Cherry Bekaert · 5 days ago
CFO Advisory, Accounting Advisory Manager (GPS)
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$130K/yr - $180K/yr
4+ years expCherry Bekaert is one of the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., and they are seeking an Accounting Advisory Manager. The role involves managing engagements related to governmental accounting, implementing new accounting standards, and providing tailored advisory solutions to clients facing financial reporting challenges.
AccountingConsultingFinancial ServicesWealth Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Planning, managing, and performing a variety of engagements including but not limited to:
Account and Financial Close and Reconciliation Assistance, ACFR Preparation, Implementation of New Accounting Standards, Accounting Analysis Related to Compliance with Laws and
Regulations, Ongoing Best Practice and High-Performance Government Accounting Support
Assessing and evaluating client accounting challenges, developing tailored advisory solutions and establishing the timeline and scope of engagements
Evaluating complex governmental accounting situations and determining the appropriate treatment under GAAP
Reviewing Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for accuracy and completeness against benchmarks such as GFOA’s ACFR review checklist
Identifying best practices or other recommendations in clients account reconciliation or other financial processes and develop and executive level report of the findings
Providing status updates to client leadership on the current status of tasks and any findings or recommendations identified
Overseeing firm objectives (engagement economics) and manage resources to ensure that established goals are met on each project assigned
Ensuring team is up to date on related governmental accounting pronouncements and industry developments and assisting with supervision of team members as assigned, including staff professional development, training, and performance evaluation utilizing firm developed tools and processes
Developing one or more areas of technical specialization and begin to serve as a technical consultant, both internally and externally
Developing content such as articles, podcasts, or webinars on governmental accounting matters to build brand recognition of GPS accounting advisory group
Serving as a trusted advisor to clients, identifying opportunities for expanded services
Developing outside relationships with a goal to foster long-term business development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred), Finance or other business discipline
Active or in-process CPA and/or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
Minimum 4 years of public accounting experience performing external audit or consulting or 7 years of experience within a state, county or municipality's finance/accounting department
Practical knowledge of relevant professional standards and regulations such as GASB
Prior experience auditing or assisting with the financial close for a governmental entity
Prior experience with internal controls including documentation and testing of controls
Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office products including ability to analyze and summarize data through the use of formulas, pivot tables, and related add-ins in Excel
Ability to travel as needed up to 40%
Preferred
Experience with GFOA's ACFR Special Review Process or ACFR Preparation
Experience with implementation of GASB standards
Ability to troubleshoot and solve account reconciliation issues
Prior experience coaching and developing less experienced associates
Benefits
Annual bonus
Medical, dental, and vision care
Disability and life insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Retirement plans
Paid Care Leave
Other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection
Company
Cherry Bekaert
Cherry Bekaert is an accounting firm that offers tax, audit, and advisory solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Parthenon Capital Partners
2024-12-16Acquired
2022-06-30Private Equity
Leadership Team
John Bartz
Strategic Alliances Director
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