Accounting Advisory Managing Director

Grant Thornton (US); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 263,300 - 438,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm in Dallas is seeking a Managing Director for Accounting Advisory Services. This role involves leading teams, consulting with clients on complex transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience, a CPA license, and strong analytical and communication skills. Travel may be required up to 80%. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of twelve years of experience in financial statement audits or accounting advisory.
• An active CPA license is required.
• Proficiency in US GAAP and SEC reporting rules.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support multiple engagement teams on divestiture solutions.
• Assist audit teams in evaluating accounting policies.
• Train and supervise less experienced colleagues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Relationship building

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, or related disciplines

Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

Accounting Advisory Services Managing Director at Grant Thornton (US). You will lead teams that consult with Grant Thornton accounting advisory clients on complex accounting transactions. You will apply your experience to help engagement teams navigate highly technical matters and improve business processes, with the resources, environment, and support to excel. You’ll build relationships with clients and project teams, and engage client stakeholders to identify, assess, and deliver substantiated advice. From day one, you’ll be empowered with access to firm leaders and training programs, as well as opportunities to grow the firm and your career.

Your day-to-day may include

• 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
• Meeting business development metrics for managed revenue, new sales and cross-selling
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related disciplines; a master’s degree is a plus
• Minimum of twelve years of experience providing financial statement audits, accounting advisory, or similar transaction advisory consulting services with deep experience in the asset management industry
• An active CPA license (required)
• Analytical, technical skills, including proficiency in US GAAP, SEC reporting rules and standards; accounting, transaction or mergers and acquisition services
• Go-to resource in specialized knowledge areas like ASC 606 and/or ASC 842, financial instruments, IPO process or other capital transactions, or complex debt, equity and employee compensation topics
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities
• Experience selling new work and driving revenue
• Value teamwork, agile mindset, and strong relationship-building
• Skilled at leading, influencing, and motivating colleagues
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Travel on short notice; travel expectation could be up to 80%

Compensation

The base salary range for this position in the Firm’s New York, NY office is between $263,300 and $438,800. The base salary range for this position in the Firm's Melville NY office is between $263,300 and $438,800.

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result—for our clients and you. We offer a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support. Grant Thornton LLP provides audit and assurance services, while Grant Thornton Advisors LLC provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational platform with Grant Thornton Ireland, offering a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice with a cross-border culture and opportunities.

About The Team

• We empower you with options to work in the way that best serves clients and your life
• Support for work-life integration and well-being
• Personalized and comprehensive benefits recognizing diverse identities, roles, and aspirations
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity, with actions beyond checking boxes

Next steps

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to schedule a time to connect. You can also explore other roles at www.gt.com/careers.

Benefits

Grant Thornton offers a range of benefits. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are provided under ADA and state/local laws; to request accommodation, contact [e-mail].

For Los Angeles applicants: We will consider all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For Massachusetts applicants: Massachusetts law prohibits lie detector tests as a condition of employment, and we do not require or administer lie detector tests.