Accounting & Transaction Advisory – Manager

Oliver James Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James Group is seeking a seasoned Accounting & Advisory professional in the Houston area. The role focuses on external audit, assurance, and deals/financial due diligence in a public accounting context. Strong communication with C-Suite is essential as clients include large public filers.

The candidate will work in a high-demand advisory practice that values technical excellence and adaptability to evolving technologies such as AI and RPA. Public accounting pedigree is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergrad degree in Accounting or Finance; Masters preferred.
• CPA preferred—will consider those in process.
• 4+ years of public accounting experience in Audit/Assurance/Advisory/Deals/FDD.
• Experience with large public filers and high-value transactions.
• Ability to communicate with C-Suite level individuals.
• Self-starter who can work independently or in a team.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, FASB and SEC/ASC rules.
• Adaptability to changing tech environments (AI, RPA).

Skills

Audit/Assurance/Advisory/Deals/FDD

C-Suite communication

GAAP/IFRS/FASB/SEC rules

Tech adaptability (AI, RPA)

Independent/Team player

Databook proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

Databook

Job description

Our client is a large, established Advisory firm that have placed significant capital behind their Accounting & Transaction Advisory sector expansion this year.

If you’ve got a Public Accounting background, but want to expand that knowledge & experience with a firm devoted to developing & progressing their people, this ones for you.

Whether you’re an External Auditor, with strong Financial Statement experience, or a current Deals/FDD/TAS professional who is a Databook whiz, this firm should be on your radar.

Skills, Knowledge And Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance, Masters degree preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred – will accept those who are in process
• 4+ years of experience within Audit, Assurance, Advisory or Deals/FDD, within a Public Accounting firm (Big 4/Top 10 preferred )
• Experience with large, Public filers (Audit/Assurance) & High Value Transactions (Deals/FDD)
• High degree of professionalism required- including the ability to communicate with C-Suite level individuals.
• Self starter, who can thrive as an Individual Contributor, or in a team-based environment
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, FASB & SEC/ASC rules and standards.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to changing technological environments (AI, RPA etc.)