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Job Description

As an Accounting Advisory Manager, you will be responsible for leading teams that consult with clients on complex accounting transactions. You will help clients address their transactional, regulatory, and strategic needs — all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You'll build relationships with clients and your project teams, engage client stakeholders to identify, assess, and deliver substantiated advice, and collaborate across the CFO Advisory team to help clients achieve their vision.

Your Day-to-Day May Include:

• Leading multiple engagements and consulting on complex accounting transactions
• Consulting on technical accounting matters including adoption of new accounting standards, preparing technical accounting positions, and supporting transaction audit review
• Providing transaction accounting support for transactions including business combinations, carve‑outs and initial public offerings
• Preparing financial statements and SEC filings including 10‑Ks, 10‑Qs, 8‑Ks and pro‑forma financial views
• Assisting clients in getting ready for first‑time audits or providing audit readiness support
• Providing on‑call assistance
• Ensuring work is performed timely, with quality, and in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Identifying market trends to be a proactive problem solver and sought‑after adviser
• Training and supervising less experienced colleagues and providing consistent, regular feedback
• Working at a client site, in the office or remotely – teams are empowered to determine the best working location
• Representing the company at recruiting and professional networking events
• Building technical and professional skills through formal training
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or related disciplines (Master's a plus)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial statement audits, accounting advisory services, or corporate accounting/finance with a focus on complex transactions
• Active CPA license required
• Working knowledge of ASC 606 and/or ASC 842, complex debt/equity/employee compensation, audit readiness, IPO process, organizational restructuring, post‑deal accounting, GAAP conversations, financial instruments
• Proficiency in US GAAP, SEC reporting rules, accounting transactions, M&A services
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
• Team‑orientated, agile, and building strong relationships
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Travel up to 30% as needed

The base salary range for this position in New York and Boston, MA only is between $121,000 and $181,400.

The base salary range for this position in Chicago, IL only is between $112,000 and $168,000.

The base salary range for this position in San Francisco and San Jose only is between $128,800 and $193,200.

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We go beyond expectations by offering a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support. In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through Grant Thornton LLP and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC, offering audit, assurance, tax, and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland, providing a premier Trans‑Atlantic advisory and tax practice and independent audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices worldwide, we deliver enhanced solutions and a distinctive cross‑border culture.

The Team You're About to Join

• Work‑location flexibility, unlimited flex time, and weekly scheduling options that fit your needs
• Support for your overall well‑being through work‑life integration options
• Personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize all identities, roles, and aspirations
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion beyond check‑boxes – see full initiatives online

Next Steps

If you apply and are selected for an interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to explore other roles that may fit your profile or learn more about us at www.gt.com/careers.

Benefits

We support all employees and interns with comprehensive benefits. For interns and seasonal employees, benefits include medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program, paid sick leave, and for seasonal employees eligibility for a 401(k) savings plan.

• Interns eligible for 72 hours of paid sick leave, firm holidays paid, and participation in insurance programs
• Seasonal employees eligible for 72 hours of paid sick leave, insurance programs, and a 401(k) plan in accordance with plan terms

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions ...

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function and Industries

• Finance and Sales
• Accounting and Business Consulting and Services