Do you like the public accounting environment but are looking for a more dynamic and challenging experience? Are you in private accounting and interested in a more dynamic environment? Look no further!
As a result of continued growth within our Accounting Advisory practice, we are currently seeking a Senior Associate for our national team that will have the flexibility to sit most offices throughout our footprint or possibly remote for the right resource. In this role, you will be responsible for handling multiple client relationships with a team of professionals providing consulting around events & transaction services, reviews around complex GAAP & IFRS projects, as well as other projects & solutions; while providing an appropriate level of staff supervision to ensure deadlines are met through the timely review of deliverables.
Our industry-focused teams provide turn-key solutions from past experience while focusing on a myriad of risks and helping our clients see around corners. These value-added services are called upon when companies encounter events including:
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Restatements
- Carve-Outs
- IPO and IPO Readiness
- Lease Standard Implementation (ASC 842)
- CECL Implementation (ASC 326)
- Segment Reporting
- Buy & Sell Diligence Support
- IFRS / US GAAP Conversions
- Finance Support
What your days look like:
The Senior Associate is responsible for providing consulting services to clients as they navigate complex technical accounting events. Examples of a typical projects include new accounting standard implementation, support throughout the Initial Public Offering (IPO) process, a SPAC transaction, accounting implications from a business combination, carve-out audits, financial statement conversions, complex debt/equity transactions, etc. In this role, you will participate in all stages of various consulting engagements and provide assistance with planning, field work, engagement wrap up and deliverable composition.
What you need for this role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- CPA or CPA in process/eligibility
- Two (2) or more years of experience within a public accounting firm or industry environment performing audit, accounting or consulting services required
- Interest in and experience with technical accounting matters
- Prior experience with a SPAC, an IPO, ASC 606, 326, 842, 805 or GASB 87, as well as SEC reporting is a plus
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
- Prior experience with various assurance applications and research tools beneficial
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong understanding of US GAAP, including but not limited to, the accounting treatment for: inventory, debt, equity, revenue, business combinations, leases, etc.
- Knowledge of IFRS a plus
- 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 verbal and written communication skills
- 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
- Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy
- Ability to travel to client sites up to 20% if requested
What we offer you:
- 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.
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. “Cherry Bekaert” is the brand name under which Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with applicable professional standards. Cherry Bekaert LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services, and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide business advisory and non-attest services spanning the areas of transaction advisory, risk and accounting advisory, digital solutions, cybersecurity, tax, benefits consulting, and wealth management. For more details, visit cbh.com/disclosure.
Cherry Bekaert cares about its people. We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes 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.
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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, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.
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