Accounting Advisory Senior

Schneider Downs Accounting Advisory Services practice offers a variety of technical accounting advisory services, as well as outsourced accounting and finance advisory services, for every type of organization from small businesses that have limited resources, to large publicly-traded and privately-held companies who need technical expertise. As an Accounting Advisory Senior, you will join our rapidly growing practice whose clients engage with us to help solve their complex accounting and finance challenges where no two projects will be the same. This requires you to think on your feet and think in unique and creative ways to develop answers to complex issues. This is an entrepreneurial opportunity for someone who will be a key member of this growing practice area.

Responsibilities

Consult with clients on complex accounting and finance issues which may include, but are not limited to, technical accounting issues, financial reporting, operational accounting, buy-side or sell-side accounting assistance and post-merger integration; Assist in development of detailed project plans to respond to our clients’ unique needs and expectations; Execute project plans and create client deliverables; Technical accounting advisory projects require detailed assessment, extensive research, detailed testing procedures, preparation of journal entries, and significant technical writing; Outsourced accounting advisory projects require assisting clients with day-to-day accounting, month-end close, bank reconciliations, account reconciliations, month-end financial statement preparation and other such corporate accounting responsibilities; Some additional projects could include Accounting triage and audit preparation projects include cash to accrual conversions, general ledger adjustments for tax return and audit requirements, and implementing technical accounting standards for clients; Participate in career development activities and technical training of staff; Develop and sustain relationships with client executives and senior management; Embrace ways to utilize AI tools to bring efficiencies to project execution; Assist the management team in identifying areas for standardization for recurring projects

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other related technical discipline; Minimum of two years of experience, either working in corporate accounting or public accounting roles; CPA license eligibility; A proven track record of working on multiple projects simultaneously and delivering excellent client service; Strong analytical, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills; A willingness to learn and experience challenges outside of your comfort zone

Benefits

Competitive compensation; Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begin on day one; 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays; Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks; Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time; 401(k) plans and profit sharing; CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance