Accounting Advisory - Technical Accounting Manager - Consultant

Company: The Source
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Our client is looking to recruit candidates that have current or former Big 4 experience (3-4 years minimum). For many, a Big 4 experience is extremely rewarding and has prepared you extremely well for a successful career. The depth of experience and knowledge you gain is also something you really can't obtain anywhere else.

Our client continues to attract top-level professionals from Big 4 firms. These are people who are looking to redefine their career trajectories - in a way that aligns with their big-picture goals and lifestyle needs. They quickly appreciate our steady stream of challenging projects, a collegial environment where they can continually grow and evolve, and the opportunity to make more of an impact in their daily work.

The Opportunity:

Consultants, Manager & Senior Manager-level financial consultants will work closely with 'C-level' management of Fortune 500, mid-cap and start-up companies. Our Client's Senior Managers lead project teams and interact with clients and their Big 4 auditors on all aspects of engagements, including report writing, developing and managing relationships with client management, and business development.

• Interact with clients' executive team and auditors, serving as a subject matter expert, leading clients through complex accounting issues and driving conclusions.
• Lead client engagement and own client delivery on operational due diligence for complex transactions (i.e. - IPO's, acquisitions & divestitures, stock offerings and dept raises).
• Drive client deliverables of financial and regulatory information in accordance with SEC and regulatory requirements (i.e. - 10K's, 10Q's, S-1 and S-4 filings, audit coordination).
• Serve as an subject matter expert on projects related to new ASC accounting standards (i.e. - ASC 842, ASC 606).
• Lead process improvement projects and implementation of changes.
• Mentor managers and consultants, acting as a moral and ethical model, fostering engagement team professional growth, and providing constructive and actionable feedback.
• Lead firm initiatives and identify areas for improvements.
• Play an active role in the firm's recruiting efforts, client relationship building and business development efforts.
  
  Requirements
  
  
  • Undergraduate degree in Accounting - CPA and/or MBA combined with solid accounting experience will be considered in lieu of a degree in Accounting.
  • 3 - 6+ years' experience in public accounting and/or industry accounting/finance.
  • Outstanding interpersonal, written and oral communication skills and ability to assimilate easily into teams.
  • Strong technical skills and a working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting.
  • Proactive in identifying client needs and effective in building a strong relationship with clients.
  • Highly organized and focused and demonstrates the ability to set overall engagement expectations and direction.
  • Effective analytical and critical thinking abilities.
  • Entrepreneurial nature, self-motivated, ethical and dependable.
  • High energy with commitment to quality client service, focusing on ensuring positive resolutions to conflicts.
  • Consistently seeks opportunities to enhance your skills by attending higher-level training, develop firm training materials and enhance overall firm knowledge base.
    
    Benefits
    
    Salary, Bonuses & Full Benefits package

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