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Accounting Advisory Manager

Grant Thornton · Chicago, IL
Full-timeFinance & InsuranceSenior$147,200–$184,000/yr
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As a Manager, you will be responsible for teams that consult with Grant Thornton | Stax Transactions clients on complex accounting transactions. You will apply your knowledge of each client’s operations, processes, business objectives and risks to enhance each transaction — all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll build relationships with clients and your project teams, and engage client stakeholders to identify, assess, and deliver substantiated advice because together is how we succeed. From day one, you’ll be empowered with access to firm leaders and mentors, training programs, resource groups, team-based communities, and growth opportunities to help you develop your career and achieve more, confidently. **Your day-to-day may include:** - Listening and communicating with clients about engagement and service expectations; resolving technical and service issues quickly and thoroughly - Overseeing and supporting multiple engagement teams to complete divestiture solutions — from evaluating carve-out readiness, supporting the 100-day planning and operational transition, and assisting in the separation of the business — for financial sponsors and corporate clients - Supporting SEC regulatory filings for carve-outs and facilitating the preparation of carve-out financials - Identifying market trends in order to be a proactive problem solver and sought-after adviser to clients and colleagues - Assisting audit teams in evaluating accounting policies related to new, significant, or complex accounting-related matters - Training and supervising less experienced colleagues and providing consistent, regular feedback - Working at a client site, with your team in the office or remotely. We empower teams to listen first to expectations of clients and teammates; then you and your team can determine when and where to work. No matter when or where, you will have the support you need to thrive - Representing Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events - Building your technical and professional skills through formal training - Other duties as assigned **You have the following technical skills, qualifications and abilities:** - Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines; a master’s degree is a plus - Minimum of five years of experience providing financial statement audits, accounting advisory, or similar transaction advisory consulting services - An active CPA license (required) - Analytical and technical skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, SEC reporting rules and standards; accounting, transaction or mergers and acquisition services - Can manage multiple engagements and competing priorities - Value teamwork, are agile and know the power of building strong relationships - Skilled at leading, influencing, and motivating colleagues - Can travel on short notice (Travel expectation: 30%) - Excellent verbal and written communication skills The base salary range for this position is between $147,200k and $184k. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. #LI- BP3 ### About the Team **The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:** • Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site. • Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in yo…

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$147,200 – $184,000/yr
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