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CFO Advisory, Accounting Advisory Manager

$139k - $195k

Cherry Bekaert

As a result of continued growth within our Accounting Advisory practice, we are currently seeking a Manager for our national team that will have the flexibility to be remote and travel as needed for specific projects. In this role, you will be responsible for handling multiple client relationships with a team of professionals providing consulting around technical accounting and SEC financial reporting services, reviews around complex GAAP & IFRS projects, SEC financial reporting, as well as other consulting projects; while proving to be a self-starter with a passion for excellent client service and making a difference in our client's Corporate Accounting and Finance departments.

Our industry-focused teams (Financial Services; Industrial & Consumer Goods; Private Equity; Professional Services; Real Estate, Construction & Hospitality Technology & Life Sciences) provide turn-key solutions from past experience to create long-term solutions for their current needs with a forward-looking lens of the future.

As a Manager, you will:
  • Assist with financial close when needed as well as improve financial statement close processes
  • Assistance with cash to accrual accounting, opening balance sheet preparation and purchase accounting
  • Assist with audit readiness
  • Lead technical accounting projects on matters, such as ASC 480, 606, 718, 805, 815, or 842, as well as IPO/SPAC and other SEC reporting matters
  • Prepare and review financial statements, footnotes, reconciliations, month-end close entries, accounting memos, and audit schedules for public filings (10-Q or 10-K)
What you bring to the role:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting and CPA license
  • Five or more years of experience within a public accounting firm and/or industry environment performing audit, controllership, or consulting services for SEC registered public companies or private-equity backed companies required
  • Proven experience and interest in technical accounting matters
  • Exposure to the month-end close or quarterly reporting process
  • Strong organizational skills including experience with planning and leading a project from start to finish
  • Capable of managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously while working independently and within a group environment
  • Robust written and verbal communication skills, including ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm
  • Strong analytical and diagnostic skills, with a focus on details and accuracy
  • Travel as needed for firm meetings and client site visits up to 40%
Additional, preferred qualifications include:
  • Experience working with accounting departments
  • Experience in an environment with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, SAP, Workday, Yardi, or Quickbooks
  • SEC reporting experience using software, such as Workiva, Toppan Merrill or DFIN
  • Experience implementing OneStream or FloQast
  • Demonstrated use of analyzing large data sets using tools such as Alteryx, Tableau and/or Python
What you can expect from us:
  • Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect
  • The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
  • A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development
  • Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
  • Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work
  • Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits Information:

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range:
Pay From: $139k to $195k

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit


Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.


This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.


Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.


Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.


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