Accounting Advisory Managing Director

Grant Thornton (US); New York (NY); On-site; USD 263,300 - 438,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs

Employee assistance program

Paid sick leave

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

A leading accounting advisory firm is seeking a Managing Director in New York, NY. In this role, you will lead teams to consult on complex accounting transactions and develop strong client relationships. Candidates should have approximately twelve years of relevant experience and an active CPA license, along with proficiency in US GAAP and experience in the asset management industry. This position offers a competitive salary range of $263,300 to $438,800 along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of twelve years of experience in financial statement audits or accounting advisory.
• Ability to travel on short notice (up to 80%).

Responsibilities

• Lead teams on complex accounting transactions.
• Support SEC regulatory filings and prepare carve-out financials.
• Train and supervise less experienced colleagues.
• Engage with clients and deliver substantiated advice.

Skills

CPA License

Proficiency in US GAAP

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Teamwork and relationship building

Ability to manage multiple engagements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline

Master’s degree (optional)

Job description

Job Description

As an Accounting Advisory Services Managing Director, you will be responsible for leading teams that consult with Grant Thornton accounting advisory clients on complex accounting transactions. You will apply your experience and knowledge to help engagement teams navigate highly technical matters and improve business processes. You’ll build relationships with clients and your 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 to grow the firm and your career.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee and support multiple engagement teams to complete divestiture solutions, including evaluating carve-out readiness and supporting 100‑day planning.
• Support SEC regulatory filings for carve-outs and facilitate the preparation of carve-out financials.
• Identify market trends to be a proactive problem solver and sought‑after adviser.
• Assist audit teams in evaluating accounting policies related to new, significant, or complex accounting‑related matters.
• Train and supervise less experienced colleagues and provide consistent, regular feedback.
• Work at a client site or remotely, with flexibility on location and schedule.
• Represent Grant Thornton at recruiting and professional networking events.
• Build technical and professional skills through formal training.
• Meet business development metrics for managed revenue, new sales, and cross‑selling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance, mathematics, or related discipline; 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).
• Proficiency in US GAAP, SEC reporting rules and standards; accounting, transaction or mergers and acquisition services.
• Specialized knowledge in ASC 606 and/or ASC 842, financial instruments, IPO process, or complex debt, equity and employee compensation topics.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities.
• Experience selling new work and driving revenue.
• Strong teamwork, agility and relationship building.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel on short notice (travel expectation up to 80%).

Base Salary Range

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

Benefits Overview

• Discounts for medical, dental and vision insurance programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid sick leave (minimum 72 hours for interns and seasonal employees).
• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) 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, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton LLP to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [e-mail]. For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Grant Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.