a team in conjunction with AAS Director
Having responsibility for quality control over projects
Solving problems in service delivery as they arise and consulting with the AAS Director, as appropriate
Researching and providing technical input on projects and advising on technical accounting in accordance with the respective accounting guidance
Participating in discussions related to complex transactions including IPOs, SPACs, and M&A
Coaching team members to high levels of performance and being highly collaborative
Being accountable for your results and how they support the AAS practice
Address administrative and HR matters timely, seeking advice as appropriate

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

Demonstrated expertise and application of US GAAP
Strong problem resolution skills and desire to learn new things
Strong accounting research skills and ability to formulate appropriate accounting answers
Excellent project management and communication background
Ability to travel as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
6 years or more of experience in public accounting, accounting advisory or managing accounting and technical reporting for an SEC registrant or a company that underwent the IPO process
Held one or more prior leadership positions with oversight of multiple team members
Strong proven technical expertise in the areas of financial accounting, financial reporting, SEC reporting, M&A, or financial operations
Strong communication skills including strong verbal, listening, and writing skills
Experience in leading communications with C-level client executives
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel skills
Strong communication skills including managing multiple resources

Preferred Qualifications:

A CPA license is a plus
SEC financial reporting assistance including advising on Form S-1, S-4, 10-Q, or 10-Ks or foreign private issuer equivalents.
Experience serving SPACs through the registration process and de-SPAC transactions
Drafting messaging on complex financial reporting matters and technical accounting issues
Development of technical memos and assistance with complex accounting calculations

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New York City Pay Transparency

Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. FORVIS reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.

New York Salary Range:

NY Minimum Salary (USD)

$ 92,100

NY Maximum Salary (USD)

$ 192,000